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IDOT completes environmental assessment By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Illinois Department of Transportation has completed the environmental assessment for a new bridge to cross the Illinois River at Florence. With the assessment concluded and available for inspection, the next step will be finalizing the bridge alternative. “We hope to have a meeting around Sept. 10 to discuss our preferences,” Jay Wavering, project engineer, said. “It will most likely be held in the place where we have met before, and we will adhere to COVID guidelines.” The meetings have been held at the Nimrod Funk Building in Winchester. Wavering said in the beginning there were several options for the bridge. The first was a no build alternative, followed by a rehabilitation alternative and four new bridge alternatives, three south of the existing bridge and one to the north. “The preferred alternative is a new bridge, 300 feet south and parallel to the existing bridge,” Wavering said. “There is a boat dock there now. It would be in that area.” Wavering said one alternative to place the bridge just 100 feet south of the existing bridge was scraped because of the impact on the environment. The preferred alternative would tie in with Il. 106/RT.100 pretty close to the bridge in order to not take up any more acreage than necessary.

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A timeline of the process to replace the Florence Bridge that carries 106/100 over the Illinois River shows the lengthy process required to get a new bridge. The actual construction of the new bridge is budgeted in the Illinois Department of Transportation’s 2022-2026 plan.

“This plan takes a minimum of farmland,” Wavering said. “We will take about 15 acres on the Scott County side. On the Pike County side, it will take about 50 acres of forest and wetlands.” The bridge opened in 1929, and it is now considered obsolete. In recent years, load limits have been placed on

the bridge. Anyone with comments or concerns about the environmental study can view the study at www.florencebridgestudy.com and a hard copy is available for review at the IDOT office at 126 E. Ash in Springfield. Call Wavering at 217-785-9046 to make an appointment.

Comments on the environmental assessment can be mailed to Jeffrey P. Myers, PE, Region Four Engineer, 126 E. Ash Street,Springfield, 62704, Attn. Jay Waverying PE or email contact@florencebridgestudy.com. Comments are due by Sept. 24. An official legal notice appears in the public notice section of this paper.

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Compeer Financial presented a check for $300,000 to the Orr Corporation Wednesday, Aug. 5 at JWCC’s Orr Agricultural Center outside Perry. The presentation was part of a fundraising kick-off event, as the Orr Corporation raises money for the construction of a $2,000,000 multipurpose agricultural buiding at the Orr Center. Left to right are Compeer’s Shannon Ganschow, JWCC president Mike Elbe and Orr Corporation Chair Matt Bradshaw.

The organization has offered to pay for the materials to complete phase two of the project which will extend phase one by 614 feet and will be a continuation of the existing path. The plan calls for the path to be fourfeet wide, but if enough money is raised, it will be widened to five feet. “Last year we were able to do phase one, which was the filling in of the ditch and a new sidewalk along Benson Street, in front of the pool,” Darlene Corgiat, who serves both on the park board and with the Picture Pittsfield parks and recreation committee said. “Phase two will be along Mill Street to

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By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press On Wednesday, Aug. 5, Wisconsin-based Compeer Financial presented a gift of $300,000 — to be dispersed over the next three years — to the Orr Corporation to help jumpstart the construction of a new 24,000 square foot multipurpose agricultural building at JWCC’s Orr Agricultural Education Center outside Perry. Total construction costs of the new facility are estimated to be $2,000,000, which will be raised from private funds. Fundraising is being conducted by the Orr Corporation and the JWCC Ag Alumni Association. “Compeer’s generous donation represents the need and support for the development of this agricultural facility that will benefit our rural communities,” Matt Bradshaw, Orr Corporation chair said. Bradshaw added that the new facility will fill an important educational niche in Western Illinois. “We think that there is an extremely strong need for this,” Bradshaw said of updating the Perry ag center facilities. “The dynamics of crop production and animal production have changed dramatically over the last couple

decades. The new facility will give us the space and equipment to do things outside the classroom.” According to JWCC agriculture program chair Mike Tenhouse, the new building will serve three purposes at the ag center — adding additional office and classroom space, housing a livestock exposition hall and housing an animal care facility. “It will allow us to do a better job teaching in the areas of animal care and animal husbandry,” Tenhouse said. “We’ll be able to teach swine or equine classes with live animals there for students.” Tenhouse also believes the presence of a new state-of-the-art teaching facility will help draw more students to the ag program. “From the standpoint of recruitment, I think it will help us expand our footprint and pull more students out of Missouri and neighboring districts without ag programs,” Tenhouse said. Bradshaw and Tenhouse also said that they anticipate hosting events/programming at the new facility in partnership with other organizations involved in agriculture and natural resources. “We want to include other agencies — including Department of Natural Resources, Extension and other non-governmental agen-

cies,” Bradshaw said. According to Compeer staff, investment in the Ag Center and the new multipurpose agriculture building aligns with their mission of investing in the rural midwest. “At Compeer Financial, our mission is to champion the hopes and dreams of rural America,” Karen Schieler, senior corporate giving specialist at Compeer Financial said. “This project brings opportunities for agricultural education, research, leadership, youth and community activities in an area of Illinois that lives and breathes agriculture. We are pleased to join in this collaborative project and believe it will make a big difference in this region of rural Illinois.” “The College of ACES is proud to be a part of the history of the Orr Center. We also are grateful to work with our partners to pave the way forward,” University of Illinois Dean Kimberly Kidwell, College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) stated. “This is a remarkable day with our special friends at Compeer Financial,” JWCC President Michael Elbe shared. “The official kick-off of the Orr Corporation Multipurpose Agriculture Facility (See, COMPEER, A2)

cases spike in Pike County By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press “It’s up to the public how we control the COVID-19,” Sharon Bargmann, director of nursing and public information officer at the Pike County Health Department. said. “We are still putting out the same information, wear a mask, wash your hands for 20 seconds and social distance.” Bargmann’s remarks came after the number of confirmed cases in Pike County jumped in the last week. Only one case was reported through May, but since June and July, cases have been reported almost daily. “The cases are not in any one area, they are all over the county,” Bargmann said. “And they are not related to each other in most cases. One was at the Pike County, Mo. fair, another attended a wedding, several had attended other large gatherings.” Eleven new cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Pike County between Aug. 4 and Aug. 11. Aug. 6, the Pike County Health Department reported five cases, an infant, a female in her teens, a female in her 40s, a male in his 60s and a female in her 60s; Aug. 7, two more cases were reported: a female in her 40s and a female in her (See, SPIKE, A2)

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Waters retiring from Quanada Mural has all of Root’s favorites By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Pat Waters is retiring from the Pike County Quanada office, Aug. 21. “I plan to do some traveling and work in my yard,� Waters said. Waters joined Quanada 22 and one-half years ago. “It has been interesting to see how the legal system has changed,� she said. “There is much more emphasis on victims’ rights. There has been significant advancement in how we understand and work with people who have had a traumatic experience, know-

ing the impact can last years.� According to Waters that is even more true of domestic battery and sexual assault victims, both of whom are served by Quanada. Waters said she went to college with the hope of working in social services with children. “When I was 30, after I had my children, I went back and although it took me 13 years, because I only went part-time, I got my masters.� Waters said the decision to retire did not come lightly. “How do you ever stop doing a job,� she asked. “It was a hard decision to make.�

PAT WATERS A retirement party for Waters will be held Aug. 20 at the courthouse.

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press When Gina Root would mow the lawn at her property on Main Street in Pleasant Hill, she would often look at her shed and think, “What could I put there?� “I always wanted to fix up a box to look like a school bus and have it out for Fall Color Days,� Root said. Root was a bus driver in the Pleasant Hill School District for 35 years, retiring at the end of this year. She still plans to help the district out as a substitute driver. “I drove a lot of kids and then drove their kids,� Root said. “Those kids were more to me than just passengers on a bus.� Families along Root’s route must have

felt the same way, as she received many retirement gifts. After deciding she wanted to do a mural on the shed wall, she had three criteria. “It had to have a school bus, sunflowers and a country road,� she said. “I knew Libby and knew she was talented, so I contacted her through Facebook and told her what I wanted. Within 30 minutes she had me a sketch, and within 30 minutes of that, she had a color sketch.� Lemons, an incoming junior at Illinois College, said she spent approximately 15-20 hours on the project. “The hardest part was the sizing,� she said. “I loved doing it and would absolutely do another.�

City hires new police officer By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Pittsfield City Council approved the hiring of Brent Sellers as the new Pittsfield City Police Officer after a brief closed session at the Aug. 4 meeting. Sellers is a 27 year-old from Jacksonville. Sellers will start the day before the next class at the police training academy begins, believed to be in September. The council also heard there have been complaints about sidewalks either being blocked or in disrepair. “Anyone who finds a vehicle parked across a sidewalk is to call the Pittsfield Police Department and report it,� Ann Moffitt, Pittsfield city clerk, said. “If a sidewalk is in disrepair, call the street and alley department at 285-4243. We have a sidewalk repair budget, but we haven’t had enough staff to fix any this year due to the COVID.� Niemann Foods received approval of a variance to build storage units on property the company owns just to the west of County Market. The actual address is 818 W. Fayette. The lot is behind the company’s new laundromat and across the street from Ace Hardware. No time line for construction was given. City employee Tom Reinhardt advised the council the city pool is open and everything looks good. Paul Lennon complimented the

pool people on the new mural, saying it looked nice. Also receiving accolades from the council were the City of Griggsville and the Village of Perry. Both municipalities sent crews over to help with clean-up after a July 21 wind storm. The city’s own crews, along with the police department, were thanked for their response after the storm. A new fee will go into effect for those wishing to have gas service in their residence. New installation of gas lines and meters will be a minimum of $1,000 for those having plastic pipe installed and $2,000 for those having steel. The cost will include time and materials. A meeting was held with Ameren recently to discuss replacing the metal poles holding street lights for three blocks on Washington with something more decorative. “The new poles would be one block east and west of the square and along the square,� Moffit said. The council accepted a bid of $64,611 to overlay Oak Hill Road. The bid was submitted by Illinois Valley Paving. UCM had a low bid of $19,233 to oil and chip streets throughout the city. Demolition of the former Temptation’s building on East Adams is progressing. An 8-foot basement has been discovered on the property, and it will have to be filled in before the work is considered finished.

Path (Continued from A1) the west of the pool shelter house and pavilion.� The city has offered to provide the labor for the project, and Picture Pittsfield has offered to raise funds for the materials. “That is difficult because our usual avenues of fundraising are limited because of COVID restrictions,� Corgiat said.� We are going to have a 50/50 rubber duck drawing Sept. 9. It will be Facebook Live at 6:30 p.m. on Picture

Pittsfield’s Facebook page.� Chances are on sale at Casteel’s, Courtyard Cafe, King Pool, Layla Bug Boutique, William Watson Cafe, Backroad Lace, Pike County Mercantile and County Market. The project has already received a boost with an $1,800 donation from the Ty Rylander Foundation. “We will start on the project as soon as the money is available,� Corgiat said. “We’d like to have it finished

by the end of the year.� Plans call for the walking path to eventually line the perimeter of King Park, similar to the one at Lowry Park. More information about the project or donations for the project may be sent to Michael Jennings, treasurer of the group, at N.D. Harrison Accounting, 140 E. Fayette Street in Pittsfield, e-mail, mdj@harrisonbizservices. netor or by calling Patrick Lamb, 217-883-3438.

recovered. A total of 34 people were in quarantine Friday, with that number rising as new cases are reported. Over 1,550 tests in Pike County have came back negative. She also added that of all the cases reported, only two were asymptomatic. “The rest all had signs and symptoms,� she said. “With the regular flu sea-

son right around the corner, it’s going to be crazy because a lot of the symptoms are the same.� For any complaints about individuals or businesses not complying with IDPH recommendations on social distancing and masks, please contact a local law enforcement agency or the Pike County State’s Attorney.

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Libby Lemons, Nebo, spent approximately 20 hours last week painting a mural on the side of Gina Root’s shed on Quincy Street in Pleasant Hill. Root gave Lemons the criteria for the mural and within 30 minutes, Root had a sketch of the proposed design.

Spike (Continued from A1) 50s; Aug. 8, a male in his 70s; Aug. 9, a male in his 70s and Aug. 11 two cases, a male in his 50s and a male in his 70s, were reported. Bargmann said one of the cases is hospitalized in the Intensive Care Unit and others are considered active. Twelve of the reported cases since the pandemic began have

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Fundraising is underway to construct a 24,000 square foot multipurpose agricultural building at John Wood Community College’s Orr Agricultural Education Center outside Perry. The building will house a livestock exposition hall, animal care facility and classroom space. JWCC anticipates the building to be completed in late 2021 or early 2022. The building’s design/layout is subject to change.

(Continued from A1) campaign showcases a 40-year educational partnership with the University of Illinois and our partnership with Compeer Financial. Together, JWCC will continue to work collectively to build a strong rural

economy; creating new generations of farm operators, owners and other rural careers in our region.� Bradshaw said that he anticipates that fundraising for the building will be complete by the end of the calendar year, and the build-

ing would be complete by the end of 2021 or early 2022. Individuals and businesses interesting in donating funds are encouraged to contact Bradshaw at matt@ bradshawpumping.com or by calling 217-248-3239.

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150 Years Ago Aug. 18, 1870 The contract for building the railroad bridge at Hannibal has been awarded to the Detroit Bridge and Iron Work Company. It will also include a wagon and a foot bridge, and the construction is supposed to take eight months. Wanted at the Pittsfield Woolen Mill, two smart girls to learn to weave, would prefer those that have some knowledge of hand loom weaving. The new bank in Pittsfield opened for transaction of business last Saturday. The room is fitted up in fine style. We are informed that on the tables of the bank can be found at all times the market reports from all parts of the country. The official name is the Peninsula Loan and Trust Company Bank of Saving, Deposit and Exchange, Pittsfield, Illinois. The proprietor of the Mansion House, Joel Pennington, is putting on an addition 70 by 30 feet, being intended for a dining room with an addition of 14 comfortable sleeping rooms. When the new hotel is completed on the north side of the square, we will have two fine hotels.

125 Years Ago Aug. 21, 1895 The graveling of the street on the north side of the square and then covering it with clay has been under way for a week, and there seems to be quite a diversity of opinion as to whether such a road bed will prove a success. There was a good rain hereabouts Sunday night and Monday night, and the earth rejoices by reason thereof. The threshing is about all done, and plowing is being done. There was a very considerable row and almost a race war between the whites and colored people last Friday night, and quite a number of arrests followed in consequence. 100 Years Ago Aug. 18, 1920 About the biggest thing ever

pulled off in the county was the farmers’ picnic at the Griggsville fairgrounds last Saturday. There were from 5000 to 7000 persons present. The Greenpond Cemetery Association has been organized under the state law of Illinois. Trustees are M.N. Petty, president; Ross Keys, secretary; George T. Graham, treasurer; T.J. Johnson, J.J. Graham, and Taylor Franklin. It will no doubt be a surprise to many to know that the city of Pittsfield is ready to have a shoe factory, and that repairs are now being made on the buildings to be used. The factory will be a branch of the International Shoe Co. factory at Hannibal. 75 Years Ago Aug. 22, 1945 Many Pike County soldiers, sailors and airmen are coming home. Capt. Louis B. Niebur, recently returned from bomber duty in Italy, was guest speaker at Rotary, introduced by Rotary president Henry Awbrey. Lt. (j.g.) James Miles arrived home Monday evening for a 30-day leave with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Miles. Staff Sgt Elza Blacketter, thrice wounded in the war, is on his way home from India, according to his aunt, Pearl Chaplin, who is on the Aldrich Drugstore staff. Sgt. Duaine Killebrew, son of the Forrest Killebrews of Nebo, is in a hospital in Okmulgee, Okla, receiving treatment for severe burns on face, hands, legs and feet. He was five months in hospital in England before being returned to the States. The last draft induction contingent from Pike was the smallest ever since the draft began in late 1940—just one man—Richard Myron Miller of Pittsfield is being sent to a Chicago induction station. Lt. Donald Parks of Hawaii, had three dozen beautiful red roses sent to his mother, Mrs. V.T. Park, for her birthday, which was Monday, Aug. 20. A poll taken of local apple

Mrs. William Ferguson and sons, who will be leaving the Nebo School and moving to Leroy. Delbert Scranton will be the new principal at the Nebo School.

growers indicates that from 65 to 75 additional pickers are needed by Labor Day. Farmers, businessmen, and all who can help pick, are urged to contact growers. The Saukees will hold their first football practice Aug. 27, as Coach Glenn Smith says equipment has been issued to 25 candidates for the football eleven, and he expects that many more for the first practice.

25 Years Ago Aug. 16, 1994 CIPS customers should see lower electrical rates in the long run and better service after Monday’s merging with Union Electric. Kimberly Sue Cawthon and Steven Allan Huddleston of Pittsfield were married July 22 in Branson, Mo. The bride is the daughter of Bill and Barb Cawthon of Pittsfield and the groom is the son of Clifford and Bonnie Huddleston of Beverly.

50 Years Ago Aug. 19, 1970 Today marked the kick-off of the Athletic Boosters drive to raise $4000 for stadium seating at the football field. Some of those involved in the project are Walter Wade, Rex Dinsmore, Carl Rylander, Don Sloan, Dick Bergman, Jr., Charlie Stephenson and Brice Irving. Coach Don Pollard says it is “very admirable� the way the community supports football. Pike Countians are getting set for a visit by 91 citizens from Wolfenbuttel, Germany, ranging in age from 17 to 70. Among the new teachers at Unit 10 this year are Larry Fischer, Pauline Tammen, and Robert L. Adams. Sixty-six friends and relatives attended the farewell potluck supper honoring Mr. and

10 Years Ago Aug. 18, 2010 Two motorists, traveling in different directions last week on U.S. highway 54 near New Hartford, each reported seeing a hug snake across the highway around 4:30 a.m. It was about 15 feet long and fairly big in circumference. The Saukees first football game is scheduled for 3 p.m. Aug. 28 when they travel to Rock Ridge.

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Margaret L. Fleming Margaret L. Fleming, age 66, of Griggsville, Ill. passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Ill. She was born on March 1, 1954 in St. Louis, Mo. to Elizabeth Kowalchuk. She married Michael J. Fleming on Sept. 25, 1976 in Chicago, Ill., and he survives. Margaret graduated from Elgin High School and went on to join the United States Army. After her honorable discharge from the service, she worked at various places including multiple funeral homes in the Chicago area before starting a family with Michael. They relocated to Griggsville in 1999. Margaret was of the Catholic faith. She loved Harley Davidson motorcycles, collecting angels, Irish music, celebrating holidays and watching Ghost Hunters. She enjoyed spending time with her family and baking with her grandchildren. Margaret was a fun loving and happy person, and always found humor in everything. She loved talking and visiting with anyone, and those who loved her will miss her greatly. She is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Michael J. Fleming; two sons, Michael (Leslie) Fleming of Pittsfield, Ill. and Christopher (Ashley) Fleming of Barry, Ill.; five daughters, Teresa (Juan) Fleming of Chicago, Colleen

(Mitchell) Fleming of West Dundee, Ill., Patricia Fleming of Winfield, Mo., Jennifer (Jerry) Fleming of Detroit, Ill, and Julie Ann (Scott) Fleming of New Salem, Ill.; twenty-three grandchildren; two great grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Ann Byrne of Naperville, Ill. and Stephanie Kowalchuk-Mitura of Glendale Heights, Ill. as well as, Sally the dog and Bob the bird among other pets. She was preceded in death by her mother, Elizabeth Kowalchuk and brothers, Billy and Ed. Graveside services were held on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020 at 11 a.m. at Griggsville Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to be made to the family c/o Michael Fleming. Online condolences may be left to the family at www. nieburfh.com. Niebur Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Francis Everett (Sonny) Sneeden Francis Everett (Sonny) Sneeden, age 81, of Griggsville, Ill. passed away Thursday (Aug. 6, 2020) at St. Johns Hospital in Springfield, Ill. He was born at home in Perry, Ill. on November 6, 1939 son of the late Francis Leroy (Slim) and Helen Evelyn (Garrett) Sneeden. He married Janice Kay Wade on June 7, 1959 at the Presbyterian Church in Perry, Ill. and she survives. In addition to his loving wife of 61 years Janice, Sonny is survived by his children, Trena Kay Sneeden Martin, husband Gary of Griggsville, son, Richard L Sneeden and wife Lynn of Clinton, Ind. and son, Michael L Sneeden and wife Sarah of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; grandchildren, Jantisha Kirk, of Griggsville, Bryan Martin wife Lila and Gregory Martin wife Amy all of Perry, Stason Martin wife Amber of Pittsfield, Hope Sneeden of Griggsville, Andrew Sneeden wife Rebecca of Barry, and Caleb Sneeden of Bloomington; twelve greatgrandchildren, Ashlyn Martin, Brookelyn Crone, Jacki Kirk, Renae and Raven Martin, Braden and Caramia Martin, Ashton and Zane Martin, Max Hannig, Nate and Saylor Sneeden and one great-great granddaughter, Audrey Crow. Sonny attended school at the New Salem country school until the fourth grade then finished his schooling in Griggsville, graduating with the class of 1957. Later that same year he joined the Army Reserves serving for over 10 years. Sonny worked at the Pittsfield Shoe Factory for many years before working at Beardstown for Oscar Meyer, and most recently

Gary Lee Dunham Gary Lee Dunham, 80, of Macomb, Ill., passed away at 1:05 p.m. Wednesday Aug. 5, 2020 at McDonough District Hospital in Macomb, Illinois. He was born Dec. 10, 1939 in Quincy, Ill. to Wiley Preston and Lois Edna (Phillips) Dunham; he married Verna Lee Bunnell on June 28, 1975. They just celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary. She survives. Also surviving is a daughter, Kelle Dunham Kelso of Macomb, grandchildren, Reid (Sarah) Kelso of Roseville, Ill., Taylor Kelso (Munear) Kouzbari of Dallas, Texas, Griffin Kelso (Blake) Bainter of Macomb; great-grandchildren, William, Caroline, Scottlynn, Mila, Maskim, Bingham, Vivienne, Bodhi; a sister, Debbie (Rick) Allen of Griggsville, Ill.; brothers, Mike (Jolanda) Dunham and Ron Dunham both of Springfield, Ill.. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son-in-law, Scott Kelso and a brother, Phil Dunham. He graduated from Griggsville High School in 1957 and completed his coursework to attain the Senior Designation for the International Right of Way Association. He retired from Ameren/CIPS after 37 years and 15 years for the Natural Gas Pipeline Company.

at the Griggsville school as a custodian retiring in 2006. He loved this job most of all because of the kids. He loved all the kids and enjoyed them coming to him in later years to say hello. Sonny attended the Griggsville United Methodist Church. Sonny loved his John Deere mower and loved to mow grass. He could be seen just about any time on the mower. He loved his hummingbirds and was host to many every summer. Sonny was a happy person and always had a witty remark to give to you. But most of all Sonny loved his family. Visitation was held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday Aug. 9, 2020 at the Airsman-Hires Chapel in Griggsville. Masks were required for the visitation and only 30 attendees were allowed into the funeral home at one time as per CDC and State of Illinois guidelines. Funeral services will be held privately. Interment will be in Griggsville Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the American Lung Association or the Griggsville Cemetery Association both c/o Airsman-Hires Chapel, Box 513, Pittsfield, Il. 62692. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.airsman-hires.com.

Craig, Emma Holland, Lydia Ouverson, Nick Ouverson, and Ryker Jones. She is also survived by a sister, Irene Fee of Perkin, Ill. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and two sisters. In accordance with Doris’ wishes, a private service will be held. Memorials may be sent to Camp Courageous, Monticello, IA http://www.campcourageous.org Online condolences may be left at www.cedarmemorial. com under obituaries.

Louise Fern Pryor, age 101, of Pittsfield, Ill. passed away on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020 at Eastside Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Pittsfield. She was born on Dec. 29, 1918 in Linneus, Mo. to Hubert and Mabel Murrian Barkley. She married Kenneth Smith and after his passing, she went on to marry Clyde Pryor who also preceded her in death. Louise attended school in Brookfield, Mo. She worked at the Ben Franklin Store as a clerk and then went to the office and worked for over 15 years. Much of her life was spent as a housewife and mother. In earlier years, she was a member of the BPW and loved dancing and bowling. Louise enjoyed playing cards, sewing, crafting and flower arranging. She also liked travelling, especially with her family on their yearly trip to the Lake of the Ozarks. She is survived by her grandchildren, Debbie (Shane) Kays, Doug Smith, and Jerry Smith; granddaughter-in-law, Rusti Cummings; great grandchildren, Michelle Kays, Brandon Kays, Joe Cummings, and Ashley Cummings and great great grandchildren, Olivia Haverfield, Owyn Haverfield, Jayden Batty and Blake Batty. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert and Mabel Barkley; her husbands, Kenneth Smith and Clyde Pryor; son Kenneth J. Smith; daughter, Carol McCarter; grandson, William Cummings; and brother, J.P. Barkley. Graveside services will be held on Friday, Aug. 14, 2020 at 10:30 AM at Pittsfield West Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to be made

Marvin N. Hoyt Marvin N. Hoyt, 93, of Barry, Ill. passed away on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2020 at the Illinois Veteran’s Home in Quincy, Ill. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, Aug 15, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at Park Lawn Cemetery in Barry. Memorials are suggested to be made to the Barry American Legion Post #222 or the Barry United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be left to the family at www.nieburfh.com. Niebur Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements.

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Doris Evelyn Jones Doris Evelyn Jones, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and formerly of Monticello, Iowa and Pittsfield, Ill., passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2020 in Cedar Rapids. Doris was born July 28, 1916, in Barry, Ill., daughter of Floyd H. and Jennie Brown Lewis. She married Joseph Jones, Jr. on October 4, 1941 in Pittsfield. He preceded her in death July 9, 2005. She is survived by three children, two daughters, Sharon (Ed) Craig, Seguin, Texas; Barbara Hoyer, Cedar Rapids, Iowa and a son, Michael (Debra) Jones, Ely, Iowa. Six grandchildren; Janet Craig Holland, David (Tammie) Craig of San Antonio, Texas; Elizabeth Hoyer, Kansas City, Mo., Sara (John) Ouverson, Lenexa, Kan.; Benjamin (Ashley) Jones, Atlanta, Ga.; Sam (Alyssa) Jones, Minneapolis, Minn. and seven great grandchildren; Alexander Craig, Ryan Craig, Jacob

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Carlos Johnson (C. J.) Stilwell Carlos Johnson (C.J.) Stilwell, 96, of Pittsfield, Ill., passed away on Friday, Aug. 7, 2020, at the home of his daughter. He was born on March 30, 1924 in Detroit Township to Carlos A. and Jenny Ellen Johnson Stilwell. He married Gwendolyn Davis on June 1, 1947, in Pittsfield, Ill., and she preceded him in death on Jan. 10, 2010. In Jan., 2015, he married Shirley J. DeWitt Myers in Pittsfield, and she survives. Johnson graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1942 and attended Western Illinois State University for one year before enlisting in the U. S. Army. Upon discharge from the Army, he returned home to Detroit to join the trucking business his father had started in 1926. In 1966, Johnson took the business over from his father and successfully expanded it to serve customers in 17 states across the Midwest. Besides Stilwell Trucking Company, Johnson also owned and managed grain elevators in New Canton and Scott County, Illinois. In addition, he and Don Roseberry co-owned R & S Oil Company and the related Phillips 66 distribution activities until Don’s unexpected death in 1986. In 1984, Johnson sold his family trucking business to Econ Express (now DynoNobel), an explosives company, and managed their transportation operations for seven years. He fully retired in 1991. Johnson was also very active in working to improve his community and the region. In 1954, he and three other Jaycees (Jean Casteel, Ab Ransom, and Gene Wilder) helped found the Pittsfield Little League, which has grown into the Pike County Little League. In addition, he was a faithful, life-long member of the Detroit Christian Church, where he served as the Sunday School superintendent for 34 years. Johnson was a key member of AMPS, the Adams-Morgan-PikeScott Highway Promotion Group, which successfully

advocated for the construction of Interstate 72 across west-central Illinois and the I-72 Twin Bridges across the Illinois River at Valley City. Johnson also served on the boards of both the First National Bank and the Farmer’s National Bank and was a member of the Pikeland Unit 10 school board. He was also an active member of the Pittsfield Rotary Club for over 45 years and the Chamber of Commerce for over 20 years. In addition to his wife, Johnson is survived by his daughter Margaret (William) Durall of Pittsfield, granddaughter Christina (Richard) Miskho of Maple Valley, Wash., grandson Brian Durall of Olivette, Mo., great grandson David Miskho, nephew Gene (Sandy) Stilwell of Perry, Ga., niece Sandra Coble of Las Vegas, N.M., stepdaughter Linda (Marion) Jones of Pittsfield, step grandchildren Anessa Chaplin, Aaron Adams and Amanda Robinson and seventeen step great grandchildren. In addition to his parents and his first wife, Johnson was preceded in death by his brother Paul and his sister-in-law Lola Stilwell, as well as stepson Eugene Myers. Graveside services will be held Saturday, August 15, 2020 at 2:30 p.m. at Calvary Cemetery in Pittsfield. Memorials are suggested to be made to Detroit Christian Church or Calvary Cemetery. Online condolences may be left to the family at www.nieburfh.com. Niebur Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

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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. Bigsby, 41, New Canton, was arrested Aug. 4 at 1:39 p.m. on two misdemeanor charges of harmful material. He posted $750 and was released Aug. 4 at 3:20 p.m. James W. Kane, 43, Madison, Wisc., was arrested Aug. 4 at 10:52 a.m. on felony obstructing justice, no valid driver’s license, operating an uninsured motor vehicle and operation of a vehicle with a suspended registration. He posted $500 and was released Aug. 4 at 11 a.m. Joshua L. Bates. 30, Pittsfield, was arrested Aug. 4 at 1:03 a.m. on a felony charge of aggravated battery of a police officer, a felony charge of assault and misdemeanor charges of obstructing justice, resisting arrest, neglect of a child, disorderly conduct and

making a false 9-1-1 call. He remains lodged. William S. Bigsby, 41, New Canton, was arrested Aug. 5 at 3:11 p.m on a felony charge of domestic battery. He posted $400 bond and was released Aug. 8 at 3 p.m. Thomas B. Shamblin, 33, Pittsfield, was arrested Aug. 6 on a felony charge of domestic battery. He posted $1,200 bond and was released Aug. 8 at 11:30 a.m. Vanessa N. Zavala, 40, Griggsville, was arrested Aug. 6 at 7:09 p.m. on retail theft under $500. She was ticketed and released. Jalana R. Woods, 33, Pittsfield, was arrested Aug. 6 at 9:15 p.m. on a felony charge of domestic battery. She remains lodged in lieu of $800 bond.

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Speeding: Tonya M. Buchanan, 8/3/91, Griggsville, $164; Wesley P. Chapple, 6/27/88, Baylis, $164; Jacob R. Heavner, 9/9/92, Pittsfield, $164; Gregory K. Hull, 9/1/92, Baylis, $400, four months supervision; Chris L. Kennedy 12/5/87, Barry, $164; Alberta M. Mesey, 4/10/61, Pearl, $164; Ethan S. Palmer, 3/22/04, Pittsfield, $164; Jamie L. Reveal, 9/13/81, Pittsfield, $164; Evelyn Thady, 7/20/93, Pittsfield, $164.

Seatbelt violations: Nina S. Colbert, Rockport, $164; David W. Collard, P6/25/71, Pittsfield; Marty A. McGlauchen, 1/13/70, Pittsfield, $164; Rita L. Myers, 9/11/58, Rockport, $164. Miscellaneous traffic: Andrew P. Bauer, 12/07/00, Pearl, unlawful possession of cannabis by a passenger, $677, Rhiannon M. Coy, 9/29/97, Pittsfield, unlawful possession of cannabis by a passenger, $602, 12

Pike and Scott Counties The Illinois Department of Transportation, in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration, is evaluating options to maintain and improve access across the Illinois River, while minimizing impacts to the environment and surrounding area. Alternatives considered for the project are a No Build alternative, a rehabilitation alternative and four new bridge alternatives. The Preferred Alternative is a new bridge on an alignment that is 300 feet south of and adjacent to the existing bridge. This would result in the removal of the existing bridge, which is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, PIKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, Case No. 2017TX30, L & D Management Co. To: Steven D. Cohenour; Occupants of; Gem City Account Service; Pike County as Trustee; PIKE County Clerk; and all other persons/entities UNKNOWN having or claiming any right, interest or title in the following described real estate: Lot 4 in Block 16, situated in the Village of Baylis, Pike County, Illinois. Permanent Index No. 44-057-03 2Q -XO\ / ' 0DQDJHPHQW &R ¿OHG D 3HWLWLRQ IRU 2UGHU of Tax Deed. The object of the plaintiff’s petition is to foreclose on WKH 7D[ 6DOH &HUWL¿FDWH 1R IRU WKH GHOLQTXHQW WD[HV RQ real estate described above which was issued by the PIKE County 7UHDVXUHU RQ 'HFHPEHU 7KH WD[HV GXH XQGHU WKH FHUWL¿cate are for the 2016 tax year. The petition asks the court to direct the county clerk to issue a tax deed if the property is not redeemed IURP WKH VDOH RQ RU EHIRUH 'HFHPEHU DQG WKDW 3HWLWLRQHU as grantee of tax deed be put in possession of said parcel of real estate. The Petition for Order of Tax Deed will be brought before the PIKE County Circuit Court on December 11, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in Courtroom Upper. If you fail to redeem, the court may enter a judgment for the relief demanded in the petition. L & D Management Co., Petitioner

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AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE INCREASE IN TAX LEVY FOR PLEASANT HILL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, Pike and Calhoun Counties, Illinois. %( ,7 25'$,1(' E\ WKH %RDUG RI 7UXVWHHV RI 3OHDVDQW +LOO ÂżUH Protection District, State of Illinois, as follows: WHEREAS, the current rate of tax levy for general coporate purposes is 0.125%; WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary to the Pleasant Hill Fire Protection District to increase the levy to 0.30%; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of trustees of the Pleasant Hill Fire Protection District, Pike and Calhoun Counties, Illinois that: SECTION 1: The tax levy be increased to 0.30% as provided by statute. SECTION 2: After the passage and approval of this Ordinance as provided by law, the Clerk is hereby authorized to publish said QRWLFH DQG UHFRUG WKH VDPH LQ WKH 2IÂżFH RI WKH 3LNH &RXQW\ &OHUN and Calhoun County Clerk as provided by law. SECTION 3: Unless a petition signed by more than 107 regisWHUHG YRWHUV UHVLGLQJ LQ WKH GLVWULFW LV ÂżOHG ZLWK WKH WUXVWHHV ZLWKLQ thirty (30) days of this publication, being August 12, 2020, the higher allowable rate will take effect thirty (30) days of this publication, VDLG GDWH EHLQJ 6HSWHPEHU ,Q WKH HYHQW D SHWLWLRQ LV ÂżOHG the referendum shall be presented to the voters on April 6, 2021. Petition forms are available upon request from Rawnald Hart, 405 Bottom Street, Pleasant Hill, IL 62366. Date: 8-3-20.

To: April Meyer; Occupants of; Lance Meyer; JAB Securities, Inc; PIKE County Clerk; and all other persons/entities UNKNOWN having or claiming any right, interest or title in the following described real estate: Lot 1 and the East One-Fourth of Lot 2, Block 4 in Alice’s Addition to the Village of Hull, Pike County, Illinois, situated in Pike County, Illinois. Permanent Index No. 47-075-12 2Q -XO\ / ' 0DQDJHPHQW &R ¿OHG D 3HWLWLRQ IRU 2UGHU of Tax Deed. The object of the plaintiff’s petition is to foreclose on WKH 7D[ 6DOH &HUWL¿FDWH 1R IRU WKH GHOLQTXHQW WD[HV on real estate described above which was issued by the PIKE County Treasurer on December 8, 2017. The taxes due under the FHUWL¿FDWH DUH IRU WKH WD[ \HDU 7KH SHWLWLRQ DVNV WKH FRXUW to direct the county clerk to issue a tax deed if the property is not redeemed from the sale on or before December 8, 2020, and that Petitioner, as grantee of tax deed be put in possession of said parcel of real estate. The Petition for Order of Tax Deed will be brought before the PIKE County Circuit Court on December 11, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in Courtroom Upper. If you fail to redeem, the court may enter a judgment for the relief demanded in the petition. L & D Management Co., Petitioner

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Support the Apple Festival now so we can have it in 2021 Our sympathy is extended to the family of Margaret Flemming who passed away Aug. 5 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. On a Sunday drive, Frosty and Pat White drove to Pere Marquette where they met their daughter Andrea Holak for lunch. They enjoyed watching the boats on the river and a good visit. Brand and Missy Mountain are the proud parents of a daughter born Aug. 4.

Eloise Fay Mountain was born at 11:02 a.m. weighing in at 7 lbs.and 3.5 oz. She was 19 3/4 inches long. Also welcoming her home are her big sister Rosie and big brother Wayne. We extend our sympathy to the family of Sonny Sneeden who passed away Thursday, August 6 at St. Johns Hospital in Springfield. Sonny was very well liked, having worked as custodian at our school for several years.

By NADINE KESSINGER 217-407-4502 kessy@casscomm.com Tim and Loretta Butler, Thelma Butler, and Vicki Norris enjoyed supper in Hannibal Friday evening Welcome home, Brian Bradshaw! Our prayers continue! Don’t stress the could haves. If it should have, it would have.

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Remember others with small acts of kindness I guess maybe you’ve noticed or maybe not that the season is starting to transition without the official date on the calendar. But have no doubt we still have some summer days to relish. Just a reminder the food basket at Christian Church will be taking place this coming Saturday 9-11am. Also anyone wanting to donate goods can contact Bev Henry at 285-9729. There is a card shower for Ms. Bee Guthrie for her birthday Thursday, Aug. 13. Her address is 610 Lowry, room 114, Pittsfield 62363. Please help her celebrate, wishing Bee a Happy Birthday! Had such a nice talk with Anna Lee Buchanan this past week and for her card shower she was hoping to

get 90 cards and ended up getting 235. To say she was touched is an understatement, she wants to thank all those who thought of her, from the bottom of her heart! She also told me she is getting to eat in the dining room instead of in her room and now with real placeware not styrofoam. She said you can’t imagine how lonely it gets in here with no visitors! Also heard from Mildred White’s granddaughter and said she was so tickled and excited for all those remembering her with cards on her special day. And very thankful indeed! I want to express deepest sympathy to family of Kenneth Hubbard, a long standing community member of Nebo. So sorry to hear of his passing.

By MARSHA HILL 217-437-2903 bmklh94@ yahoo.com I encourage you all to reach out to someone whether it be your neighbor, old classmate, long distance relative, or random friend. We take life for granted and it is so easy, but know you will be glad you did. This you know hasn’t been taken from us! Be there for one another! “Even if you never know it, each and every kind act affects someone. Your small gesture of kindness might be the one thing that keeps another holding on. Always be kind in words and in deeds.�

Quincy Medical Group partners with local nursing homes for pen pal program Will you be my pen pal?� That’s what area nursing home residents are asking Quincy Medical Group (QMG) employees as part of QMG’s Pen Pal Program. During this time, area nursing home residents have been among the most vulnerable, often isolated from family and visitors. QMG Community Relations Specialist Morgan Parker says QMG wanted to find a way to connect with residents and lift their spirits. “The Pen Pal Program is just what residents in local nursing homes need right now,� she said. “This is an opportunity for our QMG employees to connect with a nursing home resident and give them a sense of hope during this time of isolation from the outside world. They can’t have any visitors or family come in, so this is one thing we can do to bring smiles to their

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Rules of the Road class will be held at the Pike County Senior Citizens Center from 1-3p.m. Aug. 14 in the board room. Please bring a mask with you to the class. Sept 5, Sav-a-Lot will hold a Back the Blue event for local law enforcement agencies. Pittsfield save a lot parking lot, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Old South BBQ selling food Items to purchase to show support to men and women in blue . Covid Safe with Sanitizer stations, please wear a mask.

faces.� To participate in the program, local nursing residents will submit their names and interests to the QMG Community Relations department. From there, QMG employees will be paired with a resident. A total of six nursing homes in the area are participating. Barry Community Care Center Activity Director Dianna Castleberry looks forward to the partnership and the positive impact the Pen Pal Program will have on residents. “Pen pals are something that have been around for many years and something my residents can relate to from when they were children. With everything going on with the pandemic, everyone can use something to make them smile and it is always nice to get a handwritten note in the mail,� she said. “That

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is why I think this Pen Pal Program is such an amazing idea and a great way for our residents to make new friends. As they have shared with me, you can never have too many friends.� Liberty Village in Pittsfield is also participating. Billie Titus, administrator, said the facility has been closed to visitors since mid-March and while a good number of the residents understand the novisitor policy, they still get lonely. “We try to meet with as many as we can,� Titus said. “We have a lot of window visitors and that helps. I think this pen pal program is a great program and am happy to participate in it. Everyone enjoys receiving letters.� For more information on the Pen Pal Program, contact Parker at mparker@ quincymedgroup.com.

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! Please submit resumes to: Pike County Christian Academy : :DVKLQJWRQ 6W 3LWWV¿HOG ,/ info@pikecountychristianacademy.org RI¿FH

AND OTHER AREA NEWS Please welcome new ministers to the area WORDS -- So Powerful!! They can crush a heart or heal it. They can shame a soul or liberate. They can shatter dreams or energize them. They can obstruct a connection or invite it. They can create defenses or melt them. We have to use words wisely! From the Liberty Paper by Brother Leonard Dice In case you all have not heard, Pastor Gary Dice will be retiring from the Grace Baptist Church at the end of the month after being Pastor there for 30+ years. It’s with mixed emotions that we all face his retirement, but we all definitely understand and wish he and his wife Pam a great next chapter in their lives. Pastor Randy Love and his wife Julie will be arriving at Grace to be the next Pastor and wife after being a candidate and receiving a unanimous vote from the congregation. In these trying and uncertain times, I believe Grace Baptist will continue as a light to guide others in our area. July 26 the Lighthouse Baptist Church unanimously voted in Pastor Jason Barnes and his wife Susan as their Pastor and wife. It is really good when a congregation can pick a spiritual leader and can stop the task of trying to find one. Congratulations to the Lighthouse and also to Jason and Susan! Birthdays and anniversaries for the week: Aug. 12 -- Barbi Hamilton, David Syrcle, Michelle Potter, Todd Peebles Aug. 13 -- Bob Myers, Ron Boren Aug. 15 -- Sara Rudd, Tim Kremer Aug. 16 -- Chris Harter Aug. 18 -- Kenny White, Sheila Kroeschel, Terri Robbins Don’t just skim over the prayer requests...there are new names added to the list frequently. Prayer Requests: Bonnie Prudoehl, Brian Bradshaw, Cheryl Rheynard, 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, Mindy Cloninger, Nic Carter, Pastor Gary Dice, Rhonda Grim, Roger Straus, Roger Bonnett, Tom Williams, Thelma McGraw, and peace for our unsettled world. A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things. But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou

shalt be condemned. Matthew 12:35-37 Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Bob Prater who passed away Sunday, Aug.2 Jan. 31, 2021 will be the 200th birthday of the original Pike County. Pike County was originally a much bigger county with population and bigger, more active communities, than what it is now. There is going to be a year-long celebration for Pike County, and there is a Bicentennial Committee that is hard at work to plan the year-long celebration. Check it out online at https:// www.facebook.com/groups/ pikeil200th. Answers to Christmas trivia in August from last week: 1. Who did the wise men from the east go see first about Jesus’ birth? (Herod) 2. What 3 gifts did the wise men give to the baby Jesus? (gold, frankincense, and myrrh) 3. Where did the angel of the Lord direct Joseph in a dream to take Mary and Jesus so Herod would not be able to fine Jesus? (Egypt) 4. Who was the angel that told Mary she was expecting Jesus? (Gabriel) 5. When the angel of the Lord appeared to the shepherds, what was the sign the angel told them to recognize that they had found Jesus? (They would find the baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger) 6. Who were the two elderly people that saw the baby Jesus in the temple in Jerusalem and were blessed by seeing Him? (Simeon and Anna) July 25, Shirley Stinson of Perry attended the 19th birthday party for her stepgrandson Dominic Dulatt in Winfield, Mo. A pizza party was held and family members and friends attended.

BY WYVETTA DAVIS 217-285-4880 w9yti@irtc.net Sue Yackley and Wyvetta Davis spent quite a bit of time together on Friday, Aug. 7 shopping and browsing in the stores in Pittsfield plus going to Ackles and stopping for a break at the Courtyard CafÊ. While doing all that, they enjoyed a nice visit. Friday evening, Aug. 7, David and Karen Finson of Quincy met Wyvetta Davis at the Bainbridge Street CafÊ for supper. After enjoying their meal, they all came back to Wyvetta’s house for a visit. Saturday evening, Aug.8, visitors at the home of Wyvetta Davis were Wendy and Rick McCartney of Hull and Cary and Dan Dunham of New Canton. Everyone enjoyed pizza and two scrumptious desserts. The entertainment of the evening was playing games and lots of visiting. Still could use your news, folks. I like to do a column that takes a little time for people to read. Trivia Questions for This Week: 1. In what year was Illinois admitted to the Union? 2. In what year was Pike County organized? 3. In what year was the county seat of Pike County moved from Atlas to Pittsfield? 4. When Pike County was first formed, it extended from the junction of the _____________ and ________________ Rivers to what state? 5. What is the oldest town in Pike County? 6. What present day town was once called Highland? Hope life treats you kind as we all travel on this journey together.

Pleasant Hill Pre-K Developmental Screening Pleasant Hill School District will be sponsoring a FREE Developmental screening for all Preschool age children between the ages 2 1/2 to 5 (not enrolling in Kindergarten). Call for an appointment!!! Date: August 27 and August 28 Time: 9:00 to 3:00 Location: First Baptist Church Call Pleasant Hill Elementary 6FKRRO RĎ„FH DW WR make an appointment. It is necessary for children to be screened to be considered for the Pre-K program.

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Myers~Allred engaged Kent and Kathy Myers of New Canton, are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Makenna Myers to Cody Allred of Pittsfield. The bride-to-be is a 2018 graduate of Western High School. The prospective bridegroom is a 2016 graduate of Pittsfield High School and the son of Steve and Brandy Allred of Pittsfield. The couple have chosen Sept. 26, 2020 for their wedding date.

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Welcome, baby Tallulah Tallulah May Camphouse was born at 4:04 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 2 at Quincy’s Blessing Hospital. She weighed 6 lbs., 2 oz. and measured 19 inches long at birth. Tallulah is the first child of David Camphouse and Andrea Muckley of Pittsfield. Her grandparents are William and Kristine Camphouse of Perry and Ron and Joan Muckley of Powell, Ohio.

Wrights celebrating 67 Harry and Helen Wright celebrated their 67th wedding aniversary Aug. 8. Married in 1953, they have three sons, the late Harry Wright, John(Funmi), and Peter (Anita). They have five grandchildren and one great-grandson.

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tions we understand. The exterior of the church was painted in the last couple of years. We hope to paint the interior in the near future, it has not been painted in a number of years. If you would like to support this beautiful historic country church and cemetery and cannot attend homecoming, you can mail donations to: Bethel Cemetery care of treasurer: Alice Cripe at 42421 300th Ave, Griggsville, IL 62340.

College for Life continues to expand opportunities for students with disabilities John Wood Community College’s College for Life program is preparing for the fall semester, with a slate of classes for students with developmental and intellectual disabilities. “We are looking forward to having students back on campus,� Michele Westmaas, CFL coordinator said. “Social distancing guidelines and face coverings will help create a safe environment for our students and instructors.� Three online courses will be a new feature of the CFL program this fall. Active Citizenship, Dance and Movement for Musical Theatre and Career

Exploration will be offered, eliminating the barriers of transportation and geography to allow students near and far to participate. As it enters its fourth year, CFL continues to grow and expand opportunities to its students, providing an accessible path to learning and growth. Six students recently completed the program and will received their CFL certificates Aug. 14. CFL classes include communication, healthy relationships, self-advocacy, personal finance, writing, nutrition, fitness and more. The program’s value has spread throughout JWCC’s service

area which reaches parts of Illinois, Missouri and Iowa. Scholarship opportunities have also made college a reality for students who didn’t save for education beyond high school and cannot access Federal or state grants because of the non-credit nature of course offerings. Enrollment is taking place now, and students and families interesting in the program are encouraged to contact CFL for registration or information. Classes begin Aug. 17. Contact CFL at 217.641.4340 or email mwestmaas@ jwcc.edu. You may also visit jwcc.edu/ cfl for more details.

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Abbreviated Bethel Church Homecoming Aug. 16 The annual Bethel Church Homecoming will be held Sunday Aug. 16. Due to a bill passed last year by the Illinois State Legislature, we will not be able to hold the annual carry-in lunch. Food at a public event such as this has to be prepared in a kitchen inspected by the health department. Therefore, each person/ family should bring their own “bag� lunch. Drinks will be provided. Baked goods can be shared and we suggest that you bring a dessert to

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