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Mike Beswick, Ronald L. Garwick, Gloria Grams, Maxine M. Hoerler, donald Kenneth Jensen, Ronald Eugene Weimer / 4

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Two trumpeter swans fly above the Mississippi River near Fulton on March 1. Migrating birds are starting to arrive along the Mississippi River flyway as warmer temperatures come to the region.

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Ice begins to break up on the Mississippi River on March 1 just north of Lock & Dam 13 near Fulton.

City Council hears plan for duplex/townhouse construction

By ANAKIN WESTON Shaw Local News Network correspondent

FULTON – Ryan Eissens of Eissens Construction presented a plan for duplex and townhouse construction on the Unity property between 10th and 11th avenues during the Fulton City Council meeting Feb. 24.

The properties are planned to be 12 two-bedroom homes. The houses will be 1,200 square units and are set to be sold, not rented. In his proposal, Eissens asked for the city to put in a road with a deadend on the West End for the properties, which will be considered during the next council meeting.

Developer Dan Dolan addressed the

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Carolyn Mark Home to be subject of March 5 Wild Winter Wednesday

FULTON – Susan Rogers, manager of the Carolyn Mark Home in Mt. Carroll, will be the speaker at the March 5 Wild Winter Wednesday presented by the Windmill Volunteer Educators at the Windmill Cultural Center.

The Carolyn Mark Home strives toward maintaining the beautiful home while creating the best possible lifestyle for the women who call the mansion home. Rogers will share the mission of Carolyn Mark along with the beautiful architecture of the building.

Doors open at 8:30 a.m. for coffee, hot cider and mill treats. The program begins about 9:20 a.m.

The program is free and open to the public. If River Bend schools are closed or delayed because of a weather condition, the program will be canceled.

council regarding his plans for the construction of a cafe. He requested a Class-B1 license to set up a gaming room and alcohol.

In addition, Dolan reported his team is three weeks from its first harvest at the Cultivation Center.

In addition to the appointment of Chad Hermes as chief of police and Eric Sikkema to city administrator, Aley Hamling has been named business manager. Her duties will include payroll, bookkeeping and benefit administration for the city. Logan Foster has begun work as assistant to the public works director.

In other action, the council:

• Voted to approve the resolution for

Free community meals on Wednesdays in Fulton

FULTON – Free community meals, known as The Table, will be offered from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. every Wednesday at CrossView Church, 703 14th Ave. in Fulton.

The upcoming menu: March 5: Spaghetti bake, tossed salad, Jimmy John’s bread, cuties, assorted desserts

March 12: Sausage, pepperoni and cheese pizzas, bread sticks, tossed salad, assorted desserts

March 19: Pulled pork sandwiches, chips, baked beans, applesauce, dessert

March 26: Sloppy Joes, chips, vegetable sticks, apples, assorted desserts

If River Bend schools are canceled because of a weather condition, The Table also is canceled.

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maintenance under the Illinois Highway Code.

• Approved a motion for the purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet truck for the police department to the total of $71,000.

• Approved a motion to vacate the alley on Sixth Avenue for the Ron Baker property.

• Approved a motion to approve a zoning appeal petition for Paul and Michele Figie on Fourth Street for an accessory building.

The council also discussed the ongoing Marina appraisal. After months of waiting, Sikkema reported an appraiser has been contacted and will be arriving March 4 to meet with the council to begin work.

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Susan Rogers, manager of the Carolyn Mark Home in Mt. Carroll, will be the speaker at Wild Winter Wednesday on March 5.

Earleen Hinton

Here’s who’s on the April ballot in Whiteside County

By BRANDON CLARK bclark@shawmedia.com

STERLING – There still is time to cast an early vote before the Tuesday, April 1, consolidated election in Whiteside County.

But before you head to the polls, here is a look at the candidates and the seats they are running for:

Albany

Village president: Jerry Anglese and John (Jack) Seifert

Village clerk: Deanne Anglese

Village trustee (vote for no more than three): Joyce M. Tegeler, Richard (Floyd) Boston, Robert Griffis, Pamela L. Piersol, Timothy Alan McDonald and Robert J. Bradshaw Jr.

Township supervisor: Daniel Bitler

Township clerk: Meridee Bitler

Township highway commissioner: No candidate

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Larry Tiesman and Raymond Churchill

Library trustee (for a six-year term): No candidate

Library trustee (for an unexpired four-year term): Kayla Leu

Bureau Valley

Community School District 340 Board members (for a full four-year term): Jason Van Landuit

Chadwick

Library trustee (vote for no more than three): Aimee Marruffo, Wendy Houzenga and Laurel Allspaugh

Chadwick-Milledgeville Community School District 399 Board members (for a full four-year term) (vote for a total of four):

• Township 23 Range 6: Adam W. Drinkall and Sarah Engelkens

• Township 24 Range 5: Correy Rahn

Clyde Township

Township supervisor: Jean Ridley

Township clerk: Lisa M. Wiersema

Township highway commissioner: Scott Weets

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Jason Hook, Ray Peterson and Harvey P. Tegeler

Coleta

Village president: Randolph (Randy) Engelbarts

Village clerk: Kendra Harrington

Village trustee (vote for no more than three): Edward Harrington and Zachary

School District 1 Board members (for a full four-year term) (vote for a total of four):

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Steve Heun, Scott A. Reynolds, Gregg Pessman and Steve Bull

Cheshier

Coloma Township

Township supervisor: Kristine Dobbs

Township clerk: No candidate

Township assessor: David Hand

Township highway commissioner: Ruthie Rogers and Wayne Eikenberry

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Becky Williamson, Donna Ackland, Marlene Detweiler-Flynn, George Kelly and Brian Stillman

Park commissioner (vote for no more than two): Kyle Hacker and Brad Leuschke

East Coloma-Nelson Elementary School District 20 Board members (for an unexpired two-year term): write-in

East Coloma-Nelson Elementary School District 20 Board members (for a full four-year term) (vote for four): Michael J. Schumacher, Vincent Lombardo, Chris D. Buikema and Jaime Vos

Deer Grove

Village president: Michael Masini

Village trustee (vote for no more than two): Michael D. Bass and Michelle Cooney

Erie

Village president: Carla Jaquet

Village clerk: Michelle Misfeldt

Village trustee (for a four-year term) (vote for no more than three): Tara Kapple, William Berk and Lukas Jepson

Trustee (for an unexpired two-year term): Michelle Blackmer

Township supervisor: Vicki (VanHamme) Fontenoy

Township clerk: Catherine A. Temple

Township assessor: No candidate

Township highway commissioner: Rodney Cady

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Michael Winckler, Thomas Border and Jeff Classen

Library trustee (for a six-year term) (vote for no more than two): Cynthia J. Wolf and Matthew J. Newton

Library trustee (for an unexpired four-year term): Paul Drummond

• Township 20N Range 3E: Shelly Punke and Jason Norman

• Township 19N Range 4E: Keith R. Morgan

• Township 20N Range 2E: Lance M. Coers

Fenton Township

Township supervisor: John Reisenbigler

Township clerk: Liane Ashdown

Township highway commissioner: Alan Blasdell

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Loren D. Gabriel, John D. Kruthoff, Anthony H. Mickley and Rob L. Wiebenga

Fulton

Mayor: Shane Michael Malone and Keith King

City clerk: Tori Wade

1st Ward alderperson: No candidate

2nd Ward alderperson: Amanda S. Burggraaf

3rd Ward alderperson: Sue VanKampen

4th Ward alderperson: Kathleen Suehl

Township supervisor: David J. Jindrich

Township clerk: Brenda J. Woods

Township assessor: Heidi Kolk

Township highway commissioner: Justin Knott

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Ronald Pessman, Kathy Montgomery and Jean Wilkin

Library trustee for Schmaling Memorial Public Library District (for a sixyear term): Mary Kiger

Library trustee (for an unexpired four-year term): No candidate

Library trustee (for an unexpired two-year term): No candidate

River Bend Community School District 2 Board members (for a full fouryear term)(vote for a total of three):

• Township 22N Range 3E: Jane Orman-Luker and Kyle A. Folk

• Township 21N Range 2E: Daniel Portz

• Township 21N Range 3E: Travis Temple

Garden Plain Township

Township supervisor: LaVerne Sterenberg

Township clerk: Brenda Harris

Township highway commissioner: Roland Vander Eide

Geneseo

Community School District 228 Board members (for a full four-year term) (vote for a total of four):

• Township 17N Range 3E: Tyler J. Robertson, Casey Disterhoft and Jackie Mickley

• Township 17N Range 4E: Kane Causemaker

Genesee Township

Township supervisor: Kenneth A. Reins and Richard Koch

Township clerk: Pamela M. McKenna

Township highway commissioner: Duane Trobaugh

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Steve Elgin, Shari Giffin, Paul Giffin, Theresa Koch, Keith Engelkens and Katie McCoy

Hahnaman Township

Township supervisor: Douglas Wetzell

Township clerk: Kimberly A. Egan

Township highway commissioner: Logan Henrekin and Harry Guither

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Matthew S. Henrekin, Douglas R. Egan, James C. Henrekin and Joshua J. Green

Hopkins Township

Township supervisor: No candidate

Township clerk: No candidate

Township highway commissioner: Clint Know

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Justin Schaver, David Twining, Mary Downes and Scott Fluck

Hume Township

Township supervisor: Curtis D. Cruse

Township clerk: Robbin H. Sanders

Township highway commissioner: Matt Cunniff

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Larry D. Helms, Paul R. Wetzell, Dustin L. Sandrock and Paul J. Cunniff

Jordan Township

Township supervisor: Cherl Miller

Township clerk: Cindy Book

Township highway commissioner: Kerry Carbaugh

MIKE BESWICK

Born: March 4, 1950 in Morrison, IL

Died: February 19, 2025 in Myrtle Beach, SC

MIKE BESWICK, 74, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at Grand Strand Medical Center in Myrtle Beach, SC. A visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday, February 28, 2025, at the Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home. His funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Our Savior

RONALD EUGENE WEIMER

Born: August 11, 1950 in Morrison, IL

Died: February 24, 2025 in Morrison, IL

RONALD EUGENE WEIMER, 74, of Morrison, IL, died on Monday, February 24, 2025, at his home. A visitation will be held from 2:00 to 5:00 pm on Sunday on March 2, 2025, at the Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home. His funeral service will be held at 10:00 am on Monday, March 3, 2025, at the Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, with Pastor Steve Harmon, pastor of Kingdom Life Community Church in Morrison, IL. Interment will be at Fenton Cemetery in Fenton, IL. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established to the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital. Ron was born August 11, 1950 in Morrison, IL, to Glen Everett & Edith Mae (Blasdell) Weimer. Ron was educated in the Erie Grade

Lutheran Church in Sterling, IL, with Rev. Philip Heuser, pastor at Our Savior Lutheran Church, officiating. Cremation rites will be accorded following the service. A memorial has been established to Christ Lutheran School in Sterling, IL.

Mike was born March 4, 1950, in Morrison, IL, to Richard H. & Grace L. (Bartz) Beswick. He attended Morrison Grade Schools and graduated from Morrison High School in 1968. On November 24, 1967, he married Mary Stern, in West Eli, MO. Mike was employed at GE for over 40 years. A devoted member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Sterling, IL, Mike found great joy in his faith and community. He was a former member of the Morrison Country Club and Lake Erie Country Club in Erie. A man

of many interests, Mike loved woodworking, gardening, and yardwork. He had a lifelong love for sports and was an avid reader who never missed his daily crossword and Sudoku puzzles. Playing cards with family and friends was one of his favorite pastimes. Above all, he treasured the time spent with his grandchildren, always offering his support, wisdom, and warmth. For 15 wonderful years, he and Mary enjoyed wintering in Myrtle Beach, making countless memories together. Mike was a devoted husband, father, bapa, brother, and friend. He was always there to lend a helping hand—whether it was home renovations, homework help, or simply offering a listening ear. His kindness, patience, and generosity touched the lives of all who knew him.

Survivors include his wife, Mary; two daughters, Michelle Fuller of Rockton, IL and Melinda (Rocco) Todaro of Rockford, IL; special family, Tim (Jamie) Dauphin of Morrison, IL; eight grandchildren, Ethan and Jacob Fuller, Brianna (Matt) Leibham, Nicholas Todaro, and Samantha Todaro, and Riley, Thomas and Olivia (Ov) Dauphin; two great-grandchildren, Eloise & Rosalie Leibham; two sisters, Kathleen (Robert) Barsema of Fulton, IL and Sandra Ludington of Amarillo, TX; two brothers, William (Barbara) Beswick and John (Jodi) Beswick both of Morrison, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents. To send online condolences go to www. bosmarenkes.com

MAXINE M. HOERLER

Born: January 29, 1931 in Moline, IL

Died: December 6, 2024 in Normal, IL

Born: January 29, 1931 in Moline, IL

Died: December 6, 2024 in Normal, IL

Maxine Marie Hoerler, 93, of Normal, Illinois, formerly Erie, Illinois, died on December 6, 2024 in Normal.

RONALD L. GARWICK

Ronald L. Garwick, 88, of Oro Valley, AZ, formerly of Morrison, IL, passed on Monday, February 24, 2025 .

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 14th at the Erie United Methodist Church. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Private burial will be at the Erie Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Erie United Methodist Church or Erie Fire & Ambulance Department.

Arrangements entrusted to Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, Morrison, IL. Additional information: www.bosmarenkes.com.

Maxine was born January 29, 1931 in Moline, Illinois, the oldest daughter of Karl and Helen (Wongstrom) Lindgren. She married Donald Burns Hoerler on October 6, 1951 in Swedona, IL. Maxine graduated from Moline

Schools and was a 1968 graduate of Erie High School. During his senior year, he pursued auto mechanics at the Whiteside Area Vocational Center. Ron’s first paying gig was pulling weeds from his dad’s fields for a penny each. He then watched the local pool hall in Erie for several years before doing oil changes, washing windshields, and pumping gas at the local Phillips 66. Ron spent one summer with Weaver’s Sandblasting and spent four years working at Cordova Dragway. He would start the “christmas tree”, paint telephone poles white, and relay times via phone and walkie talkies. He worked for Bun Austin Chevrolet in Sterling for 38 years as a parts manager before transitioning to Brents Upholstery for six months, where he remained until his retirement in 2007. In addition, Ron and his son Todd opened up a sports memorabilia shop, R & T Sports Unlimited, on Main Street for several years. On November 25, 1971, he married Genevieve “Genny” Snyder in Fenton, IL. Ron had also accepted Jesus in Chicago and was later baptized at the Baptist Church in Morrison. He was a devoted member of

MAXINE M. HOERLER

Born: January 29, 1931 in Moline, IL

Died: December 6, 2024 in Normal, IL

Maxine Marie Hoerler, 93, of Normal, Illinois, formerly Erie, Illinois, died on December 6, 2024 in Normal.

MAXINE M. HOERLER

Born: January 29, 1931 in Moline, IL

Died: December 6, 2024 in Normal, IL

Maxine Marie Hoerler, 93, of Normal, Illinois, formerly Erie, Illinois, died on December 6, 2024 in Normal.

Lutheran Hospital’s School of Nursing and worked 32 years at Morrison Community Hospital as a Registered Nurse. She was an active member of Erie United Methodist Church and served as a Parish Nurse for 20 years. Maxine lived on the Hoerler Family farm for 70 years and transformed the house and property throughout the years. Her greatest joy was spending time with her children, grandchildren and great- grandchildren, attending their life events and celebrating their achievements.

GLORIA GRAMS

Gloria Grams, 82, of Morrison, IL, passed on February 28, 2025.

Arrangements entrusted to Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, Morrison. Additional information: www.bosmarenkes.com.

Maxine is survived by her children, Karen (Frank) Slabe, Normal, IL; Craig (Susy) Hoerler, West Des Moines, IA; Linda Sardone, Warwick, RI; grandchildren, Jennifer Slabe and David (Michelle) Slabe; great-grandchildren, Taylor Slabe and Savannah Sardone. She was preceded in death by her parents, Husband, Donald B. Hoerler, sisters Norma Jean Cooper and Virginia Stewart, brother, Kenneth Lindgren, sonin-law, Francis Sardone and daughter-in-law, Jenny Boyer. Share a memory or condolence at www.gibsonbodefh.com.

Kingdom Life Community Church. Ron’s passion was being a devoted father to his two sons, Justin and Todd. He supported them both through many activities and bonding experiences. An active community member, he helped establish the Farmers’ Market and organized car shows in Morrison and Erie. He also served on the board of NICIL in Rock Falls, IL, and was deeply involved with the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Among his friends and neighbors, he was affectionately known as the “Mayor of Unionville.” Ron had a passion for collecting, amassing an array of coins, hats, license plates, Hot Wheels, die cast cars, Pepsi and Chevrolet memorabilia. He enjoyed shooting pool, board games, chess, and card games, and he was a dedicated NASCAR and Dallas Cowboys fan. In 2016, his family arranged a once-in-a-lifetime trip to AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX, where he saw the Cowboys defeat the Eagles—a memorable event he enjoyed reminiscing about. He had a lifelong love for drag racing and closely followed Arnie Beswick’s career. One of his greatest personal achievements was restoring his

white 1951 Chevy pickup truck. However, his most cherished role was being a grandfather. He took immense pride in his grandchildren’s accomplishments, always sharing their stories with enthusiasm and love. Ron’s resilience and positive spirit were an inspiration. Diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy at the age of 10, he never let it limit his ambitions. Even when he became reliant on a wheelchair in 1983, he continued to live life to the fullest and encouraged others to do the same.

Survivors include his son and daughter-inlaw: Todd & Lisa (Dalton) Weimer of Sycamore, IL;

Maxine Marie Hoerler, 93, of Normal, Illinois, formerly Erie, Illinois, died on December 6, 2024 in Normal. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 14th at the Erie United Methodist Church. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Private burial will be at the Erie Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Erie United Methodist Church or Erie Fire & Ambulance Department.

two granddaughters, Quinn Avery and Andie Ainsley Weimer; one grandson, Asher Graham Weimer;

one brother-in-law, Michael Steimle of Erie, IL. Ron will also be missed by many close friends and extended family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Justin Ronald Weimer; one sister, Linda Steimle.

To send online condolences go to www. bosmarenkes.com

Maxine is survived by her children, Karen (Frank) Slabe, Normal, IL; Craig (Susy) Hoerler, West Des Moines, IA; Linda Sardone, Warwick,

DONALD KENNETH JENSEN

Donald Kenneth Jensen, 76, of Fulton, IL, passed on Monday, February 24, 2025.

Arrangements entrusted to Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, Fulton, IL. Additional information: www.bosmarenkes.com.

Slabe and Savannah Sardone. She was preced-ginia Stewart, brother, Kenneth Lindgren, sonJenny Boyer. Share a memory or condolence at

MAXINE M. HOERLER

Morrison Scholastic Bowl team places first at Masonic sectional

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Morrison High School’s Scholastic Bowl team achieved a first-place finish at the Masonic Sectional on Feb. 22 at Prophetstown High School.

Morrison won all five matches, defeating Amboy 310-80, Fulton 280-160, Erie-Prophetstown 240-200, Eastland 250170 and Ashton-Franklin Center 300-160.

Ashton-Franklin Center finished second, followed by Erie-Prophetstown and Fulton.

Morrison advanced to the Illinois Masonic Academic Bowl state tournament, which will be Saturday, March 8, at Bloomington High School.

Morrison’s team consists of Violet Mills, Blaine Williams, Quinn Blevins, Shawn Simpson, Daniel Melton and Logan Peavy. The team’s participation in the Illinois Masonic Academic Bowl was underwritten by Dunlap Lodge 321 in downtown Morrison.

“I would like to thank all of the parents and relatives who turned out on Feb. 22 to support Morrison’s team,” Coach Brian Bartoz said. “I’d also like to recog-

nize Dunlap Lodge 321 in Morrison for paying the team’s $150 entry fee to compete in the Illinois Masonic Academic Bowl and for offering its encouragement each year. Tournament director Herman Albers, members of Masonic lodges across Illinois and coach Emily Higgins and coach Dana Murphy at Prophetstown High School invested a great deal

of time and effort to ensure a successful competition on Saturday, as did coaches who hosted the tournament at sites across Illinois. I’d also like to thank all of the volunteers at Prophetstown High School who served as moderators, scorekeepers, timekeepers, office staff and pizza pickup volunteers on Saturday.”

For the 2024-25 season, Morrison has a

43-13 record.

“I’m very pleased with the team’s performance this season,” Bartoz said. “Our players this season have more knowledge in their noggins than just about any group I’ve worked with during the past eight years. I don’t know how they know everything that they know, but I’m glad that they do.”

Photo provided by Brian Bartoz

Morrison Scholastic Bowl team members pose with Wade Kaufman (center) of Dunlap Lodge 321. Pictured (from left) are Daniel Melton, Blaine Williams, Quinn Blevins, Violet Mills, Logan Peavy and Shawn Simpson.

Fulton officials debating turning downtown street into one-way

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FULTON – More parking spots and a safer thoroughfare are two reasons Fulton officials are considering transforming Fourth Street into a one-way street.

As part of its ongoing debate regarding one-way or two-way traffic construction, the Fulton City Council presented two video models showing the change from two-way traffic to one-way traffic.

The city also issued the following statement last week:

City of Fulton Traffic Update: Fourth Street Traffic Flow

“The city of Fulton front office and council members have heard your concerns about whether Fourth Street should remain a two-way street or revert to a one-way. Our goal in determining traffic flow is to enhance downtown accessibility and safety.

“Keeping Fourth Street a two-way street has its limitations. Parking will remain limited and to accommodate larger vehicles, we would need to adjust the angle of each parking stall resulting in the loss of additional parking spots.

This means that maintaining the current traffic flow would not fully address the parking challenges downtown.

“After much discussion, we are still considering returning Fourth Street to a one-way street. The primary factor in this decision is safety. Visibility at inter-

sections is a concern, particularly when large vehicles are parked along the street. Backing out of parking spaces can also be difficult when sightlines are obstructed by SUVs or pickup trucks.

“Another key consideration is parking availability. Converting Fourth

Street to a one-way street would create 16 additional parking spots. While adding a parking lot has been discussed, this would require identifying a willing property owner and ensuring fiscal responsibility to taxpayers.

“Sidewalk width and accessibility are also important. ADA compliance requires sidewalks to be at least five feet wide, and with existing streetlight bases, the minimum clear passage space is already at this limit. While narrowing sidewalks was considered, the consensus is to maintain at least a 7-foot width to balance pedestrian accessibility and downtown aesthetics.

“We recognize the importance of this decision and are committed to making the best choice for our community. Your input is valuable! We encourage all residents and business owners to share their thoughts on this matter. Please submit your feedback by March 10 through email at info@cityoffulton.us.

“Thank you for helping us shape the future of downtown Fulton. We appreciate your engagement and will continue working to improve safety, accessibility and parking for all.”

Earleen Hinton

Fulton city officials are considering making Fourth Street a one-way street through the downtown.

1975: Steamers capture regional basketball championship

60 years

March 3, 1965

At the City Council meeting, members voted to accept a dedication from Mr. and Mrs. Henry Balk to the city of a parcel of land that will permit the extension of 17th Street from Ninth Avenue to Cattail Road.

With bids to be opened within the next few weeks on the new Harbor Crest Home, members of the board of directors at a meeting voted to intensify the effort to sell bonds to complete the financing of the original structure. The board is offering 51/2 percent bonds to raise funds to be added to the more than $100,000 in contributions to pay for constructing a 49-bed home for the aged that will cost about $250,000.

50 years

March 5, 1975

The City Council rejected recommendations from Stanley consultants for sharply increased sewage rates for Fulton residents and insisted that a much more modest increase be approved to help pay for the city’s new sewage treatment plant. The city has prepared an alternate plan, worked up with the assistance of the Northern Illinois Council of Public Affairs. The plan calls for a smaller sewage rate increase.

The Fulton Steamers captured the regional basketball championship with a big 61-53 come-from-behind win over the Morrison Mustangs. The game, described by many fans as the finest high school game they have seen this year, was as close as it could be for three quarters with the score tied 16-16 after the first quarter, 30-30 at the half and Morrison leading 43-42 at the end of the third quarter.

40 years

March 6, 1985

Douglas Sikkema, the owner of Sikkema Home Improvement who has operated a home building and general carpentry service for the past several years, has formed a new company called Energy co Alternatives. The new business will be operated in conjunction with his building service. Energy co Alternatives was formed to help homeowners save on energy costs for heating and cooling.

Mayor Harold Huizenga announced plans at the City Council meeting for development of a city owned triangular tract of 7.8 acres bordered by 14th Avenue and Highway 136. A retail row of six to eight stores including a convenience store, a fast food outlet and several other businesses are projected. At

least 75 jobs are expected to be created.

30 years

March 1, 1995

Terry Bielema, owner of Bielema Shoe Service, has decided to close his shoe repair shop and Red Wing shoe sales department. Mr. Bielema and his wife, Kathy, operate the business at the River City Mall on the east end of 10th Avenue.

Eric Maitland, a meteorologist for KWQC Channel 6 News in Davenport, Iowa, was a visitor to the fourth grade classroom at Albany Grade School. The students studied measuring weather. After his presentation, Maitland stayed and had lunch with the students.

20 years

March 2, 2005

Fulton fire and ambulance services were called to a suspicious fire at the former J.T. Cullen plant. When firefighters arrived on the scene they were faced with thick smoke and an unknown origin of fire. Because of the potential for a hazardous situation with the storage of chemicals in the building, Thomson, Albany, Cordova and Morrison were called to assist. Three juveniles were taken into custody after the fire. They later were

released to their parents.

Members of the City Council met with members of the Heritage Canyon Foundation to discuss a possible merger of the Heritage Canyon into city of Fulton property holdings. The foundation would gift the about 12 acres of land that make up Heritage Canyon to the city.

10 years

March 4, 2015

In a 7-1 vote, the City Council decided to exercise its repurchase option and buy back property sold to Jeffery and Carla Zajicek in November 2013. The property is located in Fulton’s industrial area on the south side of 22nd Avenue. The property was sold for and will be bought back for $32,865.

The Albany Police Department investigated an incident regarding suspicious activity that occurred at 3:40 p.m. Feb. 27 in the 100 block of North Bluff Street. A number of students got off the bus and headed north on North Bluff St. A 6-year-old was approached by a man who asked the boy to come to his vehicle. The boy was startled and replied, “No.” The man ran toward the boy and the boy took off running north. The man returned to his vehicle and left the area.

Sjogren syndrome is an autoimmune disease that causes dry mouth, dry eyes

Sjogren syndrome is a disease that causes significant dry mouth and dry eyes. It is part of the family conditions know as autoimmune disease.

These conditions occur when your body’s immune system attacks your own cells and tissues.

In its mildest form, there may not be any symptoms, but it may affect organs such as the bowel, joints, kidneys, lungs and even central nervous system.

YOUR HEALTH

Stephen D. Harrison, M.D.

It is one of the more common autoimmune conditions and typically affects women in their 40s and early 50s. Sometimes it is associated with other autoimmune disorders

such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. There is no known specific cause.

In its classic presentation, those with Sjogren syndrome feel their eyes are gritty or itchy along with dry mouth. Occasionally, there is trouble swallowing or eating dry food and sometimes speaking.

Arthritis may occur in up to three-quarters of the patients and cavities also are common because of the

decreased saliva.

There is no cure for the condition but one may get artificial tears and saliva substitutes to help with the symptoms.

Sometimes certain medicines may help your body make more tears and saliva.

The condition typically is lifelong and is supported by the Sjogren’s Foundation, whose website is sjogrens.org.

McCombie files to end Illinois’ CWD sharpshooting program

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SAVANNA – State Rep. Tony McCombie is providing an update to constituents in Illinois’ 89th House District on chronic wasting disease, a fatal disease of the central nervous system in deer and elk.

Since its first detection in a northwest Boone County deer in 2002, state efforts to manage the disease have had a lasting impact, especially in McCom -

bie’s legislative district, she said. As a result, McCombie has filed a legislative package to produce state-based solutions.

identified legislation that represents our community’s voice and will make significant change,” McCombie said.

Based on feedback from residents, McCombie is advancing the following measures:

• End the CWD sharpshooting program entirely (HB 3858)

allowing special deer, turkey and combination hunting licenses for landowners with at least 20 acres in counties where CWD has been identified (HB 2340) McCombie is urging constituents to stay involved in the issue. To date, two of the bills – HB 2339 and HB 2340 –have moved forward.

State Rep. Tony McCombie, R-Savanna

“Input from residents has been the driving force behind my efforts to address chronic wasting disease. Because of this feedback, I have

• Automatically phase out the sharpshooting program in any area that has not had a confirmed CWD case in three years (HB 2339)

• Encourage responsible hunting by

“Our community knows what is best, and I am relying on the voices from local residents to help me forge the path forward and ensure we reach a suitable outcome,” McCombie said.

YWCA Clinton Iowa announces Woman of Achievement honorees

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CLINTON, Iowa – YWCA Clinton Iowa announced the 2025 honorees for the 52nd annual YWCA Woman of Achievement Awards. Honorees are:

• Kaylee Moeller, Young Woman of Achievement

• Mary Jo Nier, Professional Woman of Achievement

• Liz Estilow, Community Woman of Achievement

• Mary Connell, County Woman of Achievement

• Cindy Holliday, Religious Woman of Achievement

• Fulton Dental Associates, Business of Achievement

• Connie Vulich and Stephanie Sommers, Unsung Heroes/YWCA Honorees

Nominations are open to the public and voted on by the YWCA Clinton board of directors and previous Woman of Achievement honorees.

“These extraordinary, kind women inspire commitment with their uplifting hearts and caring actions. They truly embody the meaning of community,” YWCA marketing coordinator Jen Bruce said.

The YWCA will be recognizing the

2025 honorees at the 52nd annual Woman of Achievement Awards from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 27, at the Tuscany Event Center at Rastrelli’s. Tickets can be bought at ywcaclinton.org/woa or by calling the YWCA Clinton front desk at 563-242-2110, ext. 300.

For more information, contact Sarah Salstrom at 563-242-2110, ext. 106 or development@ywcaclinton.org.

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USAID freeze shutters soybean lab on University of Illinois campus

By TOM C. DORAN tdoran@shawmedia.com

URBANA – The Soybean Innovation Lab will close April 15 because of a federal funding stoppage for the U.S. Agency for International Development.

The Soybean Innovation Lab is part of USAID’s Feed the Future initiative to help bring research-based innovation, tools and technologies to develop soybean production.

The lab’s soybean development portfolio supports activities across 44 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, Europe, Oceania and the Americas.

Formed in 2011, the lab provides researchers and organizations with resources to advance soybean development. The lab operates in partnership with the University of Illinois and is located on campus.

of Missouri.

“Today is a dark day when once there were so many winners,” Peter Goldsmith, Soybean Innovation Lab director and principal investigator, said via LinkedIn.

Thirty staff members were laid off as a result of the funding freeze.

ment,” Goldsmith said.

Several other land-grant universities also contribute to the lab, including Iowa State University, Mississippi State University and the University

“These individuals are not only unique experts in the field of tropical soybean, but also close colleagues and friends who are now unexpectedly out of work. The land-grant system now loses 19 crown jewel innovation labs across 17 states that delivered high and measurable impact on very little invest-

“U.S. soybean farmers lose one of their best tools to expand their markets and U.S. standards globally. Local economies in emerging markets lose soybean as an incomparable engine growing wealth, prosperity and economic development. International security is a loser as local populations now fall back into poverty, unrest and migration due to greater food insecurity. U.S. influence loses as innovation labs operate on the ground in direct collaboration with hundreds of local businesses, organizations and governments building strong and lasting friendships.”

Thomson inmate sentenced to additional 9 years for assaulting another inmate

By CHARLENE BIELEMA cbielema@shawmedia.com

ROCKFORD – A federal inmate has been sentenced to an additional nine years in prison for assaulting another inmate.

U.S. District Judge Iain D. Johnston on Monday, Feb. 24, sentenced Julian Breal to nine years in prison to be served consecutively to the sentence he currently is serving in the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

According to a news release, Breal was incarcerated in 2022 at the Federal

Correctional Institution in Thomson where he repeatedly kicked and punched the other inmate for several minutes, causing serious injuries.

The victim was transported to an outside hospital for treatment, which included surgery, according to the release.

A jury last year convicted Breal, 47, of assault causing serious bodily injury.

The sentence was announced by Morris Pasqual, acting United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, and Douglas S. DePodesta, Special Agent-in-Charge of the Chicago Field Office of the FBI.

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Clinton ice cream shop to be topic at March 12 program in Fulton

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FULTON – Jenifer George, an owner/operator of Carol’s Original Dairy Treat in Clinton, Iowa, will be the speaker at the March 12 Wild Winter Wednesday. The program is offered by the Windmill Volunteer Educators at the Windmill Cultural Center in Fulton.

Jenifer George, along with her husband, Dominic, are the owner/operators of Carol’s Original Dairy Treat and bring years of experience and passion to their beloved ice cream shop.

Having met while working at Dairy Queen in high school, they’ve always shared a love of all things ice cream.

“With strong family support and a deep desire to preserve a community staple, they decided to leap and continue the legacy of Carol’s Original Dairy Treat, keeping the tradition of delicious ice cream alive for all to enjoy. And we’ll have samples,” said Pam Van Zuiden, one of the program’s organizers.

Doors open at 8:30 a.m. for coffee, hot cider and mill treats. The program begins about 9:20 a.m.

The building is disability accessible.

The program is free and open to the public.

If River Bend schools are delayed or canceled because of a weather condition, the program will be canceled.

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Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Lucas Shank, Joshua Miller and Dale Pfundstein

Lyndon Village president: Tim Armstrong and Tyler Scott

Village clerk: No candidate

Village trustee (for a four-year term): Daniel (Sam) Wancket

Village trustee (for an unexpired two-year term): No candidate

Township supervisor: Michael E. Ransom

Township clerk: Alicia M. Wetzell

Township assessor: No candidate

Township highway commissioner: Joseph Caudillo

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): C. Steven Porter, Terry Gerken, Rodney Lippens and Oliver Cade Scott Sweetser

Milledgeville

Park commissioner (for a four-year term) (vote for no more than two): Sara Thorngren and Emily Miller

Park commissioner (for an unexpired two-year term): Amber Meier

Library trustee (for a six-year term) (vote for no more than three): Collin Eubanks and Jacob Ryder

Library trustee (for an unexpired four-year term): No candidate

Montmorency Township

Township supervisor: Brandon Rosengren

Township clerk: Serena Lahey

Township highway commissioner: Nathaniel Schmitt

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Rodney Wetzell, Glen L. Wicks, Donald Joseph Rosengren and Tom Wetzell

School District 145 Board members (for a full four-year term) (vote for three): Dyllan Willett, Chad Goff and Austin Lawrenz

Morrison

Mayor: Scott D. Vandermyde

City clerk: Michael W. Hemmer

1st Ward Alderperson: No candidate

2nd Ward Alderperson: Seth Buckwalter

3rd Ward Alderperson: No candidate

4th Ward Alderperson: Kevin Bruckner Jr.

Community School District 6 Board members (for an unexpired two-year term)(vote for a total of two):

• Township 21N Range 5E: Jennifer VanderMolen

• Township 22N Range 4E: Scott Folkers

Community School District 6 Board members (for a full four-year term) (vote for a total of three):

• Township 21N Range 4E: Daniel Engelkens and Dustin Damhoff

Mt. Pleasant Township

Township supervisor: Paulette Zaagman

Township clerk: Dan Kuehl

Township highway commissioner: Kent Shepard

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Ken Swanson, Sue Scott, John Dyke and Boone Brackemyer

Newton Township

Township supervisor: Jerry Norman

Township clerk: Jenny Heun

Township highway commissioner: James V. Burden and Ryon Richardson

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Steve Naftzger, Todd Dail, Mike Heun and Paul J. Rosenow

Polo

Community School District 222 Board members (for a full four-year term) (vote for a total of three):

• Township 23N Range 8E: Matt Mekeel

• Township 24N Range 8E: Kellie Call

Portland Township

Township supervisor: Rebecca Young

Township clerk: Janet Quaintance

Township highway commissioner: Phillip Watkins and Randy Rosenow

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Jack John Nowers, Steve Ryan, Neil Young and Jeff DeCap

Prophetstown

Mayor: Bruce Franks and John Leoni

City clerk: No candidate

City treasurer: Eileen Detra

1st Ward Alderperson: Larry Dessing

2nd Ward Alderperson: Terry Strike

3rd Ward Alderperson: Greg Schmitt

Township supervisor: Dennis Lawrence

Township clerk: Jeannie Richmond

Township assessor: No candidate

Township highway commissioner: Gabe Olinger

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Kyron Wagenecht and Steven Lindahl

Park commissioner: Sandra Jo Johnson

Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico

Community School District 3 Board members (for an unexpired two-year term): No candidate

CONSOLIDATED ELECTION NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at the following places to wit: PRECINCTS POLLING PLACE ADDRESS

Fulton 1 & 2 Fulton Presbyterian Church 311 N. 9th St., Fulton

Fulton 3 & 4 Fulton Presbyterian Church 311 N. 9th St., Fulton

Genesee Genesee Township Office 22725 Pilgrim Rd., Coleta

Jordan Jordan Township Office 28950 Penrose Rd., Sterling

Garden Plain Garden Plain Township Building 6110 Garden Plain Rd., Fulton

Union Grove - Ustick Kingdom Life Community Church 11429 Ward Rd., Morrison

Mt. Pleasant 1 St. Peter’s Lutheran Church 601 N. Jackson St., Morrison

Mt. Pleasant 2 & 5 United Methodist Church 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison

Mt. Pleasant 3, 4 & Clyde Odell Library Building 307 S. Madison St., Morrison

Hopkins 1 & 2 Hopkins Township Office 24719 Emerson Rd., Sterling

Sterling 1 & 2 Northland Mall Shopping Center 2900 E. Lincolnway, Sterling

Sterling 3 & 4 Center for Youth 312 E. 4th St., Sterling

Sterling 5 & 6 First Congregational Church 307 2nd Ave., Sterling

Sterling 7 & 8 Whiteside County Senior Center 1207 W. 9th St., Sterling

Sterling 9 & 14 Self Help Enterprises 2300 W. LeFevre Rd., Sterling

Sterling 10 & 15 Northland Mall Shopping Center 2900 E. Lincolnway, Sterling

Sterling 11 & 12 Bethel Reformed Church 230 E. 23rd St., Sterling

Sterling 13 & 16 St. Paul Lutheran Church 1701 16th Ave., Sterling

Sterling 17 Christian Church 3400 N. 6th Ave., Sterling

Sterling 18 Self Help Enterprises 2300 W. LeFevre Rd., Sterling

Coloma 1 & 9 Rock River Christian Center 1800 Prophet Rd., Rock Falls

Coloma 2 & 7 Rock Falls Community Youth Bldg. 601 W. 10th St., Rock Falls

Coloma 3 & 4 Rock Falls Community Youth Bldg. 601 W. 10th St., Rock Falls

Coloma 5 Coloma Twp. Park District (School) 512 E. 11th St., Rock Falls

Coloma 6 & 10 Harvest Time Bible Church 1802 Dixon Ave., Rock Falls

Coloma 8 Coloma Homes Office 401 W. 18th St., Rock Falls

Albany Albany United Methodist Church 502 1st Ave., Albany

Lyndon Lyndon Village Hall 605 W. Commercial St., Lyndon

Hume,Tampico & Reagan Community Center 202 W. 2nd St. Tampico Hahnaman

Montmorency 1 & 2 Township Building 29277 Thome Rd., Rock Falls

Erie 1 & 2 Erie Methodist Church Annex 811 8th St., Erie

Fenton, Portland, Newton Erie Methodist Church Annex 811 8th St., Erie

Prophetstown 1 Winning Wheels 701 E. 3rd St., Prophetstown

Prophetstown 2 & 3 Prophetstown Park District Gym 410 Riverside, Prophetstown

in the County of Whiteside and State of Illinois, a Consolidated Election will be held for the purpose of electing candidates for the following offices:

MUNICIPAL OFFICERS

TOWNSHIP OFFICERS

PARK DISTRICT COMMISSIONERS

PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT TRUSTEES

SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD MEMBERS

COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT TRUSTEES

REGIONAL BOARD OF SCHOOLS TRUSTEES

FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT TRUSTEES

REFERENDA - WHITESIDE COUNTY

The polls of said Consolidated Election shall be open continuously from 6:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Karen Stralow Whiteside County Clerk

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Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico Community School District 3 Board members (for a full four-year term) (vote for a total of four):

• Township 19N Range 5E: James Melton and Mallory DeMay

• Township 19N Range 6E: Whitney M. Mitchell-DeWitte

• Township 20N Range 6E: Tya M. Boucher

• Township 20N Range 5E: Katie Selburg

Rock Falls

Mayor: Rodney G. Kleckler

City clerk: Pamela J. Martinez

City treasurer: Kay M. Abner

1st Ward Alderperson: William J. Wangelin

2nd Ward Alderperson (for a fouryear term): Brian Snow, Marshall Doane and Vickey Byrd

3rd Ward Alderperson: Steven Dowd, Mary McNeill and Austin Zink

4th Ward Alderperson (for a fouryear term): Violet L. Sobottka

4th Ward Alderperson (for an unexpired two-year term): Cathy Arduini

Library trustee (vote for no more than four): Karla Portner and Beverly Julien

Rock Falls Elementary School District 13 Board members (for a full fouryear term)(vote for four): Troy Ebenezer, Shelley Chappell, Janel A. Stahr and CoDaniel M. Ahlstrand

Rock Falls Township High School

District 301 Board members (for a full four-year term) (vote for four):

• Unincorporated area: Howard F. Janssen

• Incorporated area: Matthew W. Lillpop, Cheryl Lee and Laura Oquendo

Sterling

Alderperson at large: Ryan Nares, Allen Przysucha, Kaitlyn Ekquist and Jim Wise

4th Ward Alderperson (for an unexpired two-year term: Aida Baker

Township supervisor: Angela Schneider

Township clerk: Frances Leal

Township assessor: Marcy Lawrence

Township highway commissioner: Kurt Glazier

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Thomas Ausman, Cynthia Kurpius and Marcy McGinn

Park commissioner (vote for no more than two): David C. Stutzke and Magdaline Egert

Community School District 5 Board members (for a full four-year term) (vote for two):

• Township 21N Range 7E: Tyler Holesinger, Julie K. Aitken and Savannah Mussington (two shall be elected from this township)

• The remaining congressional townships: Pamela G. Capes and David Miller (two shall be elected from these townships)

Tampico

Village commissioner: James

EARLY VOTING SCHEDULE

Early Voting for the April 1, 2025 Consolidated Election for all Whiteside County Precincts will be conducted in the Whiteside County Clerk’s Office located at 200 E. Knox Street in Morrison, beginning Thursday, February 20th through Monday, March 31st from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday and Saturday, March 29th from 9 am until noon.

Any registered voter in Whiteside County may vote during the early voting period, however, any vote cast is final, and may not be revoked, and the voter is not eligible to cast a vote on election day.

KAREN STRALOW

Whiteside County Clerk

Coleman

Township supervisor: Brian Wetzell

Township clerk: Jessie Lindskog

Township assessor: No candidate

Township highway commissioner: Gregory Cole

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): David Batten, Mitch Milnes, Larry Specht and Randy Etheridge

Union Grove Township

Township supervisor: Rick Deter

Township clerk: David Mickley

Township highway commissioner: Arnold Vegter

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): David Schaver, Paul Klount and Thomas Venhuizen

Ustick Township

Township supervisor: Scott Bechtel

Township clerk: Marc Gravert

Township highway commissioner: James Pell, Randy Smit and William Greeley

Township trustee (vote for no more than four): Andrew Toppert, Jim Pessman, Josh Dykstra, Albert Lewis, Brent Stoecker and Gale Toppert

Walnut

Park commissioner: Matthew Michlig

Library trustee (vote for no more than four): Dorian Woodbury, Kendra Jensen and Megan Haley

Multi-Township Assessor District

Multi-township assessor for Ustick

and Clyde Townships: No candidate

Multi-township assessor for Genesee, Hopkins and Jordan Townships: No candidate

Multi-township assessor for Albany and Garden Plains Townships: No candidate

Multi-township assessor for Union Grove and Mt. Pleasant Townships: No candidate

Multi-township assessor for Newton, Fenton and Portland Townships: Melody VonHolten

Multi-township assessor for Hume, Hahnaman and Montmorency Townships: No candidate

Early voting can be done until April 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Whiteside County Clerk’s Office at the Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 Knox St. in Morrison. Voters who missed this election’s registration deadline still can register at an early-voting site or their election day polling place with two forms of ID.

Black Hawk Community College District No. 503

Trustees (for a six-year term) (vote for no more than two): Douglas L. Strand, Mark Carlson, Jon A. Looney and Dougal Nelson

Sauk Valley Community College District No. 506

Trustees (for a six-year term) (vote for no more than two): David Edelbach, Tom Demmer and Danelle Burrs

Trustees (for an unexpired twoyear term): Brian Duncan

United Way introduces student board adviser position with scholarship

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ROCK FALLS – United Way of Whiteside County is announcing the launch of its new student board adviser program, offering high school juniors an opportunity to gain leadership experience while having a meaningful influence in their community.

Selected students will serve as nonvoting members on the United Way board of directors from June through May 2026, providing valuable youth perspective to the organization while developing professional skills and connections.

“This program represents our commitment to developing the next generation of community leaders,” said Keri Olson, CEO of United Way of Whiteside County. “We’re excited to bring fresh perspectives to our board while offering students real-world leadership experience and financial support for their education.”

Program highlights

Educational award: $1,000 scholarship upon successful completion of service term

Professional development: Monthly board meeting participation, mentorship from established community leaders

Community impact: Opportunity to influence local initiatives and represent youth perspectives

Networking: Build relationships with business and nonprofit leaders across Whiteside County

Time commitment: Two to three hours per month, including board meetings typically from noon to 1 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month

The program is open to high school juniors in Whiteside County who will be seniors during the 2025-26 academic year. Applicants should demonstrate leadership potential, community involvement and strong

communication skills.

Students must submit a completed application form and letter of recommendation by March 31.

Applications can be obtained online at uwwhiteside.org or from high school guidance offices throughout Whiteside County.

Final selections will be announced in May, with service beginning in June for students with summer availability.

For more information, contact United Way of Whiteside County at kolson@uwwhiteside.org or visit the United Way office at 100 W. First St., Suite A, Rock Falls.

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Crop farming has long been a big part of Michael Koster’s life, always striving to find better ways to get the most out of what he grows.

That ever-growing curiosity has led the Sterling farmer down a different path recently — but it wasn’t a dirt path.

Koster has tapped into the world of hydroponics, a soil-free system where plants are grown primarily in nutrient-rich water, and since dipping his toes in the water, he built a two-bay, gutter-connect greenhouse on his property last year, planted his first seeds in

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June, and recently begun selling a variety of his leafy greens at local markets..

Koster has grown at least 16 types of vegetables and herbs: lettuces such as regular and red buttercrunch, Batavia, bicolor oak leaf, and mini red and green romaine; as well as arugula, basil, bok choi, chives, cilantro, kale, kohlrabi, parsley, spinach and watercress.

Hydroponic growing is a more efficient way of delivering nutrients to the plants, Koster said.

“The biggest difference is that the plants are grown in water instead of soil,” Koster said. “If you put a plant in soil, the only way you can deliver nutrients is to just dump it on the soil and it becomes the plant’s responsibility to try and reach the nutrients in the soil. We put the nutrients in the water and the water is constantly going to the plant. The nutrients always are available to the plant when they need them.”

It also adds a level of comfort to customers who prefer the transparency of water-based growing, knowing exactly what’s going into their greens, as opposed to the uncertainty of unknown elements that can come from soil-based growing.

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“You’re not subject to any contaminants that’s already in the soil,” Koster said. “We’re enclosed here. When stuff is growing out in an open field, you’ll have an animal or a bird that poops on the stuff and it only gets washed off somewhat and gets sold, and that’s a common way E. coli gets into produce.”

Customers also appreciate being able to get fresh greens all year.

“It’s nice to supply the community with a fresh, clean product that you can get year-round,”

Koster said. “One of the biggest advantages we have here is the freshness at which we’re able to deliver our product to our customers. When we sell at the farmers every week, what they are buying Saturday morning had been harvested on Friday.”

Koster’s crops can be found on Saturdays at the Twin City Farmers Market in Sterling, as well as at County Market grocery stores in Sterling and Dixon, Oliver’s Corner Market in Dixon, Polo Fresh Market, and Country Lane Market in Tampico. They can also be found in restaurant kitchens at Arthur’s Garden Deli, in Dixon, Sterling, Rock Falls and Rock Island.

The climate-controlled greenhouse measures 44 feet wide by 128 feet long and can hold up to nearly 10,000 different plants. The entire system comes from Cropking of Lodi, Ohio.

The process begins on a table in a room attached to the greenhouse; seeds are planted in moistened rock wool in large trays that are placed under a clear domes and controlled lighting, where they germinate and begin to grow. A heating pad under the trays helps create humidity. While some seeds can’t wait to sprout, others are tougher to crack, especially spinach, which Koster has to nurture to get them soft enough to germinate.

one placed inside a hole on a longgrow channel panel, where they continue to take in water and grow. Utilizing a

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Koster Farms’ hydroponic crops are sold year-round at the indoor Twin City Farmers Market, 106 Ave. A in Sterling. The market is open from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday. Find @kosterfarms on Instagram, find Twin City Farmers Market on Facebook or email owner Michael Koster at mkoster14@gmail.com for more information.

until fully grown. Once plants are removed, each panel is cleaned and sanitized before taking on its next batch of budding young plants.

To ensure the water’s consistency, the system is set up with a sample pot that tests pH balance and electrical conductivity. If there’s an imbalance, an automatic system kicks in to restore normal levels.

Having control of the process makes a big difference in the quality of the greens.

“You’re definitely going to be at an advantage as to the healthiness of the crop,” Koster said. “Since we’re able to control most all aspects of the plant, we can make a lot better plants. It’s getting watered all of the time, and it’s getting all of the right nutrients all of the time. When you give a plant everything it needs, it’s going to turn into a very nice looking product.”

Koster’s wife Ally and his mother Anne help with the hydroponic business. Anne works the farmers market table in Sterling and enjoys spreading the word about hydroponics, especially how the process minimizes the environmental footprint and contributes to a greener planet.

“Overall, it’s a very clean, very good way to grow vegetables,” Koster said.

Shaw Media reporter Cody Cutter can be reached at 815-632-2532 or ccutter@shawmedia.com.

Koster’s Greenhouse grows several crops, including various varieties of lettuce, basil, watercress and spinach.

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E-P’s Michelle Naftzger, Rock Falls’ Akira Schick earn state wrestling medals

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At the March 1 girls wrestling state meet in Bloomington, Erie-Prophetstown junior Michelle Naftzger secured a fifth-place medal at 130 pounds.

Naftzger won her first match by major decision before dropping a 3-2 decision to Huntley’s Aubrie Rohrbacher. Naftzger then won a 7-2 decision and 11-1 major decision before falling 10-2 in the consolation semifinals. She met Rohrbacher again in the fifth-place match and won by medical forfeit.

Rock Falls freshman Akira Schick took sixth at 155 pounds after falling by pin in the fifth-place match to Oak Lawn senior Charvelle Mclain. Schick won three straight consolation matches after dropping her opener. Schick had wins by 18-0 technical fall and two pins to reach the fifth-place match.

Schick on Feb. 28 became the first Rock Falls female wrestler to win a match at state.

At 105 pounds, Newman’s Blair Grennan came one match from wrestling for

a medal after dropping a 10-4 decision. She won by pin in her first consolation

match after falling 20-6 in her semifinal match. The sophomore won her first match by pin.

Boys wrestling

Tolono Unity 40, Oregon 35: The Hawks fell short in the Class 1A state dual quarterfinals Feb. 28. Tolono Unity fell 33-30 to Vandalia in the March 1 semifinals. Finishing the season with a win on the mat for Oregon were Briggs Sellers by pin at 285 and Jordan Lowe by technical fall at 106. Oregon’s Josiah Perez (113), Isaiah Perez (120), Preston LaBay (126) and Nelson Benesh (132) won by forfeit.

Boys regional basketball

Riverdale falls in overtime: After setting the Rock Falls single-season scoring record in his last game, Kuitim Heald was far from finished making headlines. After the Rockets let a seven-point lead with 35 seconds left in regulation slip away to force overtime against Riverdale, Rock Falls had plenty of adversity to overcome at the Class 2A Bureau Valley Regional championship.

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Riverdale’s Aris Morgan handles the ball against Rock Falls’ Nehemiah Menendez (left) and Cole Mulnix on Feb. 28 during the Class 2A regional final at Bureau Valley High School.

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With the game tied with under five seconds to play in overtime, Rock Falls had an out-of-bounds play ready for Heald.

Swish.

Heald drilled a 3-pointer from the corner and Riverdale was unable to get a shot off with 1.5 seconds left after a timeout as Rock Falls escaped with a 61-58 overtime win.

It was Heald’s sixth 3-pointer in the game and he set the Rock Falls career mark for 3-pointers with 256. Isaiah Johnson had the previous mark of 254, which he set in 2004.

Rock Falls’ win was on track to be drama-free in regulation with the Rockets up 52-45 with 35 seconds left before Austin Castaneda was called for a technical after a foul. The senior fouled out in the process.

Riverdale freshman Colton Clark stepped up to make 3-of-4 free throws and hit two more after another Rock Falls foul to make it 52-50.

Rock Falls turned it over on another possession and Jackson Tegeler tied the game with 14 seconds left. The Rams (21-10) even had a shot to win it at

the buzzer but Cole Mulnix, as he did frequently all night, came up with a key block.

Riverdale outscored Rock Falls 19-9 in the fourth quarter to force overtime.

Rock Falls trailed by four in extra time before tying it to set up Heald’s game-winner.

“When Timmy hit that corner 3, the whole crowd just erupted with energy,” Castaneda said. “That was a great game. Credit to Riverdale. They’re a good team.”

Aris Morgan led Riverdale with 22 points and Jacob Watson had 11.

“He hit a good shot at the end,” Riverdale coach Alex Kelly said of Heald’s game-winner. “I thought our defense was OK. We were a little bit behind him. But credit to him, he hit the shot.”

Riverdale 68, Bureau Valley 59: Riverdale advanced to the Class 2A Bureau Valley Regional final, but not without some offensive fireworks by the Storm in the semifinal.

Bureau Valley (21-11), seeded sixth, scored 27 points in the fourth quarter. Elijah Endress (12 points) hit three late 3-pointers and Landon Hulsing finished the game with 20 points.

But the third-seeded Rams (21-9) always had an answer against the Lincoln Trail Conference champions.

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Riverdale scored 28 points of its own in the fourth quarter and hit 11 free throws. Paxton Kiddoo (17 points) hit five 3-pointers – one of which was a bank-shot – Aris Morgan had 20 points and Brody Clark had 13 of his 17 points in the last eight minutes.

Riverdale coach Alex Kelly expected a tough game against Bureau Valley in a loud road environment.

“We’re young. We had to kind of figure it out there,” he said. “I thought our leaders stepped up. I thought we moved the ball well against their zone. They’ve got a really good 1-3-1 that they ran and we kind of handled it pretty good.

“They’re tough, they’re a really good team, they’re well-coached. We knew we were in for a battle. ... They’ve got really good senior leadership and we knew we were in for 32 minutes.”

Eastland 50, Fulton 24: Eastland rolled to the Class 1A West Carroll Regional final as Adam Awender and Peyton Spears each scored 15 points and Parker Krogman had nine. The Cougars led 34-11 at halftime. Landen Leu led the Steamers with eight points.

Eastland 55, Sterling Newman 44: A hot start and smothering defense led to a regional title for Eastland on Feb. 28.

The Cougars hit their first four shots and Newman never recovered after

several early turnovers in the loss in the Class 1A West Carroll Regional final.

“We’re known to start slow [on offense], but defense has always traveled for us and that’s kind of what we rely on,” Eastland forward Parker Krogman said. “When you can get some defensive stops, it makes it so much easier, and then once you get those points, you can get that lead for the rest of the game.”

Eastland (29-4) built a nine-point lead in the first five minutes and never trailed. The Comets (19-15) got to within five a couple of times and trailed 27-21 at halftime.

The Cougars came out strong in the second half, dissecting Newman’s defense with aggressive cuts and precision passing. After building a 33-23 lead less than three minutes into the third quarter, the Cougars led by at least seven points the rest of the way.

The Cougars will face Dakota in a Class 1A Pecatonica Sectional semifinal on Wednesday and with a win could get another shot at top-ranked Pecatonica in the title game for the second straight season. Two of Eastland’s losses this season have come against Pecatonica, who also won that Sweet 16 game last year.

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Boys basketball regional action

Alex T. Paschal

Riverdale’s Jacob Watson handles the ball against Rock Falls’ Ryken Howard on Feb. 28 during the Class 2A regional final at Bureau Valley High School.

Earleen Hinton

Erie-Prophetstown’s Max Milem makes a move to the basket against Oregon’s Benito Olade during Class 2A regional action Feb. 24 at the Blackhawk Center in Oregon.

Earleen Hinton

Erie-Prophetstown’s Gus Schultz shoots while Oregon’s Tucker O’Brien (left) and Kade Girton defend during Class 2A regional action Feb. 24 at the Blackhawk Center in Oregon.

CHURCH LISTINGS

ALBANY

Albany United Methodist Church

502 N. 1st Avenue, 309-887-4781

Pastor Toni Lucas

St. Patrick Catholic Church 1201 N. Bluff St., Albany

Father Timothy Barr, Pastor CORDOVA

Cordova Baptist 602 Third Ave. South, Cordova

Pastor Carmen Jordan 309-654-2501 - www.cordovafbc.com

EAST MOLINE

Sycamore Baptist Church 5323 180th Street North, East Moline 309-200-2505 www.sycamorebaptistchurch.com

Wildwood Baptist Church 18717 Hubbard Road, East Moline 309-496-9397 office@ wildwoodchurch.com

Pastors Brian Smith, Andrew Robinson, Andy Thomaston and Matt Winquist

Zion Lutheran Church 17628 Hubbard Road, East Moline

Rev. Gary A. Wright - 309-496-3592

ERIE

Erie Baptist Church 8th Ave. and 11th Street, Erie Call Ron Kimball for info: 309-230-3584

Erie Christian Church 715 6th Ave., Erie, 309-659-2561

Minister: Nathan Bright Youth Minister: Aaron Sweeney www.eriechristianchurch.com

Erie Evangelical Free Church 1409 16th Ave., Erie, 309-659-7125 Website: erieefree.org

Pastor Ron Eckberg

Pastor Jonathan Eckberg

Erie United Methodist Church 811 8th Street, Erie

Pastor Tiffany Garcea - 309-659-2541 www.erieumc.org

Farmers Elevator

815-772-4029 - Morrison, IL

Rock River Lumber & Grain

815-537-5131 - Prophetstown

Frary’s Lumber & Supply 815-537-5151 - Prophetstown

Newton Zion Reformed Church 10465 Frog Pond Road, Erie

Pastor Shannon Parrish - 309-659-2464 newtonzion@frontier.com

St. Ambrose Catholic Church Corner of 5th and Main

Father David Reese Rectory Phone: 815-537-2077

Church Phone: 309-659-2781

FENTON

Fenton Methodist Church 10019 Main Street, Fenton

FULTON

Bethel Christian Reformed Church 1208 3rd Avenue, Fulton, 815-589-2501 www.bethelfulton.com bethelcrchurch@gmail.com

Pastor Jeremiah Mitchell

Sunday service is 10 a.m.

First Reformed Church

510 15th Avenue, Fulton, 815-589-2203

Pastor Charles Huckaby

Fulton Presbyterian Church

311 N. 9th St., Fulton, 815-589-3580 www.fultonpreschurch.org email: presbyterianchurchfulton@gmail.com.

Garden Plain Presbyterian Church 14915 Sands Road, Fulton

Gateway Faith Fellowship Church

701 11th Avenue, Fulton, 815-589-4283

Pastor Wayne Wiersema

Immaculate Conception Church 703 12th Avenue, Fulton, 815-589-3542

Father Timothy Barr, Pastor secretaryfulton@gmail.com

Newton Zion Reformed Church 10645 Frog Pond Road, Erie, 309-659-2464 newtonzion@frontier.com

Pastor Shannon Parrish

CrossView Church 703 14th Ave., Fulton, 815-589-3425 www.wearecrossview.com secretary@wearecrossview.com

RUTLEDGE ELECTRIC

822 Main, Erie Serving the Area Since 1980 Farm • Residential • Commercial Wiring & Contracting 309-659-2195

Morrison Veterinary Clinic

Jentry Fane, DVM, DVM, R.R. Zinkem, DVM, S.E. Blair, DVM, SJ. Lawfer, DVM

Phone 815-772-4047

14993 Lyndon Rd., Morrison

Spring Valley Reformed Church

10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton Pastor Paul Wissink 815-772-3554

First Christian Reformed Church 801 15th Avenue, Fulton, 815-589-3790 www.fultonfirstcrc.com firstcrcfulton@live.com

Pastor Michael Hooker

HILLSDALE

Hillsdale United Methodist Church 124 Butzer St., Hillsdale Church 309-658-2340

Pastor Melva England

HOOPPOLE

Calvary Evangelical Congregational Church

Rev. Zachary Van Dyke, Pastor 563-370-8779

Hooppole Zion Methodist Church

Pastor Rolando Renteria 311 Main St, Hooppole, 815-948-7591 Parsonage 309-658-2145

LYNDON

Dominion Christian Fellowship Center 104 4th St. W., Lyndon 815-590-6971

Rev. Barbi E. Momolu Sr.

Trinity Baptist Church

403 6th Ave North, Lyndon Pastor Alan Jahn - 563-242-0307 www.trinitybaptistchapel.com

MORRISON

Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church

301 W. South St., Morrison

Pastor Tammy Anderson 815-414-1758 - Office: 772-4896

Brethren In Christ Church

207 E. Knox Street, Morrison Pastor Craig Sipes - 815-772-4871

Sunday Worship at 10 a.m.

WISDOM

Erie, Illinois

“For

Church Of St. Anne Episcopal

401 N Cherry St., Morrison, 815-772-2818 stannemorrison@frontiernet.net www.churchofstannemorrison.org

Crossroads Community Church

201 W. Market, Morrison Pastor Jon Eastlick - 815-956-0090 morrison@crossroadscn.com

Ebenezer Reformed Church

309 E. Park St., Morrison Pastor J. T. Bean 815-772-2472

www.ercmorrison.com

Emmanuel Church

202 E. Morris St., Morrison 815-772-3890 www.ecmorrison.com

Rev. Luke Schouten, Senior Pastor Rich Criss, Ministry Coordinator

First Baptist Church 406 E. Maple Ave. Morrison

Pastor Roy Brown, II Phone 815-772-2696 facebook.com/morrisonfirstbaptist

First Presbyterian Church Rev. Michael Selburg - 815-772-3510

100 East Lincolnway, Morrison Facebook live services Sundays 10:15 a.m.

YouTube Channel: First Presbyterian Church firstpresmorrison@gmail.com www.firstpresmorrison.org

Kingdom Life Community Church

11429 Ward Road, Morrison 815-772-4098

www.kingdomlife.global

Pastor Stephen Harmon

Morrison Christian Church

201 S. Genesee, Morrison David Manley, Minister, 602-750-6426 d.manley93@yahoo.com

Google YouTube Larry Kidwell for sermons.

Morrison United Methodist Church 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison Pastor Sun-Ah Kang - 815-772-4030

St. Mary’s Catholic Church

Rev. Slawomir Zimodro

13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison 815-772-3095

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church

601 N. Jackson St., Morrison www.stpetersmorrison.com

Interim Pastor Mark Peters

Sunday service is at 9:30 a.m. Bible study and Sunday School at 10:45 a.m. Sundays

PORT BYRON Bethel Baptist

27308 108th Ave. N., Port Byron Church Phone: 309-523-3352

Pastor Josh Matthews

Church of the Cross United Methodist Church 22621 IL 2 and 92, Port Byron

Pastor Mark Graham Parish Office: 309-523-2201

Countryside Christian Church 3817 230th St. N., Port Byron

Pastor Steve Allison Church Phone: 309-523-2834

Fairfield United Methodist Church

235th St. at 115th Ave. North, Port Byron

Pastor Larry Misfeldt - 309-523-3767

Messiah Lutheran Church

302 11th St., Port Byron - 309-523-2421

Pastor Gwen Sefrhans-Murphy

Peace Lutheran Church ELCA

20828 Friedens Road, Port Byron

Interim Pastor: Nancy Jaster www.peacelutheranil.org - 309-523-2295 Port Byron First United Methodist Church 9412 228th St. N., Port Byron, IL Church Office: 309-848-4050 Email: portbyronfirstumc@gmail.com

Roberta Robbins, Lead Pastor Becky Butterfield, Associate Pastor

PROPHETSTOWN

Advent Christian Church

200 Elm St., Prophetstown

Pastor Diana Verhulst 815-537-5646 - ptownac.org

First Lutheran Church

Pastor Chelsey Weech Office: 815-537-2758 www.firstlutheran-ptown.org

Leon United Methodist Church 17173 Lomax Road, Prophetstown Pastor Joey Garcea - cell 815-656-0362 pastorjoeygarcea@gmail.com

Prophetstown

United Methodist Church

200 W. 2nd St., Prophetstown Pastor Joey Garcea - 815-537-2496

River Church

218 E. 3rd St., Prophetstown 815-876-6226 - www.riverchurchag.com

St. Catherine Catholic Church of Prophetstown 815-537-2077

RAPIDS CITY

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

1416 Third Ave., Rapids City Fr. Glenn H. Harris Phone 309-496-2414

TAMPICO

St. Mary Catholic Church

Reverend Slawomir Zimodro 105 Benton St., Tampico Phone 815-438-5425

Tampico Baptist Church

209 W. 3rd St., Tampico Pastor Ethan Horton

Tampico First United Methodist Church Pastor Leanne Keate - 815-564-2302

Feb. 17-23

Warranty Deeds

Larry K. Jensen to Luke A. Wilkins, 618 Genesee Ave., Morrison, $175,000.

Larry G. Briar and Nancy K. Briar to Nicholas C. Vock and Lindsey M. Vock, one parcel on Rock Ridge Drive, Rock Falls: 17-21-252-032, $24,000.

James H. Rathburn to Logan J R Rathburn and Logan Rathburn Jr., 19090 17th St., Fulton, $170,000.

Marc R. Vogel and Catherine J. Vogel to Laura McCann and Mitchell J. McCann, 14050 Agnew Road, Sterling, $165,000.

Marshal A. Longanecker and Michael D. Longanecker to Marshal A. Longanecker, Karen M. Longanecker and Michael D. Longanecker, 19120 Yorktown Road, Morrison, $0.

Connor D. Cain and Olivia A. Cain, formerly known as Olivia A. Workman, to Shawn E. Lawson and Glenna Lawson, 1301 8th Ave., Rock Falls, $189,900.

Lester G. Cordes, Nancy J. Reins and Kathy L. Chinberg, also known as Kathy L. Cordes and Kathleen L. Chinberg, to Gail Rogers, three parcels on Fulfs Road, Morrison: 04-31-200-002, 04-31-300-004 and 04-31-400-010, $948,970.

Lemay Properties Inc. to Sydni Eilers and Shari Gaumer, 506 18th Ave., Sterling, $75,000.

Joshua L. Smith and Alisha M. Bender, now known as Alisha M. Smith, to Travis Last, 520 W. 10th St., Rock Falls, $132,000.

Djuna Demay to Tony Skinner, 1114 W. 20th St., Rock Falls, $50,000.

Paulino Perez to Kamren Olroyd, 104 E. Third St., Tampico, $121,000.

Industrial Development Commission to 3d Development Rock Falls LLC and 3 D

Development Rock Falls LLC, 2801 Hoover Road, Rock Falls, $1,000,000.

Kim M. Prisk to Molly J. Zajicek and Bernard E. Zajicek, 10 N. Sixth St., Fulton, $158,000.

Joan E. Hook to Nickie D. Schmitz and Lisa A. Schantz, 202 S. Grape St., Morrison, $0.

Michael R. Howard to Donovan Anthony Rolen, 201 W. Fifth St., Prophetstown, $57,000.

Quit Claim Deeds

Deanna Hammack to Deanna Hammack, trustee, Parcel No. 11-31-126-009, $0.

Deanna Hammack to Deanna Hammack, trustee, Parcel No. 11-31-126-012, $0.

Elizabeth A. Handel to Elizabeth A. Handel and Tammy Lerma, 511 Third Ave., Sterling, $0.

Trustees Deeds

William C. Haas, trustee, and Virginia M. Haas, trustee, to Andrea Williams and Robert M. Haas, 20890 Cattail Road, Fulton, $160,000.

Ruth I. Rogers Family Trust and Gail C. Rogers Family Trust to Austin II Trucking LLC, 29050 Summerdale Road, Rock Falls, $32,000.

Executor’s Deeds

James C. Grigsby and Evelyn M. Grigsby Estate to Jacob Cervantes, 1309 12th Ave., Sterling, $28,000.

Consuelo Mendez Estate to Mitchell T. Herrero and Sharon M. Herrero, 607 15th Ave., Rock Falls, $87,500.

Source: Whiteside County Recorder’s Office

Brent Dykstra, Agent In River City Mall

1426 10th Avenue, Fulton 815-589-2200

Drs. Terry and Sarah Foust

“Serving Large and Small Animals”

602 N. High Street, Port Byron, IL

Phone 309-524-6484

Fax: 309-524-6485 www.riverviewvets.com

FARM - INDUSTRIAL

Larry’s Metal

We Sell and Service All Major Brands 309-887-4447

Call 815-632-2560

16262 Waller Rd., (Rt. 84), Fulton, IL

DIRECTORY BUSINESS AND SERVICE

ounty,

COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLI NOIS

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL EST ATE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

Arvest Bank PLAINTIFF Vs. Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Andrea K Kaskadden; et. al. DEFENDANTS No. 2024FC119 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL EST ATE

Illinois, public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 17-05-306-005

Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 848 20th Ave Moline, IL 61265

CLASSIFIED

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Part Time / Full Time with grain / cattle employment Call 815-499-0463 WANTED TO BUY TEACUP PUPPY Call 815-499-0597

PRINCIPAL CLERK POSITI ON AVAILABLE

Whiteside County Supervisor of Assessments

200 East Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270

Pay Grade 5:

$18.27-$19.88/hour minimum depending on experience

Hours: 70 hours/pay period (2 weeks) Full Time Position

Benefits: Accumulated sick and vacation time, Insurance coverage, IMRF Pension

Job Summa ry: Entry Level Position

Filing

Computer data entry

Respond to inquiries from the public both in person and via telephone

Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Assessments

Be able to read legal descriptions and draw out on hard copy maps

Qualifications:

Minimum of high school graduate or equivalent required

Minimum of two years office experience

Being able to read legal descriptions would be beneficial

Knowledge of Excel

Detail oriented, accurate, organized and dependable

Use of general office equipment-computer, keyboard, mouse, copy machine, scanner, fax machine

Must be able to work under time pressures and constraints

Must be able to relate well with the public

Will require intermittent strenuous physical activity

Be willing to attend classes to become a CIAO

Subject to a background check

Applications may be found online @ www.whiteside.org or may be picked up at the County Administrator's office at the Courthouse in Morrison IL

Applications will be accepted through 4:30 p.m on Friday, March 14, 2025 EOE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLI NOIS Arvest Bank PLAINTIFF Vs. Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Andrea K Kaskadden; et. al. DEFENDANTS No. 2024FC119 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL EST ATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 11/20/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on April 15, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 17-05-306-005 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 848 20th Ave Moline, IL 61265 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the clos e of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 11/20/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on April 15, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 17-05-306-005

that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 11/20/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on April 15, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

PIN 17-05-306-005 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 848 20th Ave Moline, IL 61265

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WHIT ESIDE, MORRISON, ILLINOIS

Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 848 20th Ave Moline, IL 61265

U.S Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for the CIM Trust 2020-R7 Mortgage-Backed Notes, Series 2020-R7 Plaintiff, vs. Marvin R. Clardie; et al; Defendant. Case No.: 24FC108 NOTICE OF SALE

Commonly known as 1306 E 4th Street, Sterling, IL 61081. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road. Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527. (630) 794-5300. 14-24-06575 IJSC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

February 25, March 4, 11, 2025

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WHIT ESIDE, MORRISON, ILLINOIS Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC Plaintiff, vs. COURTNEY T. FELT; TRENT M MCCOY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No.: 24FC30 NOTICE OF SALE

Illinois will on April 15, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 17-05-306-005 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 848 20th Ave Moline, IL 61265 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the clos e of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

highest bid by certified funds at the clos e of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on April 3, 2025, at the hour 3:00 p.m., Third Floor Lobby of the Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, IL 61270, sell, in person, to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 2209 15th Ave., Sterling, IL 61081. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Lender Legal PLLC, 1800 Pembrook Drive, Suite 250, Orlando, Florida 32810. 407-730-4644. LLS12687 IJSC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

February 25, March 4, 11, 2025

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WHIT ESIDE, MORRISON, ILLINOIS U.S Bank National Association Plaintiff, vs. Colby M. Snyder; et al; Defendant. Case No.: 24FC90

NOTICE OF SALE

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Commonly known as 702 W. 10th Street, Rock Falls, IL 61071. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road. Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527. (630) 794-5300. 14-24-05821 IJSC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

February 25, March 4, 11, 2025

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expe nse of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all informati on

CIRCUIT

required to pay any assessment and

fees

under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY-MORRISON, ILLI NOIS NEWREZ LLC D/B/A/ SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, PLAINTIFF

vs. JULIE A RISETTER; DEFENDANT NO. 2024FC60

Judge Trish A Senneff

Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expe nse of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all informati on IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE

bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all informati on IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLI NOIS

Nationstar Mortgage LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Kathryn M. Hoteling; et. al. DEFENDANTS No. 2024FC147

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL EST ATE

the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 16-02-315-008

Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1820 13th Street Rock Island, IL 61201

levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

representation as to the condition of the property

Address: 1512 E. 6th Street Sterling, Illinois 61081

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For information:

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 31, 2024, I, Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois, will on April 3, 2025 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the 3rd Floor Lobby of the Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E. Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Whiteside, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

COMMON ADDRESS:

1512 E. 6th Street, Sterling, Illinois 61081

P.I.N.: 11-22-251-016

The real estate is improved with a single family residence THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $102,042.16

Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-2404079.

I3261478

Mar. 4, 11, 18, 2025

Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expe nse of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all informati on IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-2404079. I3261478

Mar. 4, 11, 18, 2025

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLI NOIS

Nationstar Mortgage LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Kathryn M. Hoteling; et. al. DEFENDANTS No. 2024FC147

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/16/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on April 15, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 16-02-315-008

Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1820 13th Street Rock Island, IL 61201

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automaticall y forfeited to the State without further notice. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclos ure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

I3261478

Mar. 4, 11, 18, 2025

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

Johnson, Blumberg & Associat es, LLC

30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 3650 Chicago, Illinois 60602

Email: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312-541-9711

JB&A # IL 24 0934

I3261143

I3261478

Mar. 4, 11, 18, 2025

Feb. 25, Mar. 4, 11, 2025

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL EST ATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/16/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on April 15, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 16-02-315-008

Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1820 13th Street Rock Island, IL 61201

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the clos e of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all informati on IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

Potential Bidders: For sale informati on, visit www.realtyBid.co m or call 877-5185700.

IN THE CIRC 14TH JU COUNTY MORRI

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other

Potential Bidders: For sale informati on, visit www.realtyBid.co m or call 877-5185700.

I3261477

Mar. 4, 11, 18, 2025

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser

I3261477

Mar. 4, 11, 18, 2025

U.S Bank Nati its individual c Trustee for the Mortgage-Bac Series 2020-R7 Plaintif vs. Marvin R. Clardie; Defenda Case No.: 24FC108 NOTICE OF S PUBLIC NOTIC pursuant to a entered in the Intercounty Judic will on April 3 p.m., Third Floo side County Knox Street, Morrison, person, to the the following d estate: THE EAST OR ONE (41) FEET FOUR (4), FIVE BLOCK NUMBE EAST OF BRO OF STERLING TY, ILLINOIS, FROM THE N SIXTEEN (16) SAID LOT NUM DESCRIBED, PURPOSES. P.I.N. Commonly know Street, Sterling, The real estat dence. If the estate is a unit community, the other than a m assessments (g-1) of Section um Property Act. the bidder must certified funds hours, by certi The property inspection. P admonished to verify all informa For informatio at Plaintiff's Att ciates, P.C., 15W03 Road. Suite 100 (630) 794-5300. INTERCOUNT CORPORATIO intercountyjud

February

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WHIT ESIDE, MORRISON, ILLINOIS

U.S Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for the CIM Trust 2020-R7 Mortgage-Backed Notes, Series 2020-R7

Plaintiff, vs. Marvin R. Clardie; et al; Defendant. Case No.: 24FC108

NOTICE OF SALE

THE EAST OR EASTERLY FORTYONE (41) FEET OF LOTS NUMBER FOUR (4), FIVE (5), AND SIX (6), IN BLOCK NUMBER TWENTY-ONE (21) EAST OF BROADWAY IN THE CITY OF STERLING, IN WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE NORTH OF NORTHERLY SIXTEEN (16) FEET OF THAT PART OF SAID LOT NUMBER FOUR (4) ABOVE DESCRIBED, RESERVED FOR ALLEY PURPOSES. P.I.N. 11-22-256-008. Commonly known as 1306 E 4th Street, Sterling, IL 61081.

The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road. Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527. (630) 794-5300. 14-24-06575 IJSC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

February 25, March 4, 11, 2025

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on April 3, 2025, at the hour 3:00 p.m., Third Floor Lobby of the Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, IL 61270, sell, in person, to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: THE SOUTHERLY 18 FEET OF LOT 46 AND ALL OF LOT 45 EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE SOUTHERLY 22 FEET THEREOF IN BLOCK 5 OF LINCOLNSHIRE SUBDIVISION NO.3 AS LOCATED IN A PART OF THE EAST HALF OF THE WEST HALF OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 21 NORTH, RANGE 7 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., CITY OF STERLING, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS: ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JANUARY 3, 1966 AS DOCUMENT NO. 318417. P.I.N. 11-15-328-034. Commonly known as 2209 15th Ave., Sterling, IL 61081. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Lender Legal PLLC, 1800 Pembrook Drive, Suite 250, Orlando, Florida 32810. 407-730-4644. LLS12687 IJSC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

February 25, March 4, 11, 2025

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WHIT ESIDE, MORRISON, ILLINOIS

U.S Bank National Association Plaintiff, vs. Colby M. Snyder; et al; Defendant. Case No.: 24FC90 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on April 3, 2025, at the hour 3:00 p.m., Third Floor Lobby of the Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, IL 61270, sell, in person, to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:

THE EAST 70 FEET OF THE WEST 140 FEET OF THE EAST 200 FEET OF THE SOUTH ONE-HALF OF LOT M-33, AND ALSO, THE EAST 131.3 FEET OF THE NORTH ONE-HALF OF LOT M-33 OF CANTLIN AND SHELDON EXECUTOR'S SUBDIVISION IN THE EAST HALF OF SECTION 28, AND THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 21 NORTH, RANGE 7 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., SITUATED IN WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS P.I.N. 11-28-454-018 and 11-28-454-020.

Commonly known as 702 W. 10th Street, Rock Falls, IL 61071.

The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road. Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527. (630) 794-5300. 14-24-05821 IJSC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

February 25, March 4, 11, 2025

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY-MORRISON, ILLI NOIS NEWREZ LLC D/B/A/ SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, PLAINTIFF vs. JULIE A RISETTER; DEFENDANT NO. 2024FC60

Judge Trish A Senneff

Address: 1512 E. 6th Street Sterling, Illinois 61081

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

COMMON ADDRESS:

1512 E. 6th Street, Sterling, Illinois 61081

P.I.N.: 11-22-251-016

The real estate is improved with a single family residence

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $102,042.16

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclos ure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

For informati on: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 3650, Chicago, IL 60602, telephone 312541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 24 0934. Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg & Associat es, LLC 30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 3650 Chicago, Illinois 60602 Email: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312-541-9711

JB&A # IL 24 0934

I3261143

Feb. 25, Mar. 4, 11, 2025

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FEDERAL ENERG Y REGULATORY COMMISSION

Low Head Hydro M 13 LLC.

Project No. 15395-000 NOTICE OF PRELIMINARY PERMIT APPLICATION ACCEPTED FOR FILING AND SOLICITING COMMENTS, MOTIONS TO INTERVENE, AND COMPETIN G APPLICATIONS (Feb ruary 25, 2025)

On February 10, 2025, Low Head Hydro M 13, LLC. filed an application for a preliminary permit, pursuant to section 4(f) of the Federal Power Act, proposing to study the feasibility of a hydropowe r project proposed to be located at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' (Corps) Mississippi River Lock and Dam 13 in Clinton County, IA, and Whiteside County, IL. The sole purpose of a preliminary permit, if issued, is to grant the permit holder priority to file a license application during the permit term A preliminary permit does not authorize the permit holder to perform any land-disturbing activities or otherwise enter upon lands or waters owned by others without the owners' express permission

The proposed Mississippi River Lock and Dam 13 Hydroelectric Project would consist of the following: (1) a proposed 300-foot by 200-foot masonry powerhouse located in alignment with the existing Corps' dam, containing three proposed Kaplan bulb or Kaplan pit turbines with a total capacity of 19.05 megawatts; (2) a proposed intake channel of unlined earthen excavat ion approximately 500 feet long and 200 feet wide, located upstream of the turbine bays and including a 200-footlong guide wall along the western side of the channel; (3) a proposed 850-foot-long and 500-foot-wide tailrace area of unlined earthen excavation, including a 1,850foot-long guide wall along the western side of the channel and 520-foot-long guide wall along the eastern side of the channel; (4) a proposed 85-foot-long by 60-footwide low profile project substation located downstream from the powerhouse containing a single pad mounted three-phase step-up transformer with a rating between 15 to 25 megawatt-ampere and ancillary equipment; (5) a proposed 4,700foot-long access road adjacent; (6) an existing dam bridge improved and extended to provide access to the powerhouse along with a proposed public park and parking area adjacent to the new access road; and (7) a proposed 3,400-foot-long, 13.9 to 69-kilovolt (kv) underground transmission line to the project substation and a proposed 4.6 mile, 69-kv transmission line from the substation to the existing 161-kv ITC Midwest Beaver Island substation. The proposed project would have an estimated annual generation of 94,500 megawatt-hours.

Applicant Contact: Allen W Skelly, Low Head Hydro M 13, LLC., 127 Longwood Blvd., Mount Orab, Ohio 45154; phone: (937) 802-8866.

FERC Contact: Shivani Khetani; phone: (212) 273-5917, or by email at shivani.khetani@ferc.gov

Deadline for filing comments, motions to intervene, competing applications (without notices of intent), or notices of intent to file competing applications: 60 days from the issuance of this notice. Competing applications and notices of intent must meet the requirements of 18 CFR 4.36.

The Commission's Office of Public Participation (OPP) supports meaningful public engagement and participation in Commission proceedings. OPP can help members of the public, including landowners, community organizations, Tribal members and others, access publicly available information and navigate Commission processes. For public inquiries and assistance with making filings such as interventions, comments, or requests for rehearing, the public is encouraged to contact OPP at (202) 502-6595 or OPP@ferc.gov

The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing. Please file comments, motions to intervene, notices of intent, and competing applications using the Commission's eFiling system at https://ferconline.ferc.gov/eFiling.aspx Commenters can submit brief comments up to 6,000 characters, without prior registration, using the eComment system at https://ferconline.ferc.gov/QuickComment.aspx You must include your name and contact information at the end of your comments. For assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov, (866) 208-3676 (toll free), or (202) 502-8659 (TTY) In lieu of electronic filing, you may submit a paper copy Submissions sent via the U.S Postal Service must be addressed to: Debbie-Anne A Reese, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street NE, Room 1A, Washington, DC 20426. Submissions sent via any other carrier must be addressed to: Debbie-Anne A. Reese, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 12225 Wilkins Avenue, Rockville, Maryland 20852. The first page of any filing should include docket number P-15395000.

More information about this project, including a copy of the application, can be viewed or printed on the "eLibrary" link of the Commission's website at https:// elibrary.ferc gov/eLibrary/search. Enter the docket number (P-15395) in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, contact FERC Online Support.

Debbie-Anne A. Reese, Secretary

STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, IL-JUVENILE DIVISION

In the interest of R.W. R.W. A Minor 2024 JA 48 2024 JA 57 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

tices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended Petition or a Motion to Terminate Parental Rights Now, unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the Petition, the allegations of the Petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order or Jud gment entered.

Dated: 2/28/25 Tammy R Weikert Circuit Clerk By: rmb March 4, 2025

March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2025

Notice is given to any and all unknown fathers it may concern, addresses unknown, that on 9/18/24 a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by Deanna Curl in this Court and that in the courtroom of Judge Presiding in Juvenile Center, 525 18th Street, Rock Island, Illinois, on 3/27/25 @ 9 am or as soon thereafter as this case may be heard, a hearing will be held upon the Petition to have the minor declared to be a Ward of Court and for other relief under that Act. THE COURT HAS AUTHORITY IN THIS PROCEEDING TO TAKE FROM YOU THE CUSTODY AND GUARDIANSHIP OF THE MINOR, TO TERMINATE YOUR PAREN-TAL RIGHTS, AND TO APPOINT A GUARDIAN WITH POWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION. YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CHILD. IF THE PETITION REQUES TS THE TERMINATION OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS AND THE APPOINTMENT OF A GUARDIAN WITH P OWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION, YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO THE CHILD. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended Petition or a Motion to Terminate Parental Rights Now, unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the Petition, the allegations of the Peti-

STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14th CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WHITESIDE

Estate of:

NANCY A. SPITZER, a deceased person Case No 2024 PR 74

CLAIM NOTICE & NOTICE TO HEIRS Notice is hereby given to the heirs and creditors of Nancy A Spitzer, deceased. Letters of Office were issued on September 16, 2024 to Vicki Mohr, who was named as Independent Administrator. Her attorney is named below. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk's Office, Courthouse, 200 East Knox St., Morrison, IL, or with the representative, or both, on or before the 12th day of September, 2025, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from a representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act (ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in the notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date will be barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative's attorney within ten (10) days of being filed.

Nicholas W. Heid Heid Law Offices, LLC 19670 Waller Rd Fulton, IL 61252 815-589-9961 (phone)

February 18, 25, March 4, 2025

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ASCENTRA CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, vs. RACHEAL BERGERON; PETER HERCH; and UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants No. 2025 FC 16 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE (FOR PUBLICATION) (Ch. 735, Sec. 5/2206, 5/2-413, 5/151502, 5/15-1503) Notice is given to UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS of the following-described real estate that the above-entitled foreclosure action is now pending, and the day on or after which a default may be entered against said UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS is the 27th day of March, 2025.

The undersigned certifies that the above-entitled mortgage foreclosure action was filed on the 11th day of February 2025, and is now pending.

(i) The name of the plaintiff and the case number are identified above.

(ii) The court in which said action was brought is identified above.

(iii) The name of the titleholder of record is: RACHEAL BERGERON and PETER HERCH.

(iv) A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 21 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 21 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M.; THENCE SOUTH 291 FEET

COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 21 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M.; THENCE SOUTH 291 FEET ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 35; THENCE WEST 531 FEET ON A LINE PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID QUARTER SECTION; THENCE NORTH 34 FEET ON A LINE PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 35; THENCE WEST 327 FEET ON A LINE PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID QUARTER SECTION; THENCE NORTH 257 FEET ON A LINE PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 35, TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID QUARTER SECTION; THENCE EAST 858 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING (v) A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 12465 Frog Pond Road, Fulton, IL 61252 (vi) An identification of the mortgages sought to be foreclosed as follows: Names of Mortgagors: PETER HERCH, a single person, and RACHEAL BERGERON, a single person

Name of Mortgagor: CARL L. CONOVER, a single person Name of Mortgagee: Ascentra Credit Union

Date of Mortgage: September 15, 2023

Date of Recording: September 19, 2023

County where recorded: Whiteside County, Illinois

Identification of recording (Mortgage): Document No. 2023-04583

Allison E. Walsh

Brooks Law Firm, P.C. 3725 Blackhawk Road, Suite 200 Rock Island, IL 61201

Telephone: (309) 786-4900

Facsimile: (309) 786-4940 aew@brookslaw firmpc.com

ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF

February 25, March 4, 11, 2025

Road, Suite 200 Rock Island, IL 61201

Telephone: (309) 786-4900

Facsimile: (309) 786-4940 aew@brookslaw firmpc.com

ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF

February 25, March 4, 11, 2025

Publication Notice of Court Date for Request for Name Change (Adult Name Change) IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY 2025MR17

YOUR CURRENT LEGAL NAME Benjamin David Reed

My current name is: Benjamin David Reed I wish my name to be changed to: Amber Historia Reed

The court date for the Request I filed is scheduled on: 3/24/2025 at 9:00 am in Courtroom: 201, in person at: 1317 3rd Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201. /s/ Benjamin David Reed Benjamin David Reed

February 18, 25, March 4, 2025

STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14th CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WHITESIDE

Estate of: BARRY S. FREDRICKS, a deceased person Case No 2025 PR 15 CLAIM NOTICE & NOTICE TO HEIRS Notice is hereby given to the heirs and creditors of Barry S. Fredricks, deceased Letters of Office were issued on February 17, 2025 to Terri Fredricks and Rickey Fredricks, who have been named as Independent Co-Administrators. Their attorney is named below. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk's Office, Courthouse, 200 East Knox St., Morrison, IL, or with the representative, or both, on or before the 12th day of September, 2025, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from a representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act (ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in the notice. Any claim not filed on

Road, Suite 200

Rock Island, IL 61201

Telephone: (309) 786-4900

AL NOTICES

Facsimile: (309) 786-4940

aew@brookslaw firmpc.com

TORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF

bruary 25, rch 4, 11, 2025

Publication Notice

Court Date for quest for Name Change (Adult Name Change)

IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, RCUIT COURT

ROCK ISLAND COUNTY 2025MR17

YOUR CURRENT EGAL NAME

njamin David

ed current name

Benjamin David

ed wish my name to changed to: ber Historia ed court date for Request I filed scheduled on: 3/24/2025 at 9:00 in Courtroom: in person at: 1317 3rd Avenue, ck Island, IL 61201. Benjamin David Reed Benjamin David Reed

bruary 18, 25, rch 4, 2025

STATE OF ILLINOIS

THE CIRCUIT

COURT OF THE 14th CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WHITESIDE

ate of:

BARRY S. EDRICKS, ceased person Case No. 2025 PR 15 AIM NOTICE NOTICE TO HEIRS

ce is hereby n to the heirs creditors of y S. Fredricks, eased Letters Office were isd on February 2025 to Terri ricks and ey Fredricks, have been med as Indendent Co-Administrators. Their rney is named low. Claims against the tate may be in the CirClerk's Office, Courthouse, 200 Knox St., rrison, IL, or the represenative, or both, on efore the 12th of September, 2025, or if mailing delivery of a notice from a representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate (ILCS 5/18-3), date stated in notice. Any m not filed on

tative, or both, on or before the 12th day of September, 2025, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from a representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act (ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in the notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date will be barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative's attorney within ten (10) days of being filed.

Nicholas W. Heid Heid Law Offices, LLC 19670 Waller Rd Fulton, IL 61252 815-589-9961 (phone)

February 25, March 4, 11, 2025

NOTICE OF PUBLI C HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Village of Port Byron Board of trustees, in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, that a proposed budget for said Village for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2025 and ending March 31, 2026 will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection, at the Village Hall, 120 S Main Street, Port Byron IL 61275, from 9:00 o'clock a.m. on the 3rd day of March 2025, during normal business hours Notice is further hereby given that a public hearing on said budget will be held at 5:45 p.m on the 17th day of March 2025, at the Village Hall, 120 S Main Street, Port Byron, IL PLEASE NOTE: THE Port Byron Village Board of trustees will hold their regularly scheduled meeting immediately following the hearing.

Kristie Guardia Deputy Clerk Village of Port Byron

Dated this 3th day of March 2025

March 4, 2025

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF THE DEAT H, ADMISSION TO PROBATE AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BEVERLY F. BERZINSKI

JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF THE DEAT H, ADMISSION TO PROBATE AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BEVERLY F. BERZINSKI

Case No. 2025 PR 2

Notice is hereby given to creditors and claimants of the death of Beverly F Berzinski, last a resident of Fulton, Illinois, who died on December 14, 2024. Letters of office were issued on January 8, 2025, to Central Bank Illinois, 425 US Hwy 6 E, Geneseo, IL 61254, as Independent Executor. The Attorney for the estate is: Rebecca L Huizenga, 1011 4th St , Fulton, IL 61252. Claims against the estate may be filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E Knox Street, Morrison, IL 61270, or with the Representative or both, on or before August 18, 2025. Any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and the attorney for the estate within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 18th day of February, 2025 REBECCA L. HUIZENGA Attorney for the Estate 1011 4th Street P.O. Box 102 Fulton, Illinois 61252 815/589-2859

February 18, 25, March 4, 2025

SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL EST ATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 11/20/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on April 15, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT NUMBER ONE (1) IN BLOCK NUMBER TWO (2) IN THAT PART OF THE CITY OF MOLINE KNOWN AS AND CALLED GREIM'S SECOND ADDITION TO SAID CITY, SITUATED IN ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS PIN 17-05-306-005 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 848 20th Ave Moline, IL 61265 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the clos e of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be

Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1)

For information: Examine the court file or contact

Plaintiff's attorney:

AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

Mar. 4, 11, 18, 2025 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLI NOIS Nationstar Mortgage LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Kathryn M. Hoteling; et. al. DEFENDANTS No. 2024FC147 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL EST ATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/16/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on April 15, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT NUMBER EIGHTEEN (18) IN THAT PART OF THE CITY OF ROCK ISLAND KNOWN AS AND CALLED, CASE HOMESTEAD ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCK ISLAND, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND AND STATE OF ILLINOIS PIN 16-02-315-008

Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1820 13th Street Rock Island, IL 61201

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at

ILLINOIS PIN 16-02-315-008

Improved with Residential COMMONLY

KNOWN AS: 1820 13th Street Rock Island, IL 61201

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the clos e of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1) If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after

recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney

Potential Bidders: For sale informati on, visit www.realtyBid.co m or call 877-5185700.

Mar. 4, 11, 18, 2025

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLI NOIS Carrington Mortgage Services LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Michael Hardi II; Stephanie HardiSmith; United States of AmericaSecretary of Housing and Urban Development; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Christena L. Hardi; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants; Allison Walsh, as Special

Stephanie HardiSmith; United States of AmericaSecretary of Housing and Urban Development; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Christena L. Hardi; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants; Allison Walsh, as Special Representative for Christena L. Hardi (deceased) DEFENDANTS No. 2024FC162 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Stephanie HardiSmith Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Christena L. Hardi Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants

pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Tammy R Weikert Rock Island County Courthouse 1317 3rd Avenue, Suite 101 Rock Island, IL 61201 on or before March 20, 2025, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300

DuPage # 15170

Winnebago # 531

Our File No. 14-2406049

NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector. I3260684 Feb. 18, 25, Mar. 4, 2025

SPRING ROAD POSTING NOTICE

The Whiteside County Highway Department has announced the posting of spring weight limits for County Highways. These postings will go into effect on Monday, March 3, 2025 and will remain in effect until further notice. (Township roads may vary, so it is suggested that each township be contacted regarding their postings.) For questions concerning the postings on County Highways, please contact the Highway Department at 815-772-7651.

February 27, March 4, 2025

That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2013 16th Street Moline, IL 61265 and which said Mortgage was made by: Christena L. Hardi the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for American Advisors Group, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Rock Island County, Illinois, as Document No 2016-09484; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Tammy R Weikert Rock Island County Courthouse 1317 3rd Avenue, Suite 101 Rock Island, IL 61201 on or before March 20, 2025, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS &

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