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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2021

WINCHESTER, IL 62694

Scott County COVID-19 numbers up slightly, vaccinations continue

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Master Gardener program offers hybrid training. See page A3

JWCC seeking instructors for JDub Academy classes in June. See page A3

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Winchester Bowl, along with many other Scott County businesses, has been deeply impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Winchester Bowl is one of Winchester’s TIF district businesses eligible to apply for the second round of Winchester’s $1,000 Business Relief Program grants. According to owner Steve Granger, center, the business lost about one-third of its typical yearly revenue in 2020. Sandy Willis is shown with Granger at the counter, while Jim Weder works in the background. Business owners whose business has been negatively impacted by the pandemic should contact the Winchester City Hall to receive an application and to ask about eligibility requirements. Applications may be submitted at any time until May 1.

Winchester rolls out second round of business relief grants By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Scott County Times Winchester’s city council voted at its January meeting to make available to pandemic-damaged businesses located within the city’s TIF district a second round of $1,000 business relief grants. According to Winchester Mayor Rex McIntire, businesses which have suffered economic damage from the COVID19 pandemic and state-mandated shutdowns/restrictions have until May 1 to apply for the grants. Winchester had previously offered the grants last spring, at which time 13 businesses applied for the assistance. “I thought we might have closer to 25 businesses apply last time, but only 13 sent in applications,� McIntire said. “There’s probably about 30 businesses total within the TIF district.� Businesses who received the first round of grants are still eligible for the second round. Eligible businesses should contact city hall to pick up an application. The application form describes eligibility requirements for the program. “Businesses eligible to receive assistance under the Business Relief Program must be commercial businesses suffering economic loss and/or hardship attributable to the COVID-19 pandemic,� the application form states. “Eligible busi-

nesses must occupy a permanent place of business with a street address located within the Winchester TIF District.� Business owners in Winchester’s TIF district say they have been deeply impacted by the pandemic. “Last year we were down dollarwise about $80,000 – or about a third,� Winchester Bowl owner Steve Granger said. Grant applications will be reviewed by the Winchester City Council at a special or regular council meeting. Only applicants who are compliant with the Tax Increment Redevelopment Act and the objectives of Winchester’s TIF Redevelopment Plan will be eligible to receive the grants. Most of the businesses located in the TIF district, with a few exceptions, will likely be eligible for the grant funds said McIntire. “A few businesses were not hurt, like the little grocery,� McIntire said referring to the Great Scott Market. “Their business probably actually picked up with more people staying closer to home and cooking at home. Most of the businesses in the TIF District have suffered though.� According to McIntire, in most cases, it is simple to observe the economic damages suffered by Winchester’s businesses. (See, TIF, A2)

By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Scott County Times According to Scott County Health Department (SCHD) RN Meghan VanDeVelde, new COVID-19 cases are up slightly in the county over previous weeks. “We are about par for the course, but with a few more cases this week,� VanDeVelde said. “We’ve had 26 new cases. That’s up over the last two weeks. We haven’t had any new hospitalizations or deaths.� VanDeVelde was optimistic about progress SCHD is making toward vaccinating the county’s 1B and 1A populations against COVID-19. “We’re doing good,� VanDeVelde said. “We are doing 150 vaccinations this week. About 40 of those will be second doses.� A priority in reducing the spread of COVID-19 and reducing school outages because of teacher quarantines has been vaccinating Winchester and Bluffs school staff. “We completed Bluffs staff Friday,� VanDeVelde said. “Winchester staff is done.� VanDeVelde stated that Scott County Nursing Center (SCNC) continues to avoid COVID-19 in its facility. VanDeVelde credits SCNC staff, residents and staff for not allowing COVID-19 to enter the facility.

“Everything has been going smooth out there,� VanDeVelde said. “That’s a very vulnerable population. Once it gets in a longterm care facility, then the outcome isn’t great.� While some neighboring counties have entered into cooperative agreements with one another, as in the case of Adams and Pike counties, in hopes of more efficiently vaccinating their populations, Scott County has not entered into any such arrangements. “We’re still trying to truck through it,� VanDeVelde said. “In Morgan County, their drive through vaccinations can take three hours to get through.� While the state has made vaccinations available to all 1B and 1A populations, VanDeVelde said SCHD is focused on the most vulnerable populations. “We’re trying to prioritize older adults – those over 65 and over 75,� VanDeVelde said. “And if people have a long laundry list if underlying conditions we try and prioritize that. We have two lists, one for older residents and one for younger.� In addition to older adults and teachers, those in phase 1B of the state’s vaccination plan include first responders, post office workers and manufacturing workers. As a result, SCHD has been in touch with Westermeyer Industries and the Alsey brick plant. (See, COVID, A2)

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Scott County Health Department (SCHD) COVID-19 numbers released Monday, Jan. 25 show increases in numbers of active COVID-19 cases and numbers of quarantined individuals. No additional COVID19 deaths have occurred in Scott County. Last week’s lone COVID-19 hospitalization has subsequently been released. SCHD continues to vaccinate 1B populations and 1A populations who had previously received the vaccine. To allow SCHD staff more time for vaccinations, COVID-19 testing times have been reduced to Monday and Friday from 9-11 a.m.

Waterfowl migration underway along the Illinois By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Scott County Times Vast flocks of Canada Geese, Snow Geese and Trumpeter Swans can currently be found along the Illinois River in Scott County. According to Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Conservation Police Game Warden William Wichern, populations of certain waterfowl species – including the largest American waterfowl, the Trumpeter Swan – have grown dramatically over the course of his twenty year career with IDNR. According to Wichern, the population growth can largely be attributed to habitat restoration efforts along Midwestern rivers. “We counted 700 Trumpeter Swans in 2000, and we counted 3,000 last year,� Wichern said. “That’s a pretty good jump.� The swans’ growing population, which is still protected against hunters, has resulted in increasing accidental shootings. “We had a hunter accidentally shoot one over in Pike County about four weeks ago,� Wichern said. “That’s bound to happen. He turned himself in and paid his fine.� Wichern said that residents along the river get excited about the presence of swans. “It’s a big deal to some people,� Wichern said. “Anytime I stop in Placke’s in Bluffs, somebody will always ask me about swans.� While residents may be curious about the pure white waterfowl, Wichern encouraged caution around the large and sometimes aggressive birds. “Sometimes we have had to move swans injured by a run-in with a car, and I’ve caught a wing to the face

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One of the largest waterfowl migration routes in North America, the Illinois River valley is currently home to huge flocks of Canada Geese, Snow Geese and Trumpeter Swans. Vast groups of the waterfowl, like this one just south of Interstate 72, can be seen along the Illinois River in Scott County.

before,� Wichern said. “If I had to choose between tangling with a swan and a raccoon, I’d pick the coon.� Trumpeter Swans are commonly four feet tall, with a seven foot wingspan. Adults frequently weigh up to 30 pounds. Trumpeter Swans can be seen in large numbers along the Illinois River between December and February. While in their winter range, they can often times be seen foraging in farm fields for food. Another common (mostly) white winter visitor to the lower and central Illinois River Valley is the Snow Goose. According to Wichern, Snow Geese are protected by loose hunting regulations, in order to control their populations. Wichern said that feeding Snow Geese cause tremendous damage to tundra grasses in their northern summer range by tearing the plants up roots and all. “It’s very liberal,� Wichern said. “In fact, come Feb. 1 there’s no limit on

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Right: Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Conservation Police Game Warden William Wichern said that waterfowl migration is well underway in the central and lower Illinois River valley. Since starting with IDNR 20 years ago, Wichern said he has seen populations of some species grow dramatically, including Trumpeter Swans. According to population surveys he helped conduct in 2000, he and his partner counted 700 Trumpeter Swans in Scott County. Last year Wichern said he counted 3,000 of the birds in the same location.

Snow Geese until the end of the season Apr. 15.� Of course, the Canada Goose, more common to most Midwesterners, can

also be seen in staggering numbers this time of year along the Scott County stretch of the Illinois River during winter migration.

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JWCC Ag Department offers artificial insemination course By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Scott County Times John Wood Community College’s (JWCC) Ag Department will offer a cattle artificial insemination (AI) class March 8–10 at the Coatsburg Sale Barn, located at 1947 U.S. Highway 24 in Coatsburg. The class, according to Ag Department Chair Mike Tenhouse, is open to the general public and not limited to current JWCC students. “We offer the AI course each year,� Tenhouse said. “It’s both for our current students at the Perry ag center and community members from around the district and region.� While Tenhouse is the course’s coordinating instructor, most aspects of the

course will be taught by technicians from STgenetics, a worldwide leader in livestock reproduction and other services for cattle, horses, deer and swine. “These guys are very good technicians and up to date on the latest technology and practices,� Tenhouse said. Participants in the course will learn basic training of artificial insemination of cattle, as well as have hands-on practice with palpating cows. Skills learned will help producers increase genetic improvement of herds, enhance breeding records and data acquisition, avoid disease transfer and allow utilization of progeny-tested sires for performance, maternal, calving ease and carcass value. “It’s a very educational course in terms of beef cattle reproductive physi-

ology – both the bull’s reproductive parts and female reproduction and heat synchronization,� Tenhouse said. Upon completion of the three-day course participants will receive certification through the National Association of Animal Breeders. “At the end of the three days, we hope you feel confident about incorporating AI in your own operation,� Tenhouse said. “It’s good for those who want to brush up on their skills or those who want to take this on aas a new skill.� The cost of the course is $513 for in-district students and residents and $623 for out-of-district students and residents. For more information or to register, call JWCC’s Perry Orr Ag Center at 217-641-4558.

Two Rivers announces summer golf tournament By BETH ZUMWALT Scott County Times Two Rivers Farm Bureau has announced June 18 as the date for the annual golf tournament. The tournament will be held at the Old Orchard Country Club in Pittsfield. Tournament proceeds sup-

port programs in Pike and Scott Schools. Through the Ag-In-The-Classroom program, all grade schools in both counties receive materials and support. The programs is an important education resource for teachers to help students learn

where their food comes from and how agriculture impacts their world. The goal this year is $21,000, and Two Rivers Farm Bureau is seeking sponsors. A tournament sponsor, for $500, will receive entry for one golf team and premium

recognition. A team sponsor pays a $350 entry fee for one golf team and special recognition. A hole sponsor, at $100, receives a tee block ad. To donate, send contributions to Pike Scott Farm Bureau, P.O. Box 6, Pittsfield, 62363-0006.

Virtual farm economics seminar Feb. 4 Thursday, Feb. 4, beginning at 1 p.m., the Pike-Scott Farm Bureau is partnering with CliftonLarsonAllen to present a Virtual Farm Economics Seminar on tax and finance issues impacting farms. The program will be held via Zoom and reservations are required. In this one-hour program, the bureau will cover PPP Loans, Section 199A, 2020 farm tax considerations and hold a discussion of the Biden administration

tax plan. Ample time will be allowed for questions from those attending the virtual session. CliftonLarsonAllen has extensive experience working with agricultural clients including the Pike-Scott Farm Bureau. Kelly Hardy from CliftonLarsonAllen will be the presenter. Kelly has more than 15 years of experience and assists clients with their tax planning, compliance and consulting needs,

as well as addressing technical taxation matters. She specializes in providing services to agribusiness, manufacturers and commercial enterprises. Reservations are limited and required for this virtual session. To register, residents will need to provide an email and phone number. Contact the Pike-Scott Farm Bureau before Feb. 4 at 217-2852233 or office@pikescottfb.org.

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Vermicomposting: a composting option for the winter

Being four weeks into the new year, I hope those of you with new goals of healthier eating are still going strong. If things didn’t work out the way you had planned, no worries; vermicomposting can help you get rid of all those fruits and vegetables that have gone bad and provide a nutrient rich material that can be added to our plants. Vermicomposting is the process of using various species of worms to decompose organic waste such as food scraps. It is also a great option for winter composting when our outside pile has become dormant. To get started with vermicomposting, you will need a 10 to 14-gallon lidded, plastic storage container. Prior to using your bin, rinse it with tap water to remove anything that might be harmful to worms. You’ll want to make holes in the container to allow air movement through the container as the process requires oxygen. You can also make holes in the bottom of the container to allow for drainage, but you will need another container to set your vermicompost container in to catch the excess moisture. Once you have decided on a bin, it is time to prepare a bedding of moist newspapers for your worms in the bin. Newspaper works well for this, but colored print should not be used as it may be toxic to the worms. Tear enough newspaper into strips 0.5 to 1� wide to

fill your bin ž full of damp newspaper. You will need to moisten the newspaper strips enough that they feel like a damp sponge, but not dripping wet. It is suggested to do this in a different container to drain off any water sitting in the base; you can also add dry strips to the moistened bedding if it becomes too wet. Strips should provide a fluffy bed for the worms; compacted bedding does not allow for enough oxygen movement for the worms. After preparing the bedding, the worms and 2 to 4 cups of soil from your yard can be added to the bin. Regular worms from the garden DO NOT work in a compost bin. The best worm used in vermicomposting is the Red Wiggler or Eisenia fetida; these can be found as fishing bait or ordered online. If you have friends that vermicompost, they should also have worms to share. In an optimal environment, eight red wigglers can produce about 1500 new worms in six months. Optimal bin conditions consist of the following: Q Temperature between 55 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit QAerobic environment (with oxygen) Q pH range around 7 (neutral) Q Moist environment (65 to 75% with no standing water) Your worms will eat fruit and vegetable scraps, tea leaves, coffee grounds, filters, and other non-greasy foods; DO NOT feed them meat, bones, fat, dairy

products, greasy foods, or nonfood items (plastic, Styrofoam, etc.) Worms can eat about half their weight each day; therefore, the more worms you have, the more food you will need to feed them. Covering the food with the paper bedding can help to prevent fruit flies. If you do find that your worms are dying or not doing well in your bin, it could be the result of the following: Q Not enough food in the bin Q Has the worm population gotten too large; should it be divided? Q Bedding is too wet or too dry Q Bin temperature: is it too hot or too cold? Q Is there enough bedding or does it need replaced? After about eight weeks, enough worm castings should be available to start removing them from the bin. Rather than emptying everything out, you can start feeding the worms on one side of the bin bringing the worms to that side allowing you to remove the compost from one side of the bin and start feeding it to your plants! Good Growing Tip of the Week: Chopping your food up into smaller pieces or cooking it before feeding it to your worms will help the worms decompose food quicker. This should especially be done with vegetables with thick stalks like broccoli and cauliflower.

Godfrey’s nature institute sets events for February The Nature Institute’s (TNI) hiking trails, located at 2213 South Levis Lane in Godfrey may be closed until April 1, but staff members of Illinois’ largest privately owned nature preserve are inviting the public out for these upcoming opportunities. A new weekly hike, the “Winter Wonderland Hike� led by education director Emily Ehley, allows visitors to explore the preserve even while the trails are closed to the public. The next scheduled hike will occur on Feb.

2 at 1 p.m. Here, one can learn what the plants and animals must do to survive the harsh winter. A seasonal staple, “Knee High Naturalists,� is returning on Feb. 10. This program is designed with children aged 3-5 and their parents in mind. Join education director Emily Ehley, for a hike chosen for little legs, as well as activities and crafts. Take home a book and a wonderful memory of a day in the woods. Head out to TNI for a chance to explore the pre-

serve with a map and compass. “Maps and Top Hats,� is an orienteering challenge for groups and families. Trails will open to registered participants from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 15. Educators will be on site to get you started and teach map and compass skills, then you are invited to find all of the predetermined points on the trails. “Lunch and Learn: Starting your Native Garden� is a webinar scheduled for Monday, Feb. 22 starting at 12:30 p.m. The webinar will

give you an insight into what the TNI greenhouse staff are doing to get native plants started as well as some tips and tricks for starting your own garden. The next installment of TNI’s monthly “Moonlight Hikes� will be Saturday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. Led by TNI staff members, guests can take a night hike along the woodland trails through the Mississippi Sanctuary or Olin Nature Preserve, illuminated by the full moon. Terrain is light to moderate. Pre-registration is required.

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Douglas still sits in Winchester’s square In the fallout of nationwide Black Lives Matters protests and racial unrest, a statue of Stephen A. Douglas, who once owned slaves, was removed from the state Capitol and placed in storage in the fall of last year. Douglas’s statue, however, remains undisturbed in downtown Winchester.

Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair scheduled The Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair, traditionally held in June each year at Pere Marquette State Park, will be held Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021. The event was cancelled in June 2020 due to health and safety concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic. For more than 30 years, the free Fishing Fair has been one of Pere Marquette’s most popular family events, featuring catch-and-release fishing, casting stations, fishing instruction, informa-

tion and entertainment. The event is hosted by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC), Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge (administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service), and Pere Marquette State Park (administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources). Dozens of local businesses and volunteers support the fair.

TIF (Continued from A1) “Like with the bowling alley, all we have to see is that they had to be closed or shut down a portion of their normal operations,� McIntire said. McIntire stressed that grant program is a result of the city wanting to do everything it can to support small businesses. “It’s not that we just want to give money away,� McIntire said. “The purpose of the TIF District is to promote business. What better way is there to promote business

than to help the businesses that might fail otherwise?� McIntire stated that businesses who feel they are eligible can contact city hall immediately to receive an application. “They can come in today,� McIntire said. “Call city hall or knock on the door to get an application.� Business owners appreciate whatever help Winchester’s city government is able to provide. “We appreciate the city for making the grants possible,� Granger said.

COVID (Continued from A1) “Ideally we are trying to do vaccinations at those locations all on the same day,� VanDeVelde said. “It’s good to get them vaccinated because they work in such close quarters. We have at least 80 signed up.� The state has indicated vaccines will continue to come in 100 dose shipments, with the timing of the second dose shots largely dictating the timing of the shipments. The second Pfizer shot is to

be given 21 days after the first, while the second Moderna shot is to be given 28 days after the first. Residents are cautioned that full vaccine effectiveness is not realized until 7 to 14 days after the second shot. Even after receiving the vaccine, residents are instructed to continue to wear face masks and practice distancing until the behavior of the vaccines and the virus are better understood by medical professionals.

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021

OBITUARY Sharon L. Brown Sharon L. Brown, 75 of Winchester passed away Monday January 18, 2021. She was born November 18, 1945 in Springfield the daughter of the late Howard and Lucille Kornack Seely. Sharon was a 1962 graduate of White Hall High School, and the Flamingo Beauty College. She worked for several years as a Beautician in Winchester prior to beginning her career at First State Bank and then First National Bank from 1975 until her retirement in 2020. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She also loved her cats, everything Elvis, trivia and Coun-

try Line Dancing. Surviving are her sons, Michael Brown of Winchester, Mark (Janice) Brown of St. Louis, six grandchildren; Alyssa (Tra-

vis) Littig of Jacksonville, Brad Myers of Winchester, Brett Brown of Winchester, Kurt Brown of Jacksonville, Kayla Brown and Luke Brown both of St. Louis. Two great grandchildren, Landen Gound of Roodhouse and Gatlin Littig of Jacksonville and her sister Deborah Deal of Jacksonville. Preceding her in death was her brother Daniel Seely. As per Sharon’s wishes there will be no public services. Condolences may be sent to the family at www. airsman-hires.com the Coonrod Funeral Home in Winchester is in charge of the arrangements.

Master Gardener program offers hybrid training For 46 years, University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners have measured success by gardens planted, insects identified, produce harvested and the millions of hours volunteers have logged by helping others learn to grow. Take your love of gardening to the next level by joining the Master Gardeners in 2021. Hybrid Master Gardener Training with live sessions starts February 16. Participants will study online each week and then attend a weekly live webinar session on Tuesday mornings for 12 weeks. “Our hybrid training is a great opportunity for folks who need more flexibility to participate,” State Master Gardener Specialist Candice Hart said. “The online portion of this hybrid model gives more flexibility for trainees to learn at their own pace each week and also participate in weekly live interactive webinars with their fellow trainees.” The training includes videos, a Master Gardener manual, reading materials and quizzes. Participants will join online on Tuesdays and a strong internet connection is highly recommended. This course is aimed at exposing participants to in-depth horticulture content

through modules including soils and fertilizers, plant diseases, entomology, pest management organic gardening and more. After completion of the course volunteers are asked to return 60 hours of volunteer service. To request more information, residents of Calhoun, Cass, Greene, Morgan and Scott counties can contact Ken Johnson, horticulture educator, at kjohnso@illinois.edu. To register for the Hybrid Master Gardener training visit https://go.illinois.edu/ hybridMG. A fee of $150 will be due before training begins to cover the cost of materials and the Master Gardener manual. Registration closes Feb. 8. University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in programming, contact Ken Johnson. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting participant needs. Illinois Extension leads public outreach for University of Illinois by translating research into action plans that allow Illinois families, businesses and community leaders to solve problems, make informed decisions and adapt to changes and opportunities.

Maybe having bears around isn’t so great By BILL HOAGLAND Dennis Davidsmeyer grew up in Pike County and, for years, worked for the Sny Levee District before permanently moving to Missouri. I mention that because some readers here might remember Dennis. Dennis and his brother, Dale, own a cabin in the Missouri Ozarks, where we stay when we turkey hunt in the Ozarks. The cabin is in a very remote location, one that is teeming with wildlife; I have always enjoyed just being out there on those Ozark ridges watching the wildlife even if a turkey doesn’t show up. But now maybe we have just a little “too much wildlife” out on those ridges. One morning last June, Dennis was at his cabin sitting outside and working on a wood carving. Suddenly, he looked up and saw a mature black bear staring at him from less than 20 feet away. Dennis pushed his wood working tools aside and slowly stood up, being careful not to startle the bear. For the next five minutes, Dennis and the bear just stood there staring at each other. Dennis had a handgun on him at the time, but the bear did not seem aggressive so Dennis slowly eased his cell phone out and began taking pictures, figuring that no one would ever believe this without pictures. After the 5-minute staredown, the bear moved off about 40 feet and plopped down. Dennis says that by this time, he was shaking so much, it is a wonder that any of the pictures turned out. (See the attached photo.) After about 20 minutes of just sitting there, the bear got up and ambled on up the hill behind the cabin and did not return. But the bear encounters did not end there. Several months later, while Dennis was hunting near the cabin, he saw a bear about 80 yards away from him. This was a different bear than the one he had seen before. He first tried to see if the bear had cubs, but in the process of moving sideways to get a better angle, the bear saw him and began walking toward him. Dennis started yelling at the bear but his yelling did nothing to frighten him; he just kept on coming. This could mean only one thing — that he was

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Hello Scott County. Condolences and lots of prayers to the Fearneyhough family for the loss of a beloved family member. Nice to see more businesses opening and more places having indoor dining. I can`t imagine the fastfood restaurants have not opened their inside seating. January is almost over and February will be here soon. I hope the weather stays the same until spring gets here and we do not have any more ice on the roads. We have had plenty this year. I am ready for the sunshine. We need the schools to open up for classes and stay

open until school is out in the spring. Maybe next school year will be much better. There is a lot of loose gravel on the Lynnville curve on the old highway going to Jacksonville. I don`t know if it was used to patch holes or just spilled on the highway but it is not good when a loose rock is thrown through a windshield. It`s a good idea to drive with care in that area. Just letting the readers know to be aware of it. A distraught senior citizen called her doctor to ask him if it was true she would have to take the new medi-

JWCC seeking instructors for JDub Academy classes in June John Wood Community College’s Community-Based Outreach is looking for instructors interested in teaching this June during the college’s JDub Academy. JDub Academy is a hands-on educational enrichment program for children in grades K-12. Each class will be held Monday through Friday. Instructors will have the choice of teaching during the weeks of June 7-11, June 14-18 and/or June 21-25. During those days classes are held from 8 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. and from 10 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. Classes are usually designed around

sometimes with humans inside at the time. In Tennessee, during 2020, there were nine black bear attacks on the Appalachian Trail, including one fatality. On another occasion in Tennessee this past year, four bears ganged up and invaded a house together—how would you like to wake up to that? Black bears have also become a problem in New Hampshire, Florida, Colorado and Minnesota. When “Bruno,” the celebrated black bear from Wisconsin, came through Calhoun County last year, he garnered a lot of favorable attention; perhaps some folks even thought he was “cute.” While I have reason to believe bears come across the river from Missouri from time to time, we really don’t need them here on a permanent basis, do we? They are, after all, bears. ––––––––––––––––––– Q Bill Hoagland has practiced law in Alton for more than 50 years, but he has spent more than 70 years hunting, fishing and generally being in the great outdoors. His wife, Annie, shares his love of the outdoor life. Much of their spare time is spent on their farm in Calhoun County. Bill can be reached at billhoagland70@gmail.com.

grades K-3, 4-6, 7-8 and 9-12. Classes that have been offered in the past include Healthy Chefs, I Can Bake and Decorate, Everyday Art, Basic Healthy Puppy Class, Dive Into German, Fun with Geometry, Outdoor Adventures at Gardner Camp, Claymation Camp and Fairy Tales Re-Written, among others. For information on becoming an instructor, contact Community-Based Outreach at cbo@jwcc.edu, or call 217-641-4941. A required course proposal and a copy of your resume should be submitted by March 15.

Outdoor Truths: Gary Miller

Shared experience is important part of theology As I write, I’m finishing an extended stay in Texas. One more weekend to go before I fly home. It’s been a great experience to do a little hunting and to get to speak to some really neat guys. At this moment, I’m waiting on about a dozen guys to show up at the ranch I’m staying at. I’ve made this particular trip for the past few years. It’s one of my favorites. And I’m thankful that through this upcoming event I was able to connect to the guys and church that I just came from. I’m thankful for this type of networking – one man telling another man about his experience and encouraging him to have the same experience. Sounds pretty much like what Jesus wanted when it came to his followers. Tell someone about your experience – one person at a time. And it was the experience that caused them to go and tell. It wasn’t primarily information. In fact, for the first two or three hundred years, there was no compiled information. There was no “Bible” as we know it. Yes, there were letters and accounts that the early fol-

lowers had, but they didn’t go from place to place and person to person with a Bible under their arm and a salvation tract in their hand. No, they went and told others about an event (the resurrection) and their experience with a risen savior. There were no Christian historians, theologians or apologists; just everyday people who shared their experience with an event. These people then began to gather, share burdens, meet needs and love people, because the one who rose told them and gifted them to do it. And many of them died holding on to their faith when a simple denial of their experience would have saved their life. All of this to say, the sharing of your experience is all God needs to begin to work in other’s lives. Sure, we have the word of God now. And sure, the gospel is the power of God unto salvation. But theology can be debated; your experience with it cannot. Jesus healed a blind man. Those around him basically wanted to know the

theology and methodology by which Jesus did this act. T h e b l i n d m a n simply admitted he didn’t know. But what he did know was, “I was blind, but now I see.” And, they could not argue with his experience. Those around you, cannot argue with yours. I’ll share my experience with some great guys later this week, and while we may have some great theological debates and differences, we will all only admire and appreciate each other’s unique experience with a risen savior. ––––––––––––––––––– Q Gary has three books that are compilations of the articles he has written for nearly 15 years. He also speaks at game dinners and men’s groups for churches and associations. You can contact him at gary@outdoortruths.org.

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being stalked. Finally, as the bear continued to get closer — perhaps about 50 yards out – Dennis pulled out his .45 caliber pistol and fired several rounds into the ground, thinking that might scare him off. Despite the loud noise, the bear continued to advance. So at this point, Dennis decided it was time to get on his four-wheeler and “get out of Dodge.” Two weeks later, Dennis encountered two more bears near the cabin and he is reasonably certain they are different bears than what he saw before. This is not good. While I am intrigued by the fact that there are a few bears in the Ozarks, I am not interested in having a close, personal encounter with one out on some ridge. Truth is, in the past few years, black bears have become much more aggressive regarding humans. I wrote a column several years ago about black bears, but things have become worse since then. For example, in New Jersey, in the first six months of 2020, black bears had invaded more than 10 houses and one bear even walked in and killed a man cleaning his garage. In Connecticut, by July 1, bears invaded more than 22 houses,

cation for the rest of her life. Her physician replied “yes I’m afraid so” There was a moment of silence before the lady replied, “Just how serious is my condition? This prescription is marked “No Refills.” Last Week`s Trivia –– War chariot. Next Week`s Trivia –– In 1888, who won the first person to take a long-distance car trip {66miles}: Edsel Ford, Bertha Benz, Margaret A Wilcox?

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nyone can carry his burden, however heavy, until nightfall. Anyone can do his work, however hard, for one day. Anyone can live sweetly, patiently, lovingly, purely, until the sun goes down. And this is all that life really means.” -Robert Louis Stevenson Sometimes the enormity of a task can be daunting. A project at school or at work may be too big to be completed in the allotted time and cause us to be so anxious that we fear losing our job or receiving a failing grade on the assignment. Oftentimes the problem is our perception that we must get it all done right now! Just as we eat a large meal one bite at a time, big jobs should be completed one step at a time. And this lesson is not just for projects which we must complete at work or at school. The project of life requires us to love our friends, families, and neighbors, and this can often be exceedingly difficult. People can be hard to love and often try our patience, but these are the times when it is even more important to act with

tenderness and loving kindness. As the day wears on, our patience often wears thin and our reserves of charity and kindness begin to run low. Then it may be important to take some time by yourself to pray or just to be with your thoughts. If you cannot act kindly, sometimes the next best thing is simply to remove yourself from the situation. At least that way you will not regret saying or doing something unkind. And finally, if the task at hand is too much for the day, consider whether you can at least get through the next hour, or even the next minute. With God’s help, all things are possible. –Christopher Simon

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Horoscopes ARIES Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, it is not often that you feel compelled to be a people-pleaser, but you’ve been a lot more cautious about what you say or post online lately. That can be a good thing. TAURUS Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, certain things aren’t adding up and someone close to you is being rather evasive. You may want to do some investigative work and get to the bottom of the situation. GEMINI May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, even though you detest drama, unless you are careful this week you could put yourself right in the middle of some. Watch your words and actions carefully. CANCER Jun 22/Jul 22 You are known for adding your personal touch to everything, Cancer. Just don’t push this so far as to have the final word on everything; otherwise, you could ruffle feathers. LEO Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you’re often focused on the bigger picture but don’t consider the small details. When financial issues become a concern, you have to learn to scrutinize data.

VIRGO Aug 24/Sept 22 You can’t resist helping other people who are close to you, Virgo. However, this week is a time when the roles are reversed. Don’t hesitate to accept help. LIBRA Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you are normally upbeat and passive. However, you may have to be a little more forceful if you want to get your point across and be heard in the days ahead. SCORPIO Oct 24/Nov 22 You don’t mind defending your opinions or your ideals, Scorpio. In fact, you are highly skilled at constructive conversation. Your negotiation tactics may be put to the test. SAGITTARIUS Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, it is not your job to solve a group issue on your own. This needs to be a democratic process with all opinions included in the discussion. You may act as moderator. CAPRICORN Dec 22/Jan 20 Is there something going on in your life right now that could benefit from a little more investigation, Capricorn? Personal problems may involve delving a little deeper.

AQUARIUS Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, it seems that for each step you take forward, you move two or three steps back. Break this cycle and develop a contingency plan so you don’t miss a beat. PISCES Feb 19/Mar 20 The distance between you and someone you love keeps widening, Pisces. Take the time to mend this fence. FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS JANUARY 24 Michael Provost, Actor (23) JANUARY 25 Alicia Keys, Singer (40) JANUARY 26 Colin O’Donoghue, Actor (40) JANUARY 27 Noah Schnacky, Singer (24) JANUARY 28 Ariel Winter, Actress (23) JANUARY 29 Adam Lambert, Singer (39) JANUARY 30 Christian Bale, Actor (47)

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This Day In History Jan 27

- The trial of Guy Fawkes and his fellow conspirators began. They were executed on January 31. - Kappa Alpha Theta, the first women’s sorority, was founded at Indiana Asbury University (now DePauw University) in Greencastle, IN. - Thomas Edison patented the electric incandescent lamp. - The National Geographic Society was founded in Washington, DC. - In China, foreign diplomats in Peking, fearing a revolt, demanded that the imperial government discipline the Boxer rebels.

- Wire Recording Corporation of America announced the first magnetic tape recorder. The ‘Wireway’ machine with a built-in oscillator sold for $149.50.

- At Cape Kennedy, FL, astronauts Virgil I. “Gus� Grissom, Edward H. White and Roger B. Chaffee died in a flash fire during a test aboard their Apollo I spacecraft.

- United Independent Broadcasters Inc. started a radio network with contracts with 16 stations. The company later became Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS).

- The Vietnam peace accords were signed in Paris.

- The Soviet Union announced that the two year German siege of Leningrad had come to an end. - Soviet troops liberated the Nazi concentration camps Auschwitz and Birkenau in Poland.

- Mahamane Ousmane, the first democratically elected president of Niger, was overthrown by a military coup. Colonel Ibrahim Bare Mainassara declared himself head of state.

- The “CBS Radio Workshop� was heard for the first time.

- More than 60 nations signed the Outer Space Treaty which banned the orbiting of nuclear weapons and placing weapons on celestial bodies or space stations.

- During World War II, the first all American air raid against Germany took place when about 50 bombers attacked Wilhlemshaven.

- Former world boxing champion Mike Tyson went on trial for allegedly raping an 18-year-old contestant in the 1991 Miss Black America Contest.

- In the U.S., atomic testing in the Nevada desert began as an Air Force plane dropped a one-kiloton bomb on Frenchman Flats.

- John Baird, a Scottish inventor, demonstrated a pictorial transmission machine called television.

- NBC radio debuted “Clara, Lu ’n’ Em� on its Blue network (later, ABC radio).

- The Coca-Cola Company, of Atlanta, GA, announced a plan to sell its soft drinks in the Soviet Union.

- It was revealed that French national museums were holding nearly 2,000 works of art stolen from Jews by the Nazis during World War II. - U.S. First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton appeared on NBC’s “Today� show. She charged that the allegations against her husband were the work of a “vast right-wing conspiracy.� - The U.S. Senate blocked dismissal of the impeachment case against President Clinton and voted for new testimony from Monica Lewinsky and two other witnesses.

- The Vatican reaffirmed the Roman Catholic Church’s ban on female priests. - U.S. President Reagan greeted the 52 former American hostages released by Iran at the White House.

- A series of explosions occurred at a military dump in Lagos, Nigeria. More than 1,000 people were killed in the blast and in the attempt to escape.

- Carl Lewis beat his own two-yearold record by 9-1/4 inches when he set a new indoor world record with a longjump mark of 28 feet, 10-1/4 inches.

- Altria Group, Inc. became the name of the parent company of Kraft Foods, Philip Morris USA, Philip Morris International and Philip Morris Capital Corporation.

- Wayne Gretzky set a National Hockey League (NHL) record for consecutive game scoring. He ended the streak at 51 games.

- Steve Jobs unveiled the Apple iPad.

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Country ponds need help to stay healthy, beautiful Owning a lush and scenic country pond is a point of pride for many rural landowners, but over time ponds need a hand to stay clean and healthy. “Good management can slow or stop harmful changes like a buildup of surface algae or a decrease in fish so you can use and enjoy your pond longer,� Energy and Environmental Stewardship Educator Duane Friend with University of Illinois Extension said. It never fails, come spring Friend’s phone starts ringing and his inbox starts filling up with a series of familiar scenarios from pond owners. “All my fish died, what happened? Help, my pond is covered in weeds! How do I stop a pond from leaking?� Illinois pond owners can prevent prob-

lems and get a jump start on spring upkeep with the free Rural Pond Management Webinar March 30. With more than 40 years of natural resources and water management experience between them, Extension Educators Duane Friend and Jay Solomon will cover how to keep ponds healthy and beautiful. Topics include outside influences, water supply and quality, maintenance, weed and algae management, control of tree and brush on dams, sediment build-up and more. “Spring is often the time to start or wrap-up pond construction or renovations,� Solomon said. “Good planning before the pond fills with water can make management easier for many years.�

Guest presenter Blake Ruebush, a fisheries biologist with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, will discuss how to best manage fish populations including when and how to stock fish in new or existing ponds. Those with ponds will learn how to overcome existing problems and prevent problems and anyone looking to build a pond will learn how to avoid many common problems. “If you have a farm or rural pond or are thinking about building one, this webinar is for you,� Friend said. “Every landscape is unique and we encourage participants to come with questions and concerns about their own pond that we’ll answer live.� The rural pond management webinar

will be 7 to 8:30 p.m. March 30. Register online for free at go.illinois.edu/ FarmPond. University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Duane Friend at friend@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for the requested accommodation. Illinois Extension leads public outreach for University of Illinois by translating research into action plans that allow Illinois families, businesses and community leaders to solve problems, make informed decisions and adapt to changes and opportunities.

Memorial Health System offers infusion treatment to help patients with mild to moderate COVID-19 symptoms

Tim Yarnik, his wife and daughter were on their way to an outing in St. Louis and planned to visit his dad, who lives in Staunton, on the way there. His dad, Art, who’s 87 years old and lives alone, wasn’t acting himself, and his forehead felt warm. They urged him to be tested for COVID-19. Two days later, he tested positive for the virus. His fever was 103 degrees. “We were frightened for him,� Yarnik said. Tim Yarnik reached out to a friend, who told him about a new therapy that helped COVID-19 patients. When he called Memorial Health System’s respiratory clinic, the staff told him they had a 5 p.m. opening that day and stressed the importance of not waiting another day. Yarnik’s

brother-in-law drove his dad to Springfield. After the therapy, his dad never had a fever again and felt a little better each day. Yarnik’s dad was one of more than 365 patients who received the monoclonal antibody treatment, an infusion therapy called bamlanivimab or bam infusion, which Memorial Health System offers to help patients who have mild to moderate symptoms of COVID-19. During infusion therapy, medication is administered to patients through an IV. Bill and Kim Mitchell of Versailles in Brown County also received the infusion therapy from Passavant Area Hospital in Jacksonville. After their middleschool aged son woke up with a headache and later tested posi-

tive for COVID-19, the Mitchells also got tested; they were positive as well. Both Mitchells were running a low-grade fever that wasn’t going away, and they were exhausted. Bill Mitchell lost his sense of smell. However, they thought it was something that would pass. “You don’t think you are as sick as you are,� Bill Mitchell said. After receiving the infusion therapy, their fever was gone within eight to 10 hours. And a day or two later, they were back to full health. “This therapy is ideal for anyone with mild or moderate COVID-19 symptoms. It is beneficial for individuals who are high-risk secondary to a medical condition, such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, lung dis-

ease or are over 65 without a health condition,� Dr. Anna Richie, medical director for Memorial Physician Services’ ExpressCare said. “It’s not a cure, but it does appear to slow progression and worsening of the disease.� The infusion therapy is available locally on an outpatient basis at Memorial’s South Sixth Street location in Springfield, the ExpressCare on North Water Street in Decatur and Passavant Area Hospital. Outcomes have been positive with no serious adverse reactions, Richie said. The treatment is available by referral from a physician or for patients of the respiratory clinic. Rapid testing availability has increased the opportunity to use the treatment locally. “For the best outcome, this

treatment needs to be given soon to prevent disease progression, but it is time sensitive,� Richie said. “It’s important to be tested early if you have symptoms of COVID-19 in order to have access to treatments and prevent hospitalization.� Yarnik can testify to that. He was grateful the treatment was able to keep his dad from possibly being hospitalized. “The care my dad received from the staff there was great. Everyone was so helpful to my dad’s recovery,� he said. The Mitchells received similar care. “Everyone was kind and compassionate,� Bill Mitchell said. “I can’t say enough about what a great job they did up and down the line.� NOTICE

Memorial Health System eases visitor restrictions at its five hospitals As the number of COVID-19 inpatients decreases and the state lifts mitigation efforts in central Illinois, Memorial Health System eased some visitor restrictions at its five hospitals on Jan. 20. Those hospitals – Memorial Medical Center in Springfield, Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital in Lincoln, Decatur Memorial Hospital, Passavant Area Hospital in Jacksonville and Taylorville Memorial Hospital – will allow one visitor at a time for adult inpatients between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. The hospitals will allow one support person and one additional visitor for inpatient obstetrics patients. Those two people must be the same for the duration of the stay. No visitors will be allowed for patients being treated for COVID-19, or patients being evaluated for the virus until a COVID-19 infection is ruled out. All visitors must wear a face covering that covers their nose and mouth at all times while in the hospitals. A total of 68 COVID-19 patients were in Memorial Health System’s hospitals as of Jan. 15. That represents a decrease from a high of 173 patients back on Nov. 30.. Other visitor guidelines remain in place. They are: Q Emergency Department: One visitor who must remain in the patient’s room for the duration of the visit. Q Inpatient at end-of-life: Two visitors. Q Pediatrics, inpatient and outpatient: Two parents or guardians. Q Surgery or procedure, inpatient and outpatient: One visitor in the waiting room only for the duration of the surgery or

procedure. Q Passavant Area Hospital’s transitional care unit: Visitation is restricted to essential individuals according to Illinois Department of Public Health regulations. Q Outpatient services: Patients receiving outpatient services are encouraged to come alone when possible or have visitors wait outside until their services are complete. Q For ambulatory medical services (Memorial Physician Services, Memorial ExpressCare and DMH Medical Group), Members of the same household may accompany a patient with an appointment. One non-household support person may accompany a patient with an appointment. Q Patients with intellectual or developmental disabilities or cognitive impairments: One support person. “We understand that these visitor restriction have been challenging for patients and their families, but our first priority has been to keep our patients and our frontline healthcare workers safe from this virus,� Dr. Raj Govindaiah, senior vice president and chief medical officer for Memorial Health System, said. “As our numbers for positive test results for COVID-19 go down and as we are seeing fewer patients in our hospitals, we are able to ease our visitor restrictions,� he said. “However, it’s vital that we all remain vigilant by wearing our masks, watching our distance, washing our hands and avoiding large gatherings.� Memorial Health System’s hospitals also provide patients with devices for video calls when in-person visitation is not possible.

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT SCOTT COUNTY - IN PROBATE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ARTHUR F. CAPPS, Deceased. 2021-P-1 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION - CLAIMS - INDEPENDENT REPRESENTATIVE Notice is given of the death of Arthur F. Capps, of Winchester, Illinois. /HWWHUV RI RIÂżFH ZHUH LVVXHG on January 6, 2021, to Freddie $QGUHZV -U :HVW &URVV :LQFKHVWHU ,/ ZKRVH attorney is Bellatti, Fay, Bellatti & Beard, LLP, 816 West State Street, Jacksonville, Illinois 62650. 7KH HVWDWH ZLOO EH DGPLQLVWHUHG ZLWKRXW FRXUW VXSHUYLVLRQ unless under Section 28-4 (Ill. &RPS 6WDW &KDS $FW 5, Sect. 28-4) of the Illinois 3UREDWH $FW DQ\ LQWHUHVWHG SHUVRQ WHUPLQDWHV LQGHSHQGHQW DGPLQLVWUDWLRQ DW DQ\ WLPH E\ PDLOLQJ RU GHOLYHULQJ D SHWLWLRQ WR WHUPLQDWH WR WKH &OHUN RI WKH Court. &ODLPV DJDLQVW WKH HVWDWH PD\ EH ÂżOHG LQ WKH RIÂżFH RI WKH &OHUN of the Court at the Scott County &RXUWKRXVH (DVW 0DUNHW Street, Winchester, Illinois RU ZLWK WKH UHSUHVHQWDWLYH RU ERWK RQ RU EHIRUH -XO\ RU LI PDLOLQJ RU GHOLYHU\ RI D QRWLFH IURP WKH UHSUHVHQWDWLYH LV UHTXLUHG E\ 6HFWLRQ RI WKH ,OOLQRLV 3UREDWH $FW the date stated in the notice. $Q\ FODLP QRW ÂżOHG RQ RU EHIRUH WKDW GDWH LV EDUUHG &RSLHV RI D FODLP ÂżOHG ZLWK WKH &OHUN PXVW EH PDLOHG RU GHOLYHUHG WR WKH representative and to the attorQH\ ZLWKLQ GD\V DIWHU LW KDV EHHQ ÂżOHG Dated: January 6, 2021 )UHGGLH $QGUHZV -U Independent Executor of the Estate of Arthur F. Capps, Deceased, By: Bellatti, Fay, Bellatti & Beard, LLP Daniel J. Beard, of counsel

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