Fulton Journal-09-05-2023

Sarah Ford for Shaw Media

Members of the Fulton Fire and EMS departments grill chicken breasts and pork chops during the drive-thru dinner fundraiser at the station Aug. 31. Vehicles were lined up around the block as the first responders delivered dinners to drivers in the bay. All proceeds from the fundraiser supported the department’s needs.

Sally Carroll, Eleanor Louise Kepler, Alice C. Garland, Marilyn R. Kowalski, Larry J. Stuart, Kaye M. Wilkins, Page 4

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The Fulton fire station was the place to be Thursday, Aug. 31, as Fulton Fire and EMS members worked efficiently to serve meals for hundreds in the community. There was a steady stream of drivers circling around the station from 4 to 7 p.m. for a sandwich, chips, dessert and drink for $7, with all proceeds to benefit the department.

Sponsors of the meal were Illinois Pork Producers, Sloane Implement, Big River Packaging, Famous Dave’s and Hy-Vee, with chops and chicken from Fulton Meat Market. Fulton’s first responders thank the community for “an amazing show of support.”

Volunteer Millers to host an evening of jazz

Join the Volunteer Millers of the Dutch Windmill, de Immigrant, for a relaxing evening of “All That Jazz” featuring a jazz duo from Davenport, Iowa. The amazing twosome is comprised of Edgar Crockett and Corey Kendrick.

The performance will begin at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, in the Windmill Cultural Center at 111 10th Ave. in Fulton.

Light refreshments will be served following the performance.

Crocket is a music educator, composer and freelance trumpet player. Having performed with multiple well-known professional musicians, he also is a professor emeritus at Black Hawk College. Despite a busy performing schedule, he currently teaches music theory at

LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS

Homecoming parade to affect downtown traffic on Friday

Fulton High School’s Homecoming Parade will be at 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8. No parking will be allowed in the downtown area in preparation for the parade. Starting at 1:30 p.m., parking restrictions will be in effect on Fourth Street from 10th Avenue south to 13th Avenue, 10th Avenue from Fourth Street to Fifth Street, 13th Avenue from Fourth Street to Sixth Street, and Fifth Street from 10th Avenue south to 12th Avenue. Downtown businesses are

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also from Daven-

encouraged to decorate their storefronts in support of Steamer Nation.

Albany to have villagewide sales

Albany will have villagewide garage sales Saturday, Sept. 16. Residents who wish to be on the sale list can call Chelsi at 563-593-6886.

Schmaling Library seeks donations of books for youth

Schmaling Memorial Public Library is accepting donations of gently used children,

port, is an accomplished pianist and composer. He is the Director of Instrumental Music at Black Hawk. Even as a young man, he already has performed with numerous renowned artists.

Both musicians give private lessons.

The event is free and open to the public.

The facility is accessible to people with disabilities.

Monthly programming is sponsored through a grant from F.A.C.E. / DS Flikkema Foundation. For more information, visit the Windmill Cultural Center and de Immigrant Windmill Facebook page, Visit Fulton Facebook page, www.cityoffulton.us or call 563-249-6115.

young adult and teen books for their Book Sale at Fulton’s Fall Fest on Saturday, Oct. 7. Please bring donations to the library by Oct. 5.

If you have a large donation (more than one box full), please call ahead at 815-589-2045 so staff can ensure space and help with unloading. At this time, the library is NOT accepting adult materials, magazines, textbooks, dictionaries, encyclopedias, videos, DVDs or computer software for the book sale. Please follow the library’s Facebook page for updates and more.

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Edgar Crockett

Corey Kendrick

Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall arrives

By ALEX T. PASCHAL apaschal@shawmedia.com

People lined the streets and waved flags as the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall was escorted into Rock Falls

on Aug. 31. The wall was on 24-hour display at RB&W Park over the weekend.

An opening ceremony was held Sept. 1 with a military flyover and a closing ceremony took place Sunday.

Morrison Department of Fun cancels UTV ride

By CHARLENE BIELEMA cbielema@shawmedia.com

Citing numerous challenges, a oneday, utility-terrain vehicle ride slated for Sept. 9 in Morrison has been canceled.

The Morrison Department of Fun, which hosts community events and spearheaded the ride’s planning, on Aug. 31 announced the Funslinger ride was being canceled because of Illinois’ UTV road laws, inability to get insurance and safety concerns.

“Please take some time and contact your state representatives, county board members and beg them to change the laws,” a Department of Fun Facebook post read Thursday when announcing the cancellation. “We have been trying for years but we need to keep trying. Iowa and Wisconsin allow it and we should be next. Don’t give up. There is local fun to be had.”

Concerns about the planned ride surfaced at Morrison’s City Council meeting Aug. 28. The council approved a parade permit request from the Department of Fun, which was going to start the ride at the Whiteside County Fair-

grounds on the south side of Morrison, travel north on Genesee Street and head to the covered bridge on the north edge of town. The parade designation allows those who do not live in Morrison to waive having a city-issued UTV permit to operate on city streets.

However, before the vote, Morrison Police Chief Pedro Valladares was concerned that a police escort was part of the discussion. He said escorting the parade to the edge of town knowing that Illinois prohibits UTVs on highways and that riders could be heading into towns that did not give permission for the Funslinger ride to drive through could create the appearance that the city of Morrison was endorsing the ride while knowing it would lead to an illegal act.

Department of Fun organizer Amanda Cook was at the Aug. 28 meeting. When Valladares asked her about the route, Cook said route plans were evolving and organizers did not want to release that information to the public because they didn’t want people joining the ride at random places without registering, which would defeat the fundraising purpose and could compromise safety.

“Unfortunately, a lot of these vehicles are illegal on highways and public roadways and even driving on the shoulders is considered part of the roadway and even the other part over off the shoulder is considered state,” he said.

Valladares said he recently had been to a meeting with Whiteside County’s police chiefs. He said none of them had approved the ride coming into their town.

“As I understand it, nobody is OK with just having this happen unless they’ve given permission and, as I understand, none of them have given permission to drive on the roadways there,” he said, adding other towns were not giving one-day passes to UTV drivers to legally drive there.

“It’s getting from place to place that I have a concern about and so do the other chiefs,” he said.

Councilman Josh West said he was concerned that if the parade had a city escort to the edge of town it could appear Morrison was endorsing a ride that would be illegally traveling to other locations outside of town.

“I don’t feel great about that,” West said.

Valladares echoed that concern.

“And that was the concern I had because if it is starting in Morrison, if something didn’t go right or wasn’t following the rules, I’m just looking out for the best interests of the city because that’s what I am paid to do,” he said. “I just don’t want it to happen that way. The last I knew, and that was during that meeting a week or so ago, not one chief indicated during that meeting that they were on board and giving permission.”

The council ended up voting 8-0 to OK the parade permit for the UTVs, which are legal in the city of Morrison, with the motion specifying the council would not approve a police escort and was not endorsing the parade or ride in any manner outside of city limits.

While the Department of Fun announced Thursday that it was canceling the ride, it will proceed with an end-of-summer block party from 4 to 10 p.m. Sept. 9 on Main Street between Genesee and Base streets. The block party will feature music by Creamery Road and is free to attend. All ages are welcome.

Photos by Alex T. Paschal

ABOVE: Art Oldham of Tampico plants a flag in front of one of three names of friends Aug. 31 at the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall in Rock Falls. Oldham paid respects to friends Ricky Lee Doye, John Fordham and Jerry Celletti, who are all from the area . LEFT: Navy veteran Jeff Dever of Prophetstown places a flag on his chair Aug. 31 as he waits for the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall to arrive in Rock Falls.

KAYE M. WILKINS

Born: March 16, 1939 in Geddes, SD

Died: September 1, 2023 in Prophetstown, IL

KAYE MARIE

WILKINS, age 84, formerly of Fulton, IL, passed away on September 1, 2023, at the Allure of Prophetstown, in Prophetstown, IL.

Her funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at the Fulton Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Michael Bell, Pastor of Journey Church, Clinton, IA. Visitation will be from

ALICE C. GARLAND

Born: January 12, 1928 in Ohio, IL

Died: August 30, 2023 in Hiawatha, IA

DEER GROVE - Alice

C. Garland, 95 formerly of Deer Grove, died Wednesday August 30, 2023 at the Hiawatha Care Center, Hiawatha, IA.

4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 5th at the funeral home. Interment will be in Fulton Township Cemetery. A memorial to Allure of Prophetstown has been established.

ALICE C. GARLAND

Born: January 12, 1928 in Ohio, IL

Died: August 30, 2023 in Hiawatha, IA

DEER GROVE - Alice

C. Garland, 95 formerly of Deer Grove, died Wednesday August 30, 2023 at the Hiawatha Care Center, Hiawatha, IA.

Kaye was born on March 16, 1939, in Geddes, South Dakota, to Clarence J. and Vera (Jones) Davis. She embarked on her life journey in Sterling, Illinois, where she received her early education in the local grade schools and attended Sterling High School. On July 2, 1956, Kaye married Larry D. Wilkins in Fulton, Illinois, beginning a lifelong partnership that lasted until Larry’s passing on February 11, 2022. Kaye was a woman who wore many hats throughout her life. She worked diligently at Harbor Crest Nursing Home and local bakeries in Fulton and Morrison, demonstrating her strong work ethic. Additionally, she

ALICE C. GARLAND

ELEANOR LOUISE KEPLER

Born: October 17, 1932

Died: August 25, 2023

Alice was born on January 12, 1928 in East Grove Twp in Lee County, IL the daughter of John and Alice (Donovan) McCoy and was a graduate of Amboy High School. She married Edward J. Garland on August 17, 1946 in Maytown. He died December 5, 1993. Alice was employed for 27 years at CGH Medical Center in Sterling as an account representative. She had also been the owner / operator of Alice’s Prosthesis Shop in Deer Grove for many years. Alice was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Sterling, a past member of the Sterling Family Moose, the former Green River Country Club in Walnut, a past Democratic Precinct Committee person in Hahnaman Twp, and a

Eleanor Louise Kepler, 90, of Morrison, passed away Friday, August 25, 2023, in Sterling, IL. She was born on October 17, 1932, in Athensville, the daughter of Clarence and Irene Duckwiler Edwards. She married Charles Kepler Jr. on April 17, 1954, in Rockford, and he preceded her in death on March 13, 1996.

In addition to her husband, Charles, she was preceded in death by children: Jeffery Kepler, Janice Kepler Todd; and brothers: Danny Edwards, Dale Edwards, and Dean Edwards and sisters-in law, Shirley Edwards and Reba Edwards.

MARILYN R. KOWALSKI

Born: May 26, 1935 in Bloomingdale, IL

Died: August 26, 2023 in Prophetstown, IL

PROPHETSTOWN – Marilyn R. Kowalski, age 88, died at her home Saturday, August 26, 2023.

Marilyn was born on May 26, 1935 in Bloomingdale the daughter of Louis and Alma (Schwertfeger) Heinberg. She married Robert A. Kowalski on July 31, 1971 in Elburn. Marilyn was a Homemaker and enjoyed sewing, crafts and baking. She was a member of St. Catherine Catholic Church in Prophetstown.

Survivors include her husband, Robert of Prophetstown; one sister, Karen Swanson of North Aurora; one brother, Leonard (Karen)

ALICE C. GARLAND

Born: January 12, 1928 in Ohio, IL

Died: August 30, 2023 in Hiawatha, IA

DEER GROVE - Alice

former member of St. Mary Church and Altar and Rosary Society member in Tampico. Survivors include her daughter Patricia Long of Coraopolis, PA; her sons: Thomas (Deb) Garland of Putnam, Mark (Deb) Garland of Beaufort, SC, Edward (Sheila) Garland of Grand Detour, Norbert Garland of Florence, KY, Donald (Mary Pat) Garland of Marion, IA and Phillip (Donna) Garland of Cedar Rapids, IA; 18 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one brother James McCoy and three sisters: Patrice, Lillian and Esther.

C. Garland, 95 formerly of Deer Grove, died Wednesday August 30, 2023 at the Hiawatha Care Center, Hiawatha, IA.

Alice was born on January 12, 1928 in East Grove Twp in Lee County, IL the daughter of John and Alice (Donovan) McCoy and was a graduate of Amboy High School. She married Edward J. Garland on August 17, 1946 in Maytown. He died December 5, 1993. Alice was employed for 27 years at CGH Medical Center in Sterling as an account representative. She had also been the owner / operator of Alice’s Prosthesis Shop in Deer Grove for many years. Alice was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Sterling, a past member of the Sterling Family Moose, the former Green River Country Club in Walnut, a past Democratic Precinct Committee person in Hahnaman Twp, and a

Visitation will be held on Sunday September 3, 2023 from 2-5 PM at the Garland Funeral Home in Walnut. Celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial will follow on Monday at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart Catholic Church

in Sterling with the Reverend Thomas Doyle, Celebrant officiating. Burial will conclude at Holy Cross Cemetery, Harmon.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested in her memory to EWTN Global Catholic Television Network or Newman Central Catholic High School of Sterling, IL.

Born: January 12, 1928 in Ohio, IL

former member of St. Mary Church and Altar and Rosary Society member in Tampico.

Died: August 30, 2023 in Hiawatha, IA

embraced her role as a homemaker with love and dedication. Kaye’s faith was an essential part of her life. She was a former member of the Spring Valley Reformed Church, where she participated in the Spring Valley Echoes. Currently, she was an active member of the Journey Church in Clinton, Iowa, where she served as head of the mission board, taking two mission trips to the Ukraine that touched her heart. Kaye was a talented artist and enjoyed various creative hobbies, such as baking, crafting, cross-stitching, charcoal drawing, and singing.

DEER GROVE - Alice

C. Garland, 95 formerly of Deer Grove, died Wednesday August 30, 2023 at the Hiawatha Care Center, Hiawatha, IA.

Kaye will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her children: Audrey (Irvin) Foltz of Erie, IL, Arthur James (Wanda) Wilkins of Morrison, IL, Karl Dale (Diane) Wilkins of Broadhead, WI, and Lyle Edward (Deb)

Wilkins of Hollister, MO; a legacy that continues through her thirteen grandchildren, five God-grandchildren, thirty-three great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Chris Smith of Geneseo, IL and sisters-in-law Carol Zuidema of Argle, WI and Joyce (Tichler) Wilkins. Kaye was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband Larry; sisters Eleanor, Norma, Marian, and Arlie; brother, Jay Davis; two sisters-in-law, Vivian Sikkema and Joyce (Bush) Wilkins; two brothers-in-law, Phillip and Gordon “Butch” Wilkins.

former member of St. Mary Church and Altar and Rosary Society member in Tampico. Survivors include her daughter Patricia Long of Coraopolis, PA; her sons: Thomas (Deb) Garland of Putnam, Mark (Deb) Garland of Beaufort, SC, Edward (Sheila) Garland of Grand Detour, Norbert Garland of Florence, KY, Donald (Mary Pat) Garland of Marion, IA and Phillip (Donna) Garland of Cedar Rapids, IA; 18 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren.

Kaye’s memory will remain in our hearts, and her legacy of faith and creativity will continue to inspire us.

Survivors include her daughter Patricia Long of Coraopolis, PA; her sons: Thomas (Deb) Garland of Putnam, Mark (Deb) Garland of Beaufort, SC, Edward (Sheila) Garland of Grand Detour, Norbert Garland of Florence, KY, Donald (Mary Pat) Garland of Marion, IA and Phillip (Donna) Garland of Cedar Rapids, IA; 18 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one brother James McCoy and three sisters: Patrice, Lillian and Esther. Visitation will be held on Sunday September 3, 2023 from 2-5 PM at the Garland Funeral Home in Walnut. Celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial will follow on Monday at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sterling with the Reverend Thomas Doyle, Celebrant officiating. Burial will conclude at Holy Cross Cemetery, Harmon.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one brother James McCoy and three sisters: Patrice, Lillian and Esther.

former member of St. Mary Church and Altar and Rosary Society member in Tampico.

Visitation will be held on Sunday September 3, 2023 from 2-5 PM at the Garland Funeral Home in Walnut. Celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial will follow on Monday at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sterling with the Reverend Thomas Doyle, Celebrant officiating. Burial will conclude at Holy Cross Cemetery, Harmon.

She is survived by her son: Robert (Colleen) Kepler, grandchildren: Austin (Morgan Kelly) Kepler, MaryBeth Kepler, Nathan (Jessica) Hinrichs, Nolan Hinrichs, Justin Kepler, Jordan Kepler; and brothers: Gene (Georgetta) Edwards, Larry Edwards, and Lyndell Edwards. Eleanor was a member of the United Methodist Church in Morrison. She enjoyed traveling during the summertime, often going to Arizona or Texas. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great- grandmother.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested in her memory to EWTN Global Catholic Television Network or Newman Central Catholic High School of Sterling, IL.

Alice was born on January 12, 1928 in East Grove Twp in Lee County, IL the daughter of John and Alice (Donovan) McCoy and was a graduate of Amboy High School. She married Edward J. Garland on August 17, 1946 in Maytown. He died December 5, 1993. Alice was employed for 27 years at CGH Medical Center in Sterling as an account representative. She had also been the owner / operator of Alice’s Prosthesis Shop in Deer Grove for many years. Alice was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Sterling, a past member of the Sterling Family Moose, the former Green River Country Club in Walnut, a past Democratic Precinct Committee person in Hahnaman Twp, and a

In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested in her memory to EWTN Global Catholic Television Network or Newman Central Catholic High School of Sterling, IL.

MARILYN R. KOWALSKI

Online condolences may be made at www. garlandfuneralhomes.com

Alice was born on January 12, 1928 in East Grove Twp in Lee County, IL the daughter of John and Alice (Donovan) McCoy and was a graduate of Amboy High School. She married Edward J. Garland on August 17, 1946 in Maytown. He died December 5, 1993. Alice was employed for 27 years at CGH Medical Center in Sterling as an account representative. She had also been the owner / operator of Alice’s Prosthesis Shop in Deer Grove for many years. Alice was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Sterling, a past member of the Sterling Family Moose, the former Green River Country Club in Walnut, a past Democratic Precinct Committee person in Hahnaman Twp, and a

Born: May 26, 1935 in Bloomingdale, IL

Died: August 26, 2023 in Prophetstown, IL

PROPHETSTOWN – Marilyn R. Kowalski, age 88, died at her home Saturday, August 26, 2023.

A funeral service was held at 11:30 a.m., on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, at Williamson Funeral Home in Jacksonville. The family received friends for visitation, at the funeral home, from 10:00 a.m., until the time of the service. Burial immediately followed the service at Oakwood Cemetery in Greenfield. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Morrison United Methodist Church. Condolences may be left online at www. airsman-hires.com.

Marilyn was born on May 26, 1935 in Bloomingdale the daughter of Louis and Alma (Schwertfeger) Heinberg. She married Robert A. Kowalski on July 31, 1971 in Elburn. Marilyn was a Homemaker and enjoyed sewing, crafts and baking. She was a member of St. Catherine Catholic Church in Prophetstown.

Survivors include her husband, Robert of Prophetstown; one sister, Karen Swanson of North Aurora; one brother, Leonard (Karen) Heinberg of Kaneville; numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister in law Evelyn Kowalski.

Private graveside services will be held at a later date in Riverside Cemetery in Prophetstown. Arrangements were completed by the McDonald Funeral Home in Prophetstown. Online condolences may be sent to www. mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com

Online condolences may be made at www. garlandfuneralhomes.com

SALLY CARROLL

Born: December 12, 1938 in Morrison, IL

Died: August 30, 2023 in Hiawatha, IA

Survivors include her daughter Patricia Long of Coraopolis, PA; her sons: Thomas (Deb) Garland of Putnam, Mark (Deb) Garland of Beaufort, SC, Edward (Sheila) Garland of Grand Detour, Norbert Garland of Florence, KY, Donald (Mary Pat) Garland of Marion, IA and Phillip (Donna) Garland of Cedar Rapids, IA; 18 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one brother James McCoy and three sisters: Patrice, Lillian and Esther. Visitation will be held on Sunday September 3, 2023 from 2-5 PM at the Garland Funeral Home in Walnut. Celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial will follow on Monday at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sterling with the Reverend Thomas Doyle, Celebrant officiating. Burial will conclude at Holy Cross Cemetery, Harmon. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested in her memory to EWTN Global Catholic Television Network or Newman Central Catholic High School of Sterling, IL. Online condolences may be made at www. garlandfuneralhomes.com

Sally Carroll, 84, of Cedar Rapids, IA, died Wednesday, August 30, 2023, at Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy in Hiawatha, IA. Her funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, September 4, 2023, at the Morrison Chapel of the Bosma- Renkes Funeral Home with Mr. Ken Renkes officiating. A visitation will precede the service starting at 10:00 AM until the start of the funeral. Interment will be held at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison. A memorial has been established.

Sally was born December 12, 1938, in Morrison, IL, to William and Edna (Gash) Onken.

Sally was educated in the Morrison grade schools and was a graduate of Morrison High School. She then attended AIC in Davenport, IA and Cornell College in Mt. Vernon, IA. Sally married David I. Carroll on March 16, 1958, in Morrison, IL. He died February 26, 2021. She took on various clerical roles over the

LARRY J. STUART

Larry J. Stuart, 79, of Rock Falls, IL, passed on Monday, August 28, 2023. Arrangements entrusted to Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, Morrison, IL. Additional information: www.bosmarenkes.com.

Online condolences may be made at www. garlandfuneralhomes.com

years while employed at HUD, Clinton Police Department, and Data Dimensions in Clinton, IA. Sally was a member of First United Methodist Church in Clinton, IA, and was a former member of the UMW Circle. She also lent her time and talents as a Cub and Girl Scout Leader and as a church and youth Leader. Her commitment also extended into becoming an AGATHA volunteer, a member of the Junior Women’s Club and serving on the Clinton Swimming Pool Committee . She further enriched her community by supporting the learning and library needs at Elijah Buell Elementary School in Clinton, IA. Sally was an avid shopper.

Survivors include two sons, Troy Carroll and Erick Carroll both of Clinton, IA; two daughters, Lynn (Todd) Holverson and Lisa (Curt) Lewis both of Cedar Rapids, IA; seven grandchildren, Josh Carroll, Derick Carroll, Brittany Carroll, Ethan (Alli) Holverson, Mateaus Lewis, Lauren Holverson, Gavin Lewis,; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Irene Ericson of Inwood, WV; one brother in law Terry Carroll of Galena, IL.

She was preceded in death by her husband, David; one grandson, Nickolas; one sister-inlaw, Ginny Carroll.

To send online condolences go to www. bosmarenkes.com

LARRY J. STUART

Larry J. Stuart, 79, of Rock Falls, IL, passed on Monday, August 28, 2023.

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

CRIMES AND COURTS

Judge won’t let Prophetstown anti-abortion activist plead no contest

Two-day trial on Buyno’s attempted arson charge set for Oct. 24 in Urbana

By KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@shawmedia.com

URBANA – The federal judge in the case of an elderly Prophetstown anti-abortion activist charged with trying to burn down a future clinic where abortions will be performed will not allow him to plead no contest.

A defendant who pleads nolo contendere, or no contest, accepts a conviction without admitting guilt.

beliefs, as those beliefs are completely opposed to the expected purpose and use of the building.”

Prosecutors U.S. Attorney Gregory K. Harris and Assistant U.S. Attorney Eugene L. Miller filed their objection Aug. 9.

In his ruling, Bruce agreed with the bulk of their arguments.

The decision to allow such a plea is up to the judge.

“Therefore, there is apparently no religious belief that prevents him from entering a guilty plea, as compared to a plea of nolo contendere.”

Rather, Buyno “appears to be seeking to avoid the deterrent effects of a guilty plea,” Bruce said.

member of an anti-abortion “rescue group” that prevents abortion clinics from being established.

Around 4:30 a.m., he backed his car into the entrance of the Danville building, which was being remodeled into a reproductive health clinic.

The car was filled with containers of gasoline, wood and old tires Buyno planned to use to burn down the building.

Philip J. Buyno

In a ruling issued Wednesday, U.S. Central District Court Judge Colin Stirling Bruce cited several reasons, including the lack of deterrence such a plea might engender not only in future criminals, but also in Philip J. Buyno himself.

Buyno, 73, was indicted June 6 and faces five to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000 if convicted of attempted arson in the May 20 incident in Danville. There is no parole in the federal system.

Buyno admitted to investigators planning, attempting and failing to burn down the clinic, which was under construction at the time.

He filed his request to plead no contest July 25 based on “his religious

POLICE REPORTS

Fulton Police

Aug. 30

Christopher Seesser of Fulton was arrested on a Clinton County warrant in the 1400 block of Fourth Street. He was transported to the Fulton Police Department for processing.

Morrison Police

Arrests

About 9:37 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, the Morrison Police Department responded to the Casey’s General Store for a customer causing a disturbance and refusing to leave the store. During the investigation, it was discovered Richard Fields, 42, of Rock Falls, committed an aggravated battery. Fields was taken into custody and transported to the Whiteside County jail.

As the two laid out in their filing, there are several factors Bruce must consider when deciding whether to grant the rarely allowed plea, among them if such a plea would avoid an expensive and time-consuming trial; whether there are any mitigating factors in the commission of the crime; and if the plea will act as a sufficient deterrent to future crimes.

The trial is expected to last only two days, so the trial’s length is not an issue, Bruce said.

Pleading guilty would result in the same savings, the prosecutors noted in their objection.

The judge also did not find Buyno’s religious beliefs to be a mitigating factor.

“It is not apparent, nor does the defendant articulate, how pleading guilty versus nolo contendere to attempted arson will do violence to his religious beliefs,” Miller and Harris wrote in their objection.

Bruce took a slightly different tack.

“Regardless of the sincerity of his religious beliefs, defendant continues to admit to the conduct charged in this case and does not deny those factual allegations,” Bruce said in his ruling.

Citations

Aug. 18

David Cottrell, 58, Niles, speeding

Aug. 20

Cassandra May, 31, Clinton, Iowa, driving under the influence of drugs

Aug. 24

William Perris, Dixon, operating uninsured motor vehicle

Aug. 25

Leah Harker, 41, Sterling, expired registration sticker

Terome Hamb, 29, Rock Falls, operating motor vehicle with suspended registration

Nathaniel McBride, 33, Morrison, operating uninsured motor vehicle

Aug. 28

Brenda White, 57, Morrison, expired registration sticker

Because the public doesn’t attach the same stigma to a no contest plea as it does to a guilty plea, “if the court were to accept a plea of nolo contendere in this case, it would signal to the public that defendant’s crime was somehow less serious and less deserving of prosecution, thereby reducing the general deterrent effect of a conviction.”

Not only that, but even though Buyno immediately admitted his role to investigators, he also told them that if he were to be released, he would go back and “finish the job” the next day.

Not only did that statement negate Buyno’s acceptance of responsibility as a mitigating factor in the crime with which he is charged, but it also left Bruce “concerned about a deterrent effect on defendant personally” should he be allowed to plead no contest.

“Defendant’s statements in the post-arrest interview, even if construed in part as acceptance of responsibility, cannot be considered mitigating circumstances when taken as a whole.”

A status hearing will be held Oct. 2 and the jury trial will begin Oct. 24 in federal court in Urbana.

Buyno is in the custody of the U.S. Marshal’s Service while his case proceeds.

According to the probable cause affidavit:

Buyno told investigators he was a

Aug. 29

Male juvenile, 16, Morrison, speeding Rochelle Ballard, 44, Lyndon, speeding and operating uninsured motor vehicle Dean Walters, 58, Morrison, improper use of electronic device

The public is reminded these are charges and people are presumed innocent until proved guilty in a court of law.

Teen girl arrested in stabbing of another in Fenton

MORRISON – A 16-year-old girl was treated and released Saturday after being stabbed by another teen girl once

His effort, which was caught on video surveillance cameras, failed when his car doors became jammed shut by the debris, and he couldn’t get out or reach a container of gasoline he had thrown out the window.

He was extricated and arrested.

Buyno told officers during his interview that “if I could sneak in with a gas can and a match, I’d go there again,” and that if he was released from jail, he’ll go back and finish the job, the affidavit said.

Because of Danville’s proximity to the Illinois-Indiana border, interstate commerce would be conducted at the clinic, hence the federal charge.

According to the Chicago Tribune, the building at 600 N. Logan Ave. belongs to McGhee Investment Group of Indianapolis, which also is owned by and has the same address as Clinic for Women, an abortion provider in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Also in May, Danville passed an ordinance to try to curb abortion access by banning the mailing and shipping of abortion pills.

The future clinic became a flashpoint in an ensuing debate over reproductive rights in the city of about 30,000.

in the neck at the Bike Barn, a private motocross track in Fenton, Sheriff John Booker said in a news release Sunday. Deputies responding to 13524 Black Road about 7:45 p.m. found the victim being taken to Morrison Community Hospital by a private vehicle and sent her on via ambulance.

A 17-year-old girl was arrested at the scene. She is charged with aggravated battery, a felony, and is being held in lieu of bond until her initial appearance Tuesday in Whiteside County Court, Booker said.

The court was closed Monday for the Labor Day holiday. No names or hometowns were provided.

Fenton is an unincorporated village six miles southeast of Morrison.

1993: Building boom of condominiums continues in Fulton

60 Years

Sept. 4, 1963

The gleaming new Sinclair service station on 10th Avenue will have a grand opening celebration. Art Balk, who operates Art’s Sinclair Service, is inviting the public to visit the station for special offerings.

The Fulton City Council voted to establish a speed limit of 25 mph on 12th Street on which both the junior high, grade school and high school are located. Also, the steps leading from the newly paved 12th Street to the junior high building were being removed and replaced at no cost to the city. An error was made when the steps were installed.

50 Years

Sept. 5, 1973

The Fulton City Council voted a 4% pay increase for city employees, acted on several proposed city improvements, discussed the proposed park district and acted on other matters at the monthly meeting. The pay increase was adopted by a unanimous vote on a motion by Alderman Craig Smit, chairman of the finance committee. Smit’s motion also included an advance in the hourly pay of part-time police officers from $2.65 to $3 an hour.

Sikkema’s Appliances and Floor Coverings advertised it is offering a

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carpet sale priced from $1.75 to $20 per square yard.

40 Years

Sept. 7, 1983

The board, parents and friends of Community Christian School will dedicate the new K-6 building, which was formerly the Fulton Grade School annex. The annex building went for auction April 9 with a bid of $95,000 by CCS president Arlen Van Zee. Between the auction date and the final closing date of Aug. 1, the CCS board launched a vigorous P-A-I-D fundraising campaign to buy the annex instead of debt. The drive raised more than $104,800.

The law firm of Nelson, Kilgus, Richey and Tusek of Morrison, by its principal member, Lon Richey, has resigned as city attorney. Mayor Maliszewski released a letter from Richey indicating his letter of resignation. Richey’s resignation results mainly from criticism voiced by Mrs. Ruth Kamphuis, who submitted a petition signed by more than 100 citizens, criticizing sharply the action taken by the city in floating a general obligation bond issue to help pay for the marina.

30 Years

Sept. 1, 1993

A building boom continues in Fulton. Two more condominium units are

nearing completion of the D and R Development group and more are being planned. City crews placed road rock on a new roadway on Valley View Drive. The newly constructed roadway leads to newly opened building sites with room for 10 homes. Work began on eight building sites in the north part of Fulton between 10th and Ninth Streets developed by Herman Dierks of Clinton. Work of digging basements for condominium units located just north of the Post Office on Fourth Street are being constructed by Russell Willooughby. Since 1987, Fulton has had $7.8 million in building permits.

Heather Feldt was crowned Miss Flame in the Albany Miss Flame contest. Runner-up was Angela Carlson. Amanda Warren was crowned Miss Spark and runner-up was Ashley Stuart. Taylor Manon, 8-month-old son of Scott and Dorrie Manon, won the Pretty Baby contest.

20 Years

Sept. 3, 2003

Kent Hammer, who was formerly employed for 16 years as the superintendent of the River Bend School District, is no longer an employee of the district either as the superintendent or a consultant. Following a closed meeting, the board took action to terminate

the part-time contract with Hammer. Hammer retired June 30 and had been retained part time as a consultant to help the newly hired superintendent Don Mulch II through the transition period. Residents questioned why the district needed one and a half superintendents when the district was forced to make serious budget cut decisions.

Although not yet formally dedicated, Fulton’s new soccer field located in Drives Park was initiated when Unity Christian High School played the first game on the field against Faith Christian High School. Mayor Howard Van Zuiden had the honor of tossing the first coin to start the game.

10 Years

Sept. 4, 2013

Despite 103-degree heat on Friday afternoon, the staff of Central Bank Fulton were all smiles and gracious for their annual community tailgate party. The community was treated with free hamburgers, hot dogs, drinks, chips and cookies.

The Fulton Steamers opened their 2013 campaign with a win over the Orion Chargers. It was a crossover game in the new Three Rivers Athletic conference. The previous season, the Chargers made it to the second round of the Class 2A state playoffs.

Measuring the anion gap in your blood is discussed

By STEPHEN D. HARRISON, M.D.

The anion gap is determined by a formula that measures the differences of electrolytes in the blood. If your blood is too acidic, the anion gap is too high. If your blood isn’t acidic enough, the gap is too low. There is much more significance attached to an elevated

anion gap as opposed to a low number.

A high number of acidosis could reflect dehydration, diarrhea or too much exercise. More serious conditions include poisons of aspirin and radiator fluid. Kidney disease and diabetes, especially the insulin-dependent type one diabetes, may have more associations with this elevation.

Most sources on the internet indicate that a low anion gap blood test is rare. However, in our practice locally this number is closer to 25%. It may occur because the albumin or protein is too low for a variety of reasons. While there may be rare serious disorders associated with this, the overwhelming maturity are simply incidental.

Occasionally, some medicines will influence the anion gap. In the absence of additional symptoms or risk factors, it is seldom helpful to pursue a low value, although the highs need to be taken more seriously. Some studies suggest a lower limit of 3-4 is more realistic, which would result in far fewer abnormalities.

Tanglewild Farms brings healthy food to the table

By SARAH FORD For Sauk Valley Media

A Morrison family has combined their suburban and rural farmsteads for a small-scale farming business with a growing presence in the region. Thanks to green thumbs, a productive garden and chickens at home, plus cows and meat birds on a rural property, Tanglewild Farms is bringing diversity to the local market by specializing in eggs, beef, vegetables and goldendoodles.

Josh and Jennie Gowan acquired their farmland on Mathew Road, just outside Morrison’s city limits, about four years ago. It previously was owned by Josh’s dad, Larry Gowan, and included nine acres across the road with some barns and a storage shed. After Larry passed away unexpectedly, the house was eventually sold, but Josh kept the nine acres for their family farming dreams.

Josh owns and operates Gowan Concrete LLC, a concrete and excavating business, so he’s able to use the farm buildings to store his equipment. Jennie is a first grade teacher at Northside Elementary School in Morrison. The couple have six kids and together they work the farm to bring healthy food options to their community.

Providing quality food is just part of their roots. Jennie grew up helping her grandparents Bernie and Neva Baar of Baar’s Potato Farm in Fenton. She remembers picking from their large garden then going home to can and pre-

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Farm Bureau Foundation freezer meal fundraiser underway

The Whiteside County Farm Bureau Foundation is taking orders for its annual freezer meal fundraiser, with proceeds to support its educational programs in the county.

The meals are prepared by Custom Catering & BBQ and come prepped and frozen. All you need to do is cook them! Choose from the following: pulled pork, smoked pork chops, barbecue meatballs, broccoli cheese soup, smoked pork loin, meatloaf with sweet potatoes, lasagna, chicken and biscuits, pulled pork mac and cheese and chicken bacon ranch pasta. A meal set (10 meals) includes one of each item, no substitutions. Choose between a small meal set with individual portions for $100 or a large meal set that serves three to five for $190. The deadline is Monday, Sept. 11, and orders can be placed at givebutter.com/freezermeals.

serve all the veggies for winter storage.

“I’m very fond of these memories and want to pass these skills down to my kids, which is how the garden came about,” she said of Tanglewild’s inspiration. Some of their favorites are salsa, corn, green beans, tomato juice, pickles and jalapeno jelly.

At their home on Tanglewild Drive, just down the road from Morrison-Rockwood State Park, the Gowans have been raising chickens for the past six years, a venture that started thanks to Jennie’s classroom chicken unit. Every April, the first grade teachers order fertilized eggs, incubate them in the classroom, teach the class all about chickens and after a week of having “lots of chirping in the classroom,” the chicks go to a farmer who wants them.

The pickup date will be Monday, Oct. 2, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the east end of the Farm Bureau office at 100 E. Knox St. Morrison. If you can’t make it that day, the meals will be kept in the freezer until arrangements for pickup are made.

BHC to host College Night on Sept. 28

Visit dozens of schools during Black Hawk College’s 51st annual College Night from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28, at United Township High School in East Moline.

In one evening, students can visit with representatives from dozens of colleges and universities.

High school students, college students, parents and grandparents can get information on admission requirements, how to apply, tuition costs, financial aid, housing options, majors and transfer options.

“After a few years of doing this, I decided that I would try it out and take the chicks home to raise,” she said of the start of the egg business. She still loves having a flock and selling their fresh and colorful eggs. This past summer, she also started raising quail for their smaller and much prettier eggs.

As for their rural property, which includes pasture, they figured to add some cows last year and more this coming year to “really start to experience farm life.” They also started raising meat chickens last year, which has become a family favorite. Josh made a chicken tractor enclosure, all wrapped in chicken wire so no predators can get in. The tractor is kept in the pasture where the chickens feed on grass and bugs, in addition to their normal feed

Admission is free.

For more information, email info@bhc. edu or visit www.bhc.edu/collegenight. Because of major construction at Black Hawk College, this year’s College Night will be at United Township High School, 1275 Avenue of the Cities, East Moline.

Rock Island County real estate tax is due Sept. 7

Nick Camlin, Rock Island County treasurer, announced the third installment of the real estate tax is due Thursday, Sept. 7. Payments may be made at the County Office Building, 1504 Third Ave. Rock Island in the County Treasurer’s Office from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. except for Saturday and Sunday. There is 24-hour drive-up drop box in the alley/parking lot behind the building. Payments can be made at most locally owned banks and some credit unions in Rock Island County during regular business hours, with the entire statement included.

and scraps.

“The farm is definitely a work in progress. We learn so much each year about the animals and garden and try to improve upon the mistakes we make,” Jennie said of their efforts.

The family dogs are another essential part of Tanglewild Farms, especially after welcoming the first litter of goldendoodles this summer.

“It’s very exciting for us and the kids. We love that we can share these experiences with our family,” Jennie said of their breed.

Jennie goes to the Twin Cities Farmers Market in Sterling every other week to sell produce fresh from the garden, as well as microgreens such as arugula, broccoli and radish blends.

“Many people love the healthiness of these greens,” she said of the nutrient dense sprouts.

She also received her food license this spring so she could sell her line of chocolate chip and monster cookies. The Gowans like to take part in area pop-up markets and they’re planning to be at Fulton’s Fall Fest on Oct. 7. One of their favorite crops to grow is pumpkins and they have several varieties for the fall harvest.

Follow Tanglewild Farms on Instagram and Facebook for updates, ordering information, events and delivery options. Seasonal produce of late includes tomatoes, peppers and carrots, in addition to the eggs, and beef and chicken are pre-order for now. For more information, email tanglewildfarms@gmail.com.

Online payments can be made at www. rockislandcountyil.gov or pay by phone through the automated system by calling 1-855-965-4400 without penalty up until 11:30 p.m. Sept. 7. Payments for both online or automated can be made by credit/debit card, or e-check. A convenience fee will be charged.

To avoid an expected long line, taxpayers are urged to pay by mail or online. Payments bearing a postmark up to and including Sept. 7 are accepted without penalty. Reference PIN number when paying by Online Bill Pay. State law requires a penalty of 1.5% per month or any part of a month for payments not paid or postmarked by Sept. 7. Please contact your local postmaster to assure yourself of how to obtain a Sept. 7 postmark. Please call the County Treasurer’s Office at 309-558-3510 if you have any questions.

Jennie and Josh Gowan of Tanglewild Farms are pictured with microgreens and vegetables at the Morrison Chamber of Commerce Pop-Up Farmers Market on Aug. 10 in downtown Morrison.

Sarah Ford for Shaw Media

Mel and Taft bring smiles to Erie students and staff

By SARAH FORD For Sauk Valley Media

For the students and staff in Erie CUSD 1, the addition of two special staff members has made a huge difference in the learning environment.

The district welcomed Mel, a yellow female Labrador, and Taft, a black male Labrador, as the school’s fourlegged staff in October 2022. The dog’s primary handlers, elementary counselor Amanda Abbott and high school counselor Ryan Winckler, applied for a Therapy Dog Program in 2019 with the Board of Education’s support, though there ended up being delays because of the pandemic.

Secondary handlers are middle school counselor Jon Birdsall and preschool teacher Taylor Hatteberg.

After their approval for the program, all four handlers traveled to Kansas last year to train with CARES (Canine Assistance Rehabilitation Education Services) before bringing the canines back to their new life in Erie. Since then, students and staff have come to adore the lovable Labs.

“Both dogs are off to a great school year,” Abbott said. “They love seeing all of our students in the district again

and they are happy to be back to work.”

The handlers agree that the best part about having Mel and Taft is the positive impact they provide for students and staff.

No one can stay upset, mad or sad

Erie School

District counselors Amanda Abbott and Ryan Winckler are pictured with therapy dogs Mel (left) and Taft at “Meet the Panthers” on Aug. 18.

Both dogs are used as incentives for students.

For example, if a student fills a behavior chart or a challenge chart, they can meet with Mel or Taft. The dogs can be found in the classrooms, at school events, riding a bus or in the hallways – wherever they are needed, the team answers the call.

“Mel and Taft have changed the way that we work,” Abbott said. “Both dogs have the amazing ability to calm an upset student in a much quicker manner because the student knows that the dog is there to love them, comfort them and console them with absolutely no judgment.

“Not every professional therapy dog is trained to the level that Mel and Taft have been trained and we are so proud of them and the entire CARES Inc. organization that provided us with these amazing dogs. Our dogs have been through extensive training that allows them to be amazing in their daily jobs.”

with Mel and Taft around.

“Our students know and understand that the dogs love them unconditionally and the dogs never miss an opportunity to show our students that love and compassion,” Abbott said.

School staffers agree that Mel and Taft have brought so many smiles to the district and they’re so thankful to them every day. If you would like to follow Mel and Taft’s journey, you can find them on Instagram @melandtaft.

$20 early online registrations: Must be received

(Walk-ons are accepted the day of the event for $25) Squares/circles are limited; first-come, first-served! Participants receive:

• A “palette” for mixing colors

• Color mixing instructions

• A logo t-shirt, and

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Erie First Responders to host 9/11 Memorial Service

A sunrise memorial service in honor of the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001, will be held at the Erie Fire Station starting at 6 a.m. Sept. 11. Attendees will gather in the street in front of the station. Chairs and coffee will be provided.

The service will start at 6:30 a.m. with a procession of first responders and bagpipes played by Derek Grant. After welcoming remarks, flags will be planted and prayers for the fallen will be given. There will be reflection and prayers for first responders. The service will end at 6:55 a.m.

Whiteside County Sheriff’s Fishing Derby is Saturday

The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office and Mounted Patrol 50th annual Youth Fishing Derby will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at the Rockwood State Park marina in Morrison. Registration will

begin at 8:30 a.m.

The free fishing contest is open to ages 15 and younger. Prizes will be awarded to all youth participants. Grand prizes will be awarded for the largest fish (total length) in each category. Special prizes will be awarded for individual efforts. A parent or guardian must sign for each child.

Block Party in Morrison on Saturday

Join the Morrison Department of Fun for an “End of the Summer Block Party” from 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, on Morrison’s Main Street between Genesee and Base streets. The event is free and will feature live music by Creamery Road, sponsored by Double G Saloon and Brick Block Pub. Feel free to bring chairs; there will be some picnic tables available.

Constitution Day Rally planned in Morrison

Save the date for a Constitution Day “I

PROPERTY TRANSFERS FOR WHITESIDE COUNTY

Whiteside County

Warranty deeds

Kat Real Estate Holdings LLC to Niemann Holdings LLC, 928 First Ave., Rock Falls (Save A Lot), $1.35 million.

Newkirk 212 LP to Kat Real Estate Holdings LLC, 928 First Ave., Rock Falls (Save A Lot), $0.

NKremainder Interest LLC to Kat Real Estate Holdings LLC, 928 First Ave., Rock Falls (Save A Lot), $0.

Sally A. Renkes to Joseph D. and Terri L. Monnin, 43 Meadow Lane, Prophetstown, $160,000.

Natalie Amesquita, now Duis, to Jason Wolber, 803 North St., Sterling, $115,000. Rap and Associates Inc. to Bradford Parks LLC, 1501 W. Fourth St., Sterling (Woodlawn Mobile Home Park), $750,000.

Joyce J. Long to James Helms, 1905 E. 23rd St., Sterling, $200,000.

Evan D. and Marie J. Clark to Bradley and Ashley Dunlap, 24299 Hillcrest Drive, Sterling, $200,000.

Select Employees Credit Union to Leopaldo Paz Ramirez and Martha L. Ruiz Serrano, 612 15th Ave., Sterling, $80,000.

Jacob T. and Vanessa Wessels to Julia Gomez and Timothy W. Cox Jr., 1801 11th Ave., Sterling, $148,000.

Brooks Soleta to Isaac M. Steffes, 909 Washington St., Prophetstown, $85,000.

Michael A. Wagenecht to Got Realty LLC, 505 Meadow Lane, Morrison, $78,500.

Jeff and Jody Alls to Joseph and Heather Nelson, 9209 Star Road, Erie, $55,000.

Kelly George, also Howick and formerly Kelly Jo Julian Severing, and Vincent A.

Love America Rally” on Sunday, Sept. 17, at Veterans Memorial Park, 150 E. High St. in Morrison. The inaugural event is presented by P.A.N. (Preserve America Now) and the community is invited to celebrate America with fellow citizens and scheduled patriotic speakers. Express your love of the country by wearing America-themed clothing and waving your American flag. Seating is not provided. For more event details, call P.A.N. at 773-507-3000.

BBQ Cook-Off on Sept. 23 at Prophet Hills

Prophet Hills Country Club in Prophetstown will host an inaugural BBQ Cook-Off on Saturday, Sept. 23. Competitors must be registered by Sept. 17. The contest is free to enter. Contestants will be judged on presentation, taste and texture. Competitors must bring their own meat to smoke and cook. There will be three open categories: brisket, whole chicken and ribs. The meat must be cooked on-site and

boxes must be turned in by 2:30 p.m. The winner of each category will win $150. The grand champion (participating in all three categories) will win $300. Call the clubhouse at 815-537-5226 or 815-6316018 for more information.

Albany Western Garden Railroad Open House is Sept. 9

The annual Albany Western Garden Railroad Open House will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at 102 Lime St. in Albany. The family-friendly event is free and open to the public. This year, guests are invited to bring their classic or show vehicles to display.

Since 1998, Kevin Huggins of Albany has welcomed visitors to his home on the first Saturday after Labor Day for viewing of his garden railroad display that features a collection of HO-scale trains and buildings. Check out the display and explore the machines and railroad memorabilia throughout the yard.

Glowacki to Charles Yost, 805 W. Park St., Morrison, $63,500.

Loretta J. Larson to Joseph Anthony and Erika Lynne Candella, 28454 Bertha Drive, Rock Falls, $215,000.

Thomas H. Vos and Terri A. Merema to Tylor M. and Taylor J. Rus, 518 Christopher St., Morrison, $155,000.

Marie Ann Bray to John Seifert, 1107 N. Bluff St., Albany, $175,500.

Michael L. Britt to Brianne E. Wolf, one parcel on Rock Ridge Drive, $13,000.

James P. Helms to Jason Heath and Johanna Tillie Baldwin, 21631 Buell Road, Sterling, $380,000.

Shane W. and Angela K. Ferguson to Hunter M. Ferguson, 19470 Creamery Road, Morrison, $150,000.

Executors deeds

Glenn Robert Norman Sr. Estate to

Gordon R. Sigel, 103 N. Washington St., Tampico, $29,900.

Alice B. Middleton Estate to Steven Vanhorn, 2004 E. Sixth St., Sterling, $110,000.

Deeds

Whiteside County sheriff and Jake D. Walls to Pennymac Loan Services, 1209 13th Ave., Sterling, $0. Whiteside County sheriff and Robin Jay Hoffman Jr. to Amerihome Mortgage Co., 809 E. 14th St., Sterling, $0. Whiteside County sheriff and Todd Stern to U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs, 502 W. Eighth St., Rock Falls, $0. Whiteside County sheriff and Katie McCauley to United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, 720 Seventh St., Erie, $0. Source: Whiteside County Recorder’s Office

FOOTBALL: MORRISON 22, PRINCETON 21

Mustangs take down Class 3A’s No. 1-ranked team

Freshman Josh McDearman kicks game-winner to stun top-ranked Princeton

By KEVIN HIERONYMUS khieronymus@shawmedia.com

On a night when a full moon rose over Bryant Field, a freshman placekicker who had never played football before won the game for Morrison.

Freshman Josh McDearmon kicked a 27-yard field goal in the final seconds to lift the Mustangs to a 22-21 upset win over Associated Press Class 3A No. 1-ranked Princeton.

It was the last thing McDearmon, who was a soccer player by trade, ever thought he’d do when he woke up Friday morning. He was such an obscure pregame factor, his name was not listed in the Morrison roster.

“No, not at all,” said McDearmon, who spent the past four years playing soccer. “It was a lot of pressure, I guess. I just had to set my goal on making that one field goal.”

Morrison coach Nathan Vandermyde knew his team would be up for the challenge to play the No. 1-ranked Tigers.

“We knew coming in they were a quality opponent,” he said. “They had guys in every single spot, but I had faith in my guys and I told them all week, ‘We can make some noise. We can do something.’”

“I want them to enjoy this tonight and then get ready to work on next week. Just a steppingstone to where we want to go.”

The Tigers (1-1) took a 21-19 lead with 45 seconds left when junior quar-

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Volleyball

Fulton 3, Northeast (Iowa) 0: At Goose Lake, Iowa, Miraya Pessman compiled eight kills, 12 assists, four aces, nine digs and a block in a nonconference win for the Steamers.

Ava Brown added seven kills and two blocks, Annika Hackett and Brooklyn Brennan (12 assists) had six kills each and Resse Germann had 11 digs.

Annawan 2, Morrison 0: At Annawan, the Braves downed the Fillies 25-10, 25-19.

Leaders for Morrison were Kaylee Pruis with nine digs, Elle Milnes with three kills

terback Will Lott led them to paydirt with two passes, including a 30-yard scoring strike to classmate Noah LaPorte with just 45 seconds left. Carlos Benavidez added the PAT.

Princeton coach Ryan Pearson said Lott had a “gutsy play sticking in the pocket” on the touchdown pass.

Chase Newman took over for quarterback Colton Bielema, who left with a cramp, and promptly threw a 30-yard pass to Daeshaun McQueen to put the Mustangs in striking range at the Princeton 10 with eight seconds left.

“Knew we had to take a shot, 16 seconds left. My goodness, I’m glad the shot worked,” Vandermyde said.

Vandermyde turned to the freshman, McDearmon, to win the game, even though he had never seen him in a game situation before.

“We didn’t get a chance to get a good look at him last week with the heat because we were inside like everybody else across the state,” Vanderhyde said.

and a block and Jordan Eads with two digs and three assists.

Sherrard 2, Morrison 0: At Sherrard, the Fillies lost to the Tigers 25-16, 25-18.

Morrison was led by Jordan Eads with eight digs, five kills and three assists, Kaylee Pruis with six digs, five kills and two blocks and Bella Duncan with four digs, four assists and three kills.

Fulton 2, Galena 0: At Fulton, the Steamers defeated the Pirates 25-19, 26-24.

Leaders for Fulton were Miraya Pessman with eight kills, 12 assists and See ROUNDUP, Page 12

“We pushed it back a week, but, yeah, he came out. He’s been playing soccer the past couple years. [We thought] absolutely, throw him in.

“I can’t say it was in the game plan to go down and kick a game-winning field goal, but I called a timeout and brought him and said, ‘Hey, you got it?’ He said, ‘Yeah, I got it.’ Perfect, put him out there and he drilled it.”

It was a tough loss for Princeton just two days after earning the No. 1 ranking in 3A. Three interceptions and eight penalties for 90 yards, including a pass interference, proved too costly to overcome.

“We go through the same script every week. When we came out, we weren’t running the plays we were supposed to be running,” Pearson said. “When you’ve got the target on the back, you’re going to get the absolute best from every single team you play. Unfortunately, we saw what happens when we don’t play our best game.”

“Too many penalties, execution errors. I’m not sure who were tonight.”

Bielema lifted the Mustangs to a 13-0 lead on a pair of TD passes. He connected for a 19-yard score to New-

man with 4:50 left in the first quarter and a 58-yard strike to Brady Anderson on the first play of the second quarter.

The Tigers got one score back on an 1-yard touchdown run by Ace Christiansen to pull to within 13-7 at the half.

Casey Etheridge, who scored four touchdowns in last week’s season-opening win at Monmouth-Roseville, capped a nine-play, 47-yard scoring drive with a 3-yard run to give the Tigers their first lead of the night at 14-13 with 6:52 left in the third quarter.

After a pass interference on Princeton sent the Mustangs to the Tigers’ 36, Bielema followed with a touchdown pass on the next play to regain a 19-14 lead with 5:30 left to play in the game.

“It seemed like the bounces didn’t go our way. Bottom line, we just didn’t play our best game tonight,” Pearson said. “Hats off to Morrison. They came over here and played a heck of a football game. I felt like they deserved to win tonight.”

Morrison won the meeting against Princeton in 1945, 7-6, and now the last one with the Mustangs, leaving the Three Rivers next year for the NUIC. The Tigers hold an 8-4 series edge.

Antique Engine & Tractor Association will be hosting the following 2023 coming events: www.ae-ta.com

Antique Engine & Tractor Association will be hosting the following 2021 coming events: www.ae-ta-com

To be held at the show grounds located 3 miles east of Joslin, IL off of Rt. 92 or 9 miles North of Geneseo, IL off of Rt. 92

To be held at the show grounds located 3 miles east of Joslin, IL off of Rt. 92 or 9 miles North of Geneseo, IL off of Rt. 92

62ND ANNUAL ANTIQUE ENGINE & TRACTOR WORKING FARM SHOW

60TH ANNUAL ANTIQUE ENGINE & TRACTOR WORKING FARM SHOW

SEPTEMBER 17TH, 18TH, & 19TH OF 2021

SEPTEMBER 15TH, 16TH, AND 17TH 2023

Demonstrations, Exhibits, Great Food, Flea Market

Demonstrations, Exhibits, Great Food, Flea Market, Train Rides

Featuring Minneapolis- Moline Tractors & Implements

Featuring International Tractors & Implements

COUNTRY THYME CRAFT SHOW

COUNTRY THYME CRAFT SHOW

Saturday, November 13th 9am to 3pm

Saturday November 11th 9am to 3pm

Sunday, November 14th 9am to 2 pm

Saturday November 12th 9am to 2 pm

Contact June (309)781-2206

Contact June (309) 781-2206

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CROSS COUNTRY: OREGON OPEN

Erie-Prophetstown’s Charlie Link takes fifth at Oregon Open

OREGON – Official team scores are not kept at the Oregon Open cross country meet, but it is the first major checkpoint of the season to see how individuals stack up, especially with 30 schools present.

E-P girls got a 12th from freshman Sarah Link (21:47) and 24th from senior Jillian Norman (22:44).

On the boys side, E-P made a claim as a force to be reckoned with among area teams. With seniors Charlie Link claiming fifth at 16:56, Lucas Dreisbach 12th at 17:40 and Jacob Gibson 25th at 18:17, E-P would have been near the top in the team standings with perennial powers Rockford Christian and Riverdale.

“The boys are chomping at the bit,” E-P coach Liz Green said.

Link broke the team record (held by his brother Christopher) for the Oregon meet by 30 seconds. Considering he is coming off a broken leg and lost a month and half to training this summer, that is an impressive start.

“My motivation is to get the team back to state,” Link said. “Before the sectional last year, I hurt my foot and couldn’t run.”

Green has Link doing more swimming and biking as a means to prevent further injury.

“Obviously, he wants to run, but he’s getting used to it,” Green said.

2023 SAUK VALLEY

Erie-Prophetstown’s Charlie Link sprints to the finish line at the Oregon Open Cross Country Meet on Sept. 2 at Oregon High School. He finished fifth in 16:56.5.

Photos by Earleen Hinton/Shaw Local Riverdale’s Mattea Wuest races to the finish line at the Oregon Open Cross Country Meet on Sept. 2 at Oregon High School. Wuest finished 18th out of 122 runners in 22:24.

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three digs, Brooklyn Brennan with 11 assists, six digs, five kills and four aces, Annaka Hackett with seven kills and Resse Germann with 11 digs and six assists. Reese Dykstra added five kills for the Steamers.

Boys Golf

Fulton 152, Warren 216, West Carroll 235: The Steamers easily outpaced the Warriors and Thunder in an NUIC triangular at Fulton Country Club.

Medalist Zach Winkel led Fulton with a 36, runner-up Dawson Price shot a 37, Jacob Voss fired a 39 and Brady Read added a 40 in the 64-stroke win. Owen Van Zuiden shot a 42 and Chase Dykstra added a 44 for the Steamers.

Riverdale triangular: At Port Byron, host Riverdale won the three-team event with a 151 overall score. Mendota took second at 172 and Erie-Prophetstown shot 190.

Grady Jones and Owen Aughenbaugh each shot 42s to lead Mendota. Dane Doyle was close behind with a 43. Cale Strouss carded a 45.

Blake Geun’s 42 led Erie-Prophetstown. Caden VanHorn shot 43.

Fulton 155, East Dubuque 187: At Lacoma Golf Club, the Steamers improved to 9-0 with a win over the Warriors.

Fulton was led by medalist Owen Van Zuiden’s 36, runner-up Jacob Voss’ 39 and Zach Winkel and Brady Read with 40s. Chase Dykstra (43)

and Dawson Price (44) also competed for the Steamers.

Hall 176, Erie-Prophetstown 189: At Hall, the Panthers came up short against the Red Devils. Erie-Prophetstown was led by Caden Van Horn’s 46, Blake Geuns and Colin Ashdown with 47s and Sawyer Copeland’s 49. Zach Murphy (61) and Dane Ryan (62) also competed for the Panthers.

Fulton 161, River Ridge/Scales Mound 164: At Eagle Ridge North Golf Course, the Steamers improved to 10-0 with an NUIC crossover win over RR/SM.

Fulton’s Owen Van Zuiden was the medalist with a 37, and teammate Jacob Voss shot a 40 as the co-runner up. Chase Dykstra tallied a 41 and Zach Winkel added a 43 in the 3-stroke win. Girls Golf

Geneseo triangular: Lillian McWilliams shot a 45 to earn the meet’s medalist honor and help Erie-Prophetstown to a second-place finish (203) behind host Geneseo (194). Rock Island (208) finished third.

Princeton triangular: At Wyaton Hills Golf Course, Princeton won the three-team event with a 214. Erie-Prophetstown finished second with 217 and Ottawa was third with 240. The Panthers’ Izzy Johnston was the medalist with a 48. Hannah Huisman carded a 54, Jaelin Hawkins shot a 57 and Lillian McWilliams added a 58 for E-P.

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Earleen Hinton/Shaw Local Erie-Prophetstown’s Kallie Wiseley (3) goes up to block a spike by Freeport Aquin’s Ainsley Stovall during Oregon High School’s 2023 Volleyball Tournament Sept. 1 at the Blackhawk Center in Oregon.

CHURCH LISTINGS ALBANY

Albany United Methodist Church

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

Pastor Toni Lucas

Faith Center Church

511 3rd Ave. North, Albany

Senior Pastor Ray Gimenez

Pastor Arlen VanZee Church Phone: 563-212-4032

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

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 United Methodist Church 10019 Main Street, Fenton

Pastor Peter Kicheon Ahn - 224-580-5074 pastor.kitcheon@gmail.com

FULTON

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

Pastor Dan Jongsma

First Reformed Church 510 15th Avenue, Fulton, 815-589-2203

Pastor Charles Huckaby

Fulton Presbyterian Church

311 N. 9th St., Fulton, 815-589-3580

Pastor Rev. Catherine Martin www.fultonpreschurch.org email: fultonpres@mchsi.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

Spring Valley Reformed Church

10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton 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. Eugene Baker, Pastor 815-948-2181 or 309-507-3283

Hooppole Zion Methodist Church

Pastor Dan Wright - Church 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.

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

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 Larry Kidwell, Minister - 970-488-9651 lkidwell51@gmail.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

Fulton

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

Phone 815-772-4047

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church 601 N. Jackson St., Morrison www.stpetersmorrison.com

Interim Reverend David Andermann

Morrison Christian Reformed Church www.morrisoncrc.org

300 W. South St. - 815-772-4657

Pastor Kevin Verhoeven bethelrevkev@gmail.com

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 David Efflandt

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 Street North, Port Byron Church Office: 309-523-2396

Email: portbumc@frontiernet.net

Jim Crozier, Pastor

Becky ButterfieldYouth and Family Life Pastor

Kathy Crozier - Spiritual Director

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 Kicheon Peter Ahn - 224-580-5074 pastor.kicheon@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 - 815-438-2530

Church phone - 815-438-6105

CHURCH BRIEFS

Boots and Bibs to perform at Messiah’s Harvest Fest

Messiah Lutheran Church will showcase the musical talents of Boots and Bibs during its September Harvest Fest from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10. Boots and Bibs is a country/blues duo who entertain audiences with covers and originals. The duo is Jerry and Carmin Wells.

Messiah’s Praise Band, Rhythm of the Spirit, also will perform. There will be food, crafts and outside games. Canned food and monetary donations will be taken for the Upper Rock Island County Food Pantry at Messiah Lutheran Church.

The church is located at 302 11th St. in Port Byron.

Saturday Praise at Heritage Park in Erie

Erie United Methodist Church will host Saturday Praise at Heritage Park, 421 Highland Ave. in Erie, at 6 p.m. Sept. 16 and Oct. 21.

Come be part of a contemporary, relaxed worship experience where all are welcome to come as you are and gather for song, fellowship and inspiration for your week ahead.

First Reformed Church’s worship and activities

The football and cheerleader breakfast will be at 7 a.m. Friday, Sept. 8. Services are livestreamed on Facebook. Go to www.facebook.com/groups/ firstfulton to join the group and see the services.

For more information, go to www. firstrcafulton.org.

Fulton Presbyterian Church’s worship and activities

Fulton Presbyterian Church, located at 311 N. Ninth St., invites you to join them for worship at 9:30 a.m. Sunday. Rev. Catherine Martin will deliver the message.

Boy Scouts will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday in the Outreach Center.

Christian Education for children and teens will meet at 5:45 p.m. Wednesday. The Sit-N-Sew group will meet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday.

Bell Choir practice is at 6 p.m. Thursday. Choir practice is at 7 p.m. Thursday. For more information, go to www. fultonpreschurch.org or call the church office at 815-589-3580.

The Table at CrossView Church’s menu

The Table, a free community meal, is held each Wednesday at CrossView Church, 703 14th Ave. in Fulton. Serving begins at 5:30 p.m. and runs to 6:15 p.m.

Brent Dykstra,

In River City Mall

1426 10th Avenue, Fulton 815-589-2200

Join us for worship at 9 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 10, at First Reformed Church, located at 510 15th Ave. in Fulton. Guest speaker Rev. Ron Eckburg will bring the message and the choir will sing. Coffee and refreshments are available after the service during the social time in the library.

Creative Crew will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13.

Senior meals will be available at 11:30 a.m. Fridays at the church.

Sept. 13: Chicken and noodles, green beans, rolls, apples with caramel

Sept. 20: Spaghetti casserole, corn, applesauce, dessert

Sept. 27: Scalloped potatoes and ham, Jimmy John’s bread, watermelon, dessert

Oct. 4: Chili, crackers, cinnamon rolls, Jello cups, desserts

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

Photo provided by Boots and Bibs

Boots and Bibs will be the featured entertainment at Messiah Lutheran’s September Harvest Fest on Sept. 10.

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QUALITY ASSURANCE LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

Wyffels Hybrids is looking for a Qualit y Assurance Laboratory Technician to join one of the fastest growing independent seed companies at our Atkinson, IL facility. The Lab Technician will assure the quality of Wyffels Hybrids seed by assisting in germination and purity studies. The lab technician will conduct seed quality testing, operate testing equipment, maintain documentation and records, as well as assist with seed inventory sampling, preparing & planting summer plots as well as prepare samples for off site testing

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in plant science or plant Pathology or related degree programs.

Preferred certified RST, RGT, CVT, or CGT or willingness to obtain

Apply Online at www.wyffels.com/jobs

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Enrollment Management Specialist

Assist & guide public & College staff w/ verification of enrollment management process. High school or GED with 3-5 yrs of customer service required; associate's preferred.

A pply online: https://jobs.svcc. edu/ postings/1733

Academic Advisor & Retention Specialist

Bachelor's in education or related, 3 yrs in an educational setting; computer skills, excellent written/oral communication skills required.

A pply online: https://jobs.svcc. edu/ postings/1783

Adjunc t Faculty, CNA

Current license as RN (or eligibility for license) in IL, two (2) years of experience, Train the Trainer, & an approved evaluator certification or MSN & approved evaluator certification required.

A pply online: https://jobs.svcc. edu/ postings/1702

Adjunc t Faculty, Geography

Masters in Geography or 18 graduate credit hrs in Geography required

A pply online: https://jobs.svcc. edu/ postings/1700

Assistant Softball Coach

A pply online: https://jobs.svcc. edu/ postings/1699

Sauk Valley Community College

Attn: Human Resources

173 Illinois Route 2 Dixon, IL 61021 EOE

e-mail: employment@svcc.edu

We exist to provide gravity-flow storage solutions that save our customers space, time, energy, and money We accomplish this by doing the right things, all the time, for our company, employees, and customers.

Mallard Manufacturing in Sterling

This position exists to lead the manufacturing efforts of two (2) production facilities in order to meet customer requirements for quality and delivery. In addition, it exists to maintain and enhance the facilities and equipment in order to meet Mallard's production schedule and Strategic Plan

Major Outcomes / Responsibilities: ensures the highest-quality product is manufactured and delivered by leading the optimization of engineering and production efforts ensures on-time delivery of customer orders by leading the optimization of process flow ensures highest labor efficiency and lowest labor cost through active involvement in recruiting, training, scheduling and productivity ensures a continuous improvement culture thrives at Mallard by leading and implementing a mindset of “How can we do this better?”

Education / Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Bachelor's in Engineering: Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing or related Operational Experience: 8-10 yrs in manufacturing (fabrication and assembly)

Equipment Experience: 3-5 yrs in operations which includes lasers, press brakes, robotic welding, and assembly automation Technical Management Experience: 3-5 yrs at a plant manager or manufacturing engineering manager level

We're 200 employees strong and growing . . . Come join our team!

Our Benefits include: 401(k); Dental insurance; Health insurance; Disability insurance; Paid time off Email resume to: hiring@mallardmfg.com

We exist to provide gravity-flow storage solutions that save our customers space, time, energy, and money We accomplish this by doing the right things, all the time, for our company, employees, and customers.

Mallard Manufacturing in Sterling

This position exists to provide outstanding IT infrastructure support - hardware, software, network and phone systems - to our Mallard team. This will be accomplished by ensuring all IT systems remain operational and reliable. In addition, this position exists to continually evaluate emerging technologies to prepare Mallard IT Systems for the future - scalability, reliability, sophistication, and security.

Major Outcomes / Responsibilities: optimize and maintain 99.99% reliability of Mallard's computer network and tech services maintain an expert knowledge of IT best practices, technologies, policies, and regulations optimize technologies to maximize information / company security ensure a continuous improvement culture by actively seeking and implementing enhancements to processes, procedures, hardware and software.

Education / Qualific ations / Skills / Experience:

Education - Degree or Certification in an IT/Computer Science field Experience - 3-5 years in IT systems/networking

Experience in implementing, configuring, and testing IT solutions

Strong planning and organizational skills

Outstanding communication skills - including writing, speaking and active listening

Strong creative and analytical thinking

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We're 200 employees strong and growing . . . Come join our team!

Our Benefits include: 401(k); Dental insurance; Health insurance; Disability insurance; Paid time off

Email resume to: hiring@mallardmfg.com

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