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Fulton police May 6
Aaron R. Engelbrecht was arrested on a Bureau County warrant on Highway 30 and Dakin Road. He was transported to Whiteside County Jail.
May 7
A juvenile driver was cited for disobeying a stop sign at 14th Avenue and Route 84. The juvenile was released with a promise to comply.
A juvenile driver was cited for failure to wear a seat belt at 14th Avenue and Route 84. The juvenile was released with a promise to comply.
Johnathan A. James of Elizabeth was cited for failure to wear a seat belt at 14th Avenue and Route 84. He was released with a promise to comply.
Jampri M. Jones of Clinton, Iowa, was cited for failure to wear a seat belt at 14th Avenue and Route 84. He was released with a promise to comply.
Elijah M.L. Brock of Galesburg was cited for failure to wear a seat belt in the 1300 block of 14th Avenue. He was released with a promise to comply.
May 8
A juvenile driver was cited for no proof of insurance at 14th Avenue and Route 84. The juvenile was released with a notice to appear.
Douglas A. Bitler of Albany was cited for improper use of registration, operating a vehicle displaying an expired registration sticker and driving while license is revoked at Ward Road and Dakin Road. He was released with a notice to appear.
May 10
Lonnie Dykema of Fulton was arrested for disorderly conduct in the 800 block of 14th Avenue. He was released with a notice to appear.
May 12
Beth McGovern of Clinton, Iowa, was cited for no valid registration in the 1100 block of 12th Avenue. She was released with a promise to comply.
Morrison police
On Tuesday, May 10, about 1:28 a.m., Morrison police responded to the area of Greenland Drive regarding the sound of gunshots. Morrison police arrested and charged Michael A. Vegter, 28, of Morrison with reckless discharge of a firearm (Class 4 felony). Vegter was transported to the Whiteside County Jail.
On Tuesday, May 10, about 5:20 p.m., Morrison police arrested Daphnee D. Wayman, 39, of Morrison, pursuant to a body attachment warrant (civil – non-criminal) issued by Whiteside County. Wayman was transported to the Whiteside County Jail, posted bond and was released.
Citations
May 7: Nancy R. Carlson, 70, Morrison, dog bite May 11: Adam J. Swearingen, 43, Morrison, dog running at large
Individuals named in the police report have been accused of a charge. They are presumed innocent until proved guilty.
All-village garage sales are June 3 and 4 in Erie
All-village garage sales are set for Friday, June 3, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, June 4, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Erie. For $10, Erie residents can have their address added to the map, receive a yard sign and have their items listed on promotional materials by signing up at https:// bit.ly/VillageGarageSale.
Erie to host Heritage Park Day on June 25
Save the date for Heritage Park Day on Saturday, June 25, from 4 to 10 p.m. in Erie.
There will be hot air balloon rides, a kickball tournament (sign up by June 8), a movie in the park and free walking tacos and popcorn.
Details can be found at the Revitalize Erie Facebook page or at revitalize-erie.square.site
Whiteside County
Warranty deeds
David M. and Sharon L. Durling to Randi J. and Julie M. Besse, one parcel on Wilder Road, Erie, $85,000.
Hugh R. Nelson Estate and Todd A., Randy J., and Danny L. Nelson to Randy J. and Dana Nelson, 1 Genesee Court, Morrison, $204,000.
Lauren N. and Adam J. Becker to Logan D. Housenga, 605 W. First St., Lyndon, $80,000.
Frank A. and Kristina M. Hosticka to Shaun Milnes, 1884 Banks Road, Erie, $85,000.
Jason and Christina Howell to Rogaciana Aragon Sanchez and Antonio Santiago Pucheta, 1005 Second Ave., Sterling, $115,000.
Jestun Gatz to Eileen A. Ortiz, 1400 Ave L, Sterling, $33,000.
Got Realty LLC to Emily R. Kitsmiller, 1518 10th Ave., Rock Falls, $115,000.
Carlos Lorenzy to Duaine E. and Debra L. Rote, 706 W. First St., Lyndon, $57,000.
Grant and Denise Snow to Robert Lockwood, 106 W. Second St., Rock Falls, $120,000.
Lou Ann Kolb to Nicole R. Castaneda, 229 W. 13th St., Rock Falls, $83,000.
Monty R. and Austin Hey and Marty L. Egert to Veronica Zaragoza, 612 Third Ave., Sterling, $79,500.
JMS Land Development to Larry W. and Margaret Ebersohl, 1216 Cardinal St., Rock Falls, $228,500.
Arnold W. and Charlotte A. Frank to Benjamin L. and Jeanne M. Frank, 505 Adams St., Prophetstown, $31,000.
Amy L. Eifel, formerly Johnson, to Larry G. and Mary R. McCormick Living Trust, three parcels on Hill and Wilmot Roads, Erie, $573,500.
Dorothy K. and Edwin P. Bielema, Linda S. Merema, Kathy J. Hofman, Jim L. Bielema and Beth A. Wiersema to Bruno and Peggy Chesher, 1018 16th Ave., Fulton and two parcels in Fulton Township, $0.
Ginger G. Blasdell to Ryan Allen and Victoria Noel Blasdell, 10909 Fenton Road, Morrison, $97,000.
Rick Brown to United States, 1201 N. Fourth St., Fulton, $142,000.
Franklin E. DeHaan Living Trust to Riverside MHP LLC, 900 Regan Road, Rock Falls (Riverside Mobile Estates), $1.23 million.
Elwyn W. Rhode Estate and Nancy A. Wetzell to Sally L. Unterzuber, 406 N. Main St., Coleta, $0.
Duwayne W. and Ellen J. Beck to John Booker, 18412 Wagon Wheel Lane, Sterling, $195,000.
Eric Anderson to Gregory Lane, 1717 Locust St., Sterling, $62,500.
Jeffrey D. and Tanya L. Steder to Stacy D. Tufte, 608 W. Ninth St., Sterling, $93,000.
Jodi Frederick to Andrea K. Mayes, 1010 Parkview Drive, Rock Falls, $270,000.
Reta J. and Theodore C. McKee to Nicholas J. and Rhonda McKee Alvarado, 311 E. Winfield St., Morrison, $10,000.
Debra and Maurice Brown to Joshua McCool, 824 15th Ave., Fulton, $70,000.
Brenda Sue Drury and Danny Ray Housenga to Mathew and Brooke E. Newman, 8710 Kenton Road, Morrison, $140,000.
Damien J. Ross to Joshua Plantz and Alexis Julius, 609 W. Sixth St., Sterling, $120,000.
Carolene Sterenberg to Nathaniel and Lindsey Davis, 5727 Garden Plain Road, Fulton, $110,000.
Gary W. and Monica C. Steen to Rhonda G. Martin, 603 Genesee Ave., Morrison, $58,000.
Michael A. and June E. Perrine to R&B of Rock Falls, Inc., 901 Dixon Ave., Rock Falls (formerly Mike’s Repair), $145,000.
Linda S. Retherford to Hannah M. Schultz, 407 Dixon Ave., Rock Falls, $50,000.
Quit claim deed
Barbara J. Lovell to Kirk D. Folks, 4002 W. Lincolnway, Sterling, $0.
Trustees deeds
Frank E. Simester Trust to Alexander L. Carney, 411 Third Ave., Rock Falls, $90,000.
Larry G. and Mary R. McCormick to Steven and Sarah Wiebenga, one parcel on Como Road, Sterling, $25,000.
Tichler Family Trust, Gary L. Tichler, trustee, to Melissa A. Bank Family Trust, two parcels on Crosby Road, Morrison, $350,000.
Tichler Family Trust, Gary L. Tichler, trustee, to Edward C. Vock, two parcels on Crosby Road, Morrison, $416,500.
Howard R. Nelson Living Trust, Douglas Nelson and Dolores Stralow, trustees, to Stone Rock LLC, 16255 Liberty St., Morrison (formerly USDA/Farm Service Agency), $165,000.
H. Kent and Jane L. Huisingh Joint Living Trust to Dean L. Huisingh Trust, two parcels on Elston Road, Fulton, $400,000.
Eugene and Florence B. Bush Trust, Susan K. Griffith, trustee, to Carolene R., David J., and Jonathan P. Sterenberg, Barbara L. King and Amy E. Bateman, 744 Milnes Drive, Morrison, $145,000.
Executor’s deed
Florence Rae Shaw Estate to Terry G. Gibbs, 1511 Ave K, Sterling, $58,000.
Deeds
Rose Marie Huston Estate to Robert Turner, 314 E. Ninth St., Rock Falls, $10,000.
Michelle L. Phelps to Wesley Dean Anderson, 208 E. Second St., Prophetstown, $0.
RIVERDALE CLASS OF 2022
Myalin Beckett Michael Benoit Dillin Bruner Jordan Bull-Welch Joshua Buzard Tucker Dwyer Ava Engebretson Luke Engebretson
Abigail Erickson Sofia Fornero-Green Jackson Gaines Ella Garrett Zachary Hardin Breanna Holderman Lena Hollowell Gage Hugart
Noah Huizenga Micah Ibarra Caleb Jennings Cole Jennings Kennedy Klundt Kylie Klundt Taylor Kohrt Mary Kwasek
Annalyssa Lee Kyle Lewsader Aspen Lindley Clara Lonergan Allie Lorfeld Noah Loy Max Maring Hannah McCoon
Andrew Meloan Aidan Miller Aisha Miller James Moorhusen Chase Neff Benjamin Nelson Nathan Newberry Cameron Overton
Alexan Perex de Tejada Braden Peterson Jessee Pinson Sarah Prigge Samuel Rasmussen Reece Richmond Aidan Rivas Brady Rogers
Sydni Rozeboom Allison Schillinger Kristal Silva Kye Smeltzly Jesse Smith Alan Stickler Brandon Stone Kyan Stuart
Nellie Stuart Ashton Sutton Eden Swails Riley Tady Michael Vaughn Nicholas Vaughn Carter Venhuizen Drew Watson
FULTON
Fulton Police Depar tment holds 2nd annual Bike Rodeo
The Fulton Police Department held its second annual Bike Rodeo at the CrossView Church parking lot on Saturday, May 14.
The event promoted bicycle safety with officers checking air in the tires, registering bikes in case they get lost or stolen and inspecting riders’ helmets.
They also taught bicycle exercises such as hand signals, starts and stops, scanning and turning, maneuvering and rock dodge, figure 8, stop on a dime, and a bean bag and newspaper delivery challenge, with obstacle courses allowing the kids to test their skills.
There also were plenty of prizes for all the participants, including helmets, bracelets and new bicycles donated by CrossView Church, AgriKing, Midwest Collision, Dykstra & Law Insurance, and Clint and Carrie VanZuiden. CrossView volunteers handed out goody bags and had information on their “Zoomerang” Vacation Bible School, set for June 20-22 from 9 to 11:30 a.m.
Photos by Sarah Ford for Shaw Media ABOVE: Kara Bush, Kara Howe and Sheena Griffy of Kara Howe State Farm in Clinton handed out free bicycle helmets, bike bells and water bottles during Saturday’s bike rodeo in Fulton. The helmets were donated by Fulton Kiwanis, State Farm, Bob and Dawn Holesinger, and Jude Holesinger. ABOVE RIGHT: Brecken Sullivan of Morrison, who turns 5 this week, smiles as he climbs onto the new bicycle he won in a raffle at the second annual bike rodeo hosted by the Fulton Police Department and CrossView Church. RIGHT: New bicycles were donated by local businesses as prizes for participants.
G o time for gardeners
G a r d e n e r s g a l o r e s u p ported the annual spring bargain plant sale at Cattail Park in Fulton on Saturday, May 14, with hundreds of donated plants available at the park building. Master Gardeners were on hand to answer quest i o n s a n d h e l p w i t h p l a n t selection, from houseplants to perennials to veggie starts to seeds.
“We are very grateful to members of the surrounding communities for their support; both to those who purchased or donated items. It was great weather and a large crowd and we were happy to see so many people interested in gardening and beautification of our communities,” coordinator Judith Holesinger said.
“Happy gardening to all.”
The volunteers sold nearly everything and raised more than $1,800, with all proceeds to go to beautification of the Windmill Area in Fulton. A large selection of hostas were available at Fulton’s plant sale on Saturday, May 14.
By SARAH FORD For Shaw Media
The Riverdale Bass Team won its third sectional championship after competition on the Mississippi River on Thursday, May 5.
Fourteen area high school teams fished Pool 13 after launching out of Spring Lake Campground and Marina in Thomson. Each school was allowed to enter two teams, with a total of 25 teams competing. The top three teams, which included Riverdale in first and third and Moline in second, advanced to state.
Riverdale’s Boat Team 1 of Michael Benoit, Drew Watson and Carter VenHuizen netted 18 pounds, 10 ounces to take first. Boat Team 2 of Collin Altensey, Alex Watson and Cam Overton caught 17 pounds to capture third. The biggest bass for Boat 1 was a 4-pound, 14-ounce fish caught by Benoit. Boat 2 had a 4-pounder caught by Altensey.
“I was really proud of both teams’ ability to stay focused as they fished hard in tough conditions. Only three limits of fish weighed in out of the entire field, which speaks to how difficult it was,” head coach Jason Benoit said. “Like any other sports, these kids put a lot of time and effort into getting out on the water and practicing their craft. It was great to see that each member caught at least one fish that contributed to the overall weight.”
The Rams will be competing at the IHSA State Tournament on Lake Carlyle in Carlyle on May 20-21.
Photo provided Pictured in the back (from left) are Alex Watson, Michael Benoit, Collin Altensey, Cam Overton, Carter VenHuizen, Alex Watson and coach Scott Watson and (front) head coach Jason Benoit and Jay Burgraf.
Messiah Preschool teacher Sarah McGinty (from left), pantry volunteer Angela Bark, pantry director Patsy Fidlar and Kelley Doty, a representative for the Riverdale Boosters, are pictured after the Strike Out Hunger games May 12.
Riverdale baseball and sof tball teams host Str ike Out Hunger event
The Riverdale Rams softball and baseball teams hosted a Strike Out Hunger event at the school on Thursday, May 12, with opponents Geneseo softball and Alleman baseball joining in on the efforts.
The teams collected nonperishable food items for the Upper Rock Island County Food Pantry, which serves families in the Riverdale School District. The Rams also collected monetary donations and sold 70 fan shirts and 125 player shirts, with all proceeds g o i n g t o t h e p a n t r y a t M e s s i a h Lutheran Church in Port Byron. The fundraiser was coordinated by Angela Bark, pantry volunteer, and Sarah McGinty, Messiah Preschool teacher.
“We want to express our gratitude to the Riverdale, Alleman and Geneseo teams and coaches, students and staff at all three schools, All Sports Printi n g , R i v e r d a l e B o o s t e r s , G e n e s e o Boosters, River Cities Rotary and Millwright Local 2158 for all the support,” Bark and McGinty said
“Three schools and several fans and organizations came together to support one cause and it was amazing! So many families will have a better summer because of the generosity of our community.”
The final monetary donations to the URIC Food Pantry totaled $2,000, in addition to dozens of boxes of nonperishable food items. The URIC Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from noon to 2 p.m.
Photo provided
NEWS BRIEFS
The NSDAR Rock River Chapter (Daughters of the American Revolution) will be holding a rededication marker ceremony for Alexander Thompson, the only Revolutionary War Patriot buried in Whiteside County.
The ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 22, at Kingsbury Presbyterian Cemetery in Newton Township at the corner of Gaulrapp Road and Elston Road in rural Erie. The public is invited to attend.
In advance of Memorial Day, Morrison Historical Society will offer a program by Stephanie Vavra featuring the flag of the United States of America and four variations of The Pledge of Allegiance.
The event will take place on Sunday, May 22, at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison. Doors open at 1 p.m. and the program begins promptly at 1:30 p.m. Interested historical society members, veterans and the public are invited to attend. Wearing red, white and blue is encouraged. Bring a pen or pencil.
Local Scouts will demonstrate the folding of a flag into a “star-spangled” presentation triangle. Each of the 13 folds has a specific meaning. Cadette Girl Scout Annabelle Blevins and adult Boy Scout Anthony Fulton will use a 1867 historic flag.
Completed in 1865, Morrison’s Heritage Museum is a former Congregational Church. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Air-conditioning and accessibility via a ramp at the back will add to your comfort.
Refreshments will be served.
Upcoming events at River Valley District Library, 214 S. Main St. in Port Byron include:
Illinois Libraries Present: An Evening with Michelle Zauner on Wednesday, May 18 at 7 p.m. Michelle Zauner, the indie rock star of Japanese Breakfast fame, discusses her music career and her bestselling book “Crying in H Mart” during a virtual presentation. Her memoir about growing up Korean American, losing her mother, and forging her own identity was a New York Times notable book of the year. Joining her in conversation is Jessica Hopper, Chicago-based music critic, producer, and author. To register for the Zoom event, please visit www.rivervalleylibrary.org.
Blue Suede Book Club: “Operation Family Secrets” on Thursday, May 19 from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Deep dark secrets, violent mobsters, racketeering, loan sharking, gambling, extortion, family betrayal, and a daring prosecution. All this happening in our own back y a r d ! J o i n R i v e r V a l l e y D i s t r i c t Library at the Blue Suede Cocktails & Coffee Bar as we discuss how the son of a mobster helped the FBI bring down one of Chicago’s murderous crime f a mi l ie s ! St op b y R V DL t o reserve your Copy of “Operation Family Secrets” by Frank Calabrese, Jr., Keith & Kent Zimmerman, and Paul Pompian.
Teen Cosplay Night on Thursday, May 19 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Ages 12 +, dress as your favorite character and come on down to RVDL to show off your costume! There will be fun games and plenty of treats! No costume? No Problem! Come hang and enjoy the other activities we will have available.
Family Yoga with Dassah on Friday, May 20 from 9:15 - 10 a.m. Class will involve 15-20 minutes of yoga with adults and children. Then, the children will have a structured activity with the children’s librarian while adults finish up with more yoga!
Tales on the Trail at Dorrance Park on Sunday, May 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. Read a book while hiking the trails at Dorrance Park, with three stories on the trail. Other activities will be available by the playground for families to participate in. Brought to you by: River Cities Rotary, Riverdale Interact, River Valley District Library, and Cordova District Library.
Illinois Libraries Present: Jessamine Chan & Emily Maloney on Wednesday, May 25 at 7 p.m. Join Jessamine Chan and Emily Maloney in a virtual event for a discussion about the systems of power that impact our lives, o u r f a m i l i e s, a nd o u r f i n a n c e s , through the lens of their acclaimed books, The School for Good Mothers and Cost of Living. Register via Zoom at www.rivervalleylibrary.org.
Family Yoga with Dassah Thursday, May 26 from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Class will involve 15-20 minutes of yoga with adults and children. Then, the children will have a structured activity with the children’s librarian while adults finish up with more yoga!
Dungeons and Dragons on Friday, May 27 from 4 to 7:45 p.m. Join RVDL every other Friday for the beloved fantasy tabletop roleplaying game, Dungeons and Dragons.
Lego Club on Saturday, May 28 from 11 to 12 p.m. Knock, knock. Who’s there? LEGO. LEGO who? LEGO the doorknob and let me in! I need to make it to the Lego club at River Valley District Library! Come to RVDL on the 4th Saturday of each month and create your Lego masterpieces. Whether you want to take-on the monthly challenge, or just build your own creation, we’re going to have a bricky blast!
F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n o n a n y upcoming events, follow River Valley District Library on social media, visit rivervalleylibrary.org, or stop by the library.
NEWS BRIEFS
Let’s Feed the Children kicks off June 1
United Way of Whiteside County is partnering with local churches, organizations and volunteers to offer free meals for kids and teens this summer. The Let’s Feed our Children program will run every Wednesday from June 1 to Aug. 10, with meals served from noon to -12:30 p.m.
Local meal sites will be at Margaret Park in the Erie triangle, First Reformed Church in Fulton, Richmond Park in Lyndon, Community Center at Market Street in Morrison, Eclipse Square Park in Prophetstown and the Reagan Community Center in Tampico.
The grab and go meals are provided free to all kids and teens, with three kidfriendly, ready to eat lunches handed out to each person.
No registration paperwork is needed. Call the United Way of Whiteside County at 815-625-7973 or visit uwwhiteside.org for information.
Yoga on the Dock returns in Port Byron
Yoga on the Dock is back for a second season at Mind Body and Soul Care in Port Byron. Classes kick off with instructor Dassah Skelton on Saturday, May 21 with a “Yoga Foundations Workshop” at 9 a.m. followed by a Yoga class at 10 a.m. The cost is $20 and registration is recommended to reserve a spot. Coffee and tea will be provided.
Classes on the dock will be held every Monday at 7 p.m. beginning May 23 and running through Oct. 10. The cost per class is $10 and all levels are welcome. There also will be a monthly Saturday class on June 18, July 16, Aug. 20, Sept. 17, and Oct. 15, with prices to vary.
Join the Facebook group page “Yoga on the Dock” for class details and weather updates. Bring a mat and enjoy some fresh air on a secluded dock along the Mississippi River. Mind Body and Soul Care is located at 1625 Elm Shore Drive in Port Byron.
EARLY VOTING SCHEDULE Early Voting for the June 28, 2022 General Primary Election for all Whiteside County Precincts will be conducted at the Office of the Whiteside County Clerk at the Courthouse at 200 E. Knox Street in Morrison, beginning Thursday, May 19th through Monday, June 27th from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday and Saturday June 25th from 9 am until noon. There will also be early voting on a limited basis available in Sterling for all Whiteside County Precincts at the Eastern Branch Court Facility at 101 E. Third Street in Sterling. The dates and times for voting in Sterling are: Wednesday, June 15, Thursday, June 16 and Friday, June 17 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Any valid 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. DANA NELSON Whiteside County Clerk Yoga instructor Dassah Skelton is pictured in a lizard pose during Yoga on the Dock in Port Byron in September of 2021.
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