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Gloria Rumph, Charlie Rasso, and Carl Zastrow, all of Albany, picked up trash and debris along the riverfront at Dolan Memorial Park in Albany on Saturday, April 17. The members of the Albany Riverfront Development Committee joined with the River Cities Rotary Club to take part in the Mississippi River clean-up, an initiative of The Mississippi River Runs Through US Rotary Club initiative.

LOCAL NEWS

Erie Prom Dress Prep

Bark Park Donation

Trafficking Free

Free prom dresses are available. / 4

$500 is given towards the new dog park. / 5

Fulton commits to battling human trafficking. / 7

WHAT’S INSIDE Police Reports.................................... 6 Glimpses of the Past........................12 Property Transfers............................. 9

Sports............................................. 20 Church News............................. 16-17 Classifieds ..............................21-24

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DEATHS

24 pages • One section

Donald D. Berry, William E. Connelly, Pauline Wiersema, Marian J. Dykema, Page 10

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LOCAL NEWS

Erie Prom Dress Prep

Bark Park Donation

Trafficking Free

Free prom dresses are available. / 4

$500 is given towards the new dog park. / 5

Fulton commits to battling human trafficking. / 7

WHAT’S INSIDE Police Reports.................................... 6 Glimpses of the Past........................12 Property Transfers............................. 9

Sports............................................. 20 Church News............................. 16-17 Classifieds ..............................21-24

Published every Tuesday by Sauk Valley Media, a division of Shaw Media Illinois

DEATHS

24 pages • One section

Donald D. Berry, William E. Connelly, Pauline Wiersema, Marian J. Dykema, Page 10

YOUR ENVIRONMENT

Fulton Journal • Tuesday, Apr 20, 2021

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BY SARAH FORD FOR SHAW MEDIA The Mississippi River shoreline got a spring cleaning from some hard-working River Cities Rotary members and community volunteers on April 17. Rotary teams spent a couple hours Saturday morning cleaning up litter in Rapids City, Cordova, Port Byron, and Albany as part of a national project co-sponsored by the Mississippi Rivers Runs Through US Rotary Initiative, United Nations Environment Programme, Mississippi River Plastic Pollution Initiative, and the National Geographic Society in conjunction with the University of Georgia. As part of that citizen science initiative, the volunteers used a marine debris tracker app to log what was found and where it was found, said Toni Lucas with River Cities Rotary Foundation Chair. She said the coordinated volunteer effort in Albany, along with the Albany Riverfront Development Committee, gathered enough trash from approximately one mile of shoreline to fill three dumpsters. Finds included two mailboxes, several tires, and a door, among other more mundane things. Target areas were Schuler’s Shady Grove boat ramp in Rapids City, Rotary Park in Port Byron, River’s Edge Park in Cordova, and the municipal ramp and Dolan Memorial Park in Albany, with hun-

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Volunteers at the Cordova clean-up location included mayor Jim Boone, Karen Lonergan, and village trustee Harvey Sothmann on April 17. dreds of pounds of debris picked up for proper disposal. River Cities Rotary meets every Tuesday at 7:15 a.m. via Zoom, though they hope

to resume meeting at the Brothers Restaurant in Rapids City by May. For more information, contact Joe King at RiverCitiesRotary@gmail.com.

FULTON

Fulton Council approves balanced budget BY SARAH FORD FOR SHAW MEDIA After a budget hearing with no public comments, the Fulton Council unanimously approved the 2021-22 fiscal year municipal budget at their meeting on April 12. Total property taxes were projected at $256,586, nearly $10,000 higher than the previous year, and total licenses and permits were projected at $55,550, the same as last year. Total sales and usage tax were projected at $1,079,000, compared to $1,115,000 last year. Non-departmental revenues were projected at $11,700, compared to $42,700 in last year’s budget. Miscellaneous revenues were projected at $97,698, with last year’s being $106,473. Total general fund revenues and expenditures were projected at $1,513,628, a 4.2% decrease

from last year’s amount of $1,577,142. Results from a recent online survey regarding use of golf carts and off-highway vehicles (OHV) on city streets were presented next, with the public input survey yielding 510 ‘yes’ votes and 31 ‘no’ votes. Police Chief Nick Neblung said he would move forward in crafting an ordinance for the board to vote on. Rules will include mandatory safety equipment, annual inspections and permits, and guidelines for where the vehicles could travel. The council also approved the Blessing of the Bikes for June 6, and the Bluegrass Festival at Heritage Canyon on June 26. They voted to install a 4-way stop sign at the intersection of 10th Ave. and 9th St. They also approved the FOP Union contract, as well as a three-year SRO contract with River Bend School District, effective August 2021.

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Fulton City Council approved the Bluegrass Festival at Heritage Canyon on June 26.

COMMUNITY

With each passing day Morrison Community Hospital gets closer to the grand unveiling of its $20,500,000 expansion. Workers are putting finishing touches on some parts of the project while other parts are still in the framing and reconstruction mode. Each phase of this project has been completed with the utmost attention to safety and convenience, officials said in a press release. “Every detail to make this facility patient-friendly has been addressed.” the release said. The expansion includes a new Emergency Department, Operating Room, Lab; Expansion to the Radiology Department; eight new Medical Surgical Rooms; and increasing clinic space. “This expansion will also include

us having to increase full-time employees in many departments,” the release said. “We’re recruiting professionals who want to grow their careers in a dynamic and inspiring environment, both clinical and non-clinical. Whether you want to explore your potential at a community-based hospital or an ambulatory clinic, you’ll be part of a system that’s at the forefront of evidence-based medicine and patient-centered care.” Positions are posted at www. morrisonhospital.com. For nursing applicants contact Sherri Garcia, Chief Nursing Officer at sgarcia@ mchstaff.com of 815-772-5524. For laboratory positions contact Ronelle Burmeister, Laboratory Director at rburmeister@mchstaff. com or 815-772-5535

A new Emergency Department is included in the expansion.

RETIREMENT

Assistant Chief retires from PBFD BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

After 22 years of volunteer service to upper Rock Island County communities, Assistant Chief Mike Johnson is hanging up his hat at the Port Byron Fire Department/Rapids City Fire Protection District and riding off to the East Coast to spend retirement with loved ones. Johnson was joined by his wife Sherry and fellow firefighters on Tuesday, April 13 at the Port Byron Fire Station, where they celebrated his contributions and dedication. He was applauded for his work in the field as well the department, such as making the digital presentations for the annual firefighters’ dinner and awards night. “Mike has been a leader in the department for many years and his boots will be hard to fill. From his leadership to his fellow firefighters to his commitment to the community through safety education, he will be missed. It makes me sad to see my longest friend from the department moving on, but I understand and wish him and Sherry joy and happiness in the next chapter of their lives,” said RCFPD Chief Don Carey. Cordova Fire Chief Chuck Smalley thanked Johnson for responding to all the mutual aid calls in Cordova over the years, telling him “he’s been good for Cordova and will be sorely missed by everybody.” Johnson recalled one of his most memorable calls to 3M in Cordova, joking about getting scrubbed down with a bristle and driving a firetruck without clothes due to contamination. He also spoke of the time he was acting chief while Carey recovered from a health scare, thanking Carey for the hard job of leading the department and keeping it fun despite the nature of the work. Johnson also thanked all the younger firefighters

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Asst. Chief Mike Johnson, left, and Fire Chief Don Carey, are pictured at the going-away party at the Port Byron Fire Station on Tuesday, April 13. for stepping up on the department and dedicating themselves to a risky but rewarding profession that is needed in small towns. His fire service career started in Colona in 1976. Johnson retired from John Deere Davenport several years ago and became a welding instructor at Blackhawk College. The Johnsons will be moving to North Carolina to be closer to their son Douglas, who lives and works in Virginia. Their new chapter of life will include enjoying retirement, grandkids, and the sun. “We got to move on and enjoy life,” he told his fellow firefighters.

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Controlled burn at Albany Mounds By Sarah Ford For Shaw Media

A controlled burn filled Albany Mounds State Historic Sitewith smoke for about an hour on Saturday, April 17. The fire was part of a class hosted by IDNR, Prairie Land Conservation, and the Albany Mounds, with Tom Wilson and Candace Ritchie teaching students from all over the state. The field day allowed them to finish out their National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) coursework and receive accreditation as woodland firefighters. The prescribed burn, which was last performed at the mounds a few years ago, will rejuvenate the prairie preserve and lead to better growth of native plants. Members of the Albany Fire Protection District were on standby during the burn.

A controlled burn filled Albany Mounds State Historic Site with smoke for about an hour on Saturday, April 17. Sarah Ford/For Shaw Media

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Morrison Community Hospital construction getting closer to completion

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RIGHT: Erie High School resource officer Jessica Adams (left) and administrative assistant Ali Steimle show two of the 70 dresses they gathered over the previous weekend to give away to prom-bound students. ABOVE: Adams and Steimle gathered about 70 dresses for students to make their selections. Photos by Sarah Ford for Shaw Media

Free prom dresses are available to Erie students By SARAH FORD Sauk Valley Media

ERIE – Prom dresses in all sizes, colors and styles will be given to any Erie student who wants one, thanks to the whirlwind weekend collection efforts of two Erie High School employees. School resource officer Jessica Adams and administrative assistant Ali Steimle spent the previous weekend gathering and preparing for the giveaway. Adams made a public callout for prom dress donations Friday, and within a day, she had received numerous calls, messages and offers of dresses worn only once or twice. She spent a good portion of the weekend driving around and collecting the dresses, while Steimle managed a school drop-off site Saturday. By Monday evening, 70 dresses were on display in the school’s commons area, where any student could pick one out for the April 24 dance. A few pairs of shoes also were up for grabs. Adams and Steimle discussed doing a giveaway last year, but like many beloved traditions, the 2020 prom was canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s prom date was

announced in March, giving the duo enough time to gather dresses and get the word out. A few girls picked out their dresses Monday, and a few more are expected to shop after their sports commitments and testing. Adams also wants to open the dress collection to other schools such as Prophetstown. “We’re fortunate. We got a good selection,” she said, adding that sizes range from 2 to 22. Adams even contributed her “vintage” prom dress, a flowery black gown she wore to the United Township High School prom in 1998. A few other vintage dresses were on the racks, along with the lacy, the sequined and the sparkling. With 47 junior and senior girls this year, they have more than enough for this year, so dresses not chosen will be stored until next year’s giveaway, Steimle said. “Many students already had their dresses this year, but a few were struggling and we were able to help,” Adams said. “It was worth it. We’re just getting this off the ground.”

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Sullivan’s Foods customers donate to Bark Park

Morrison American Legion recognizes 50-year member

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A huge thank you to Sullivan’s Foods customers for donating to the future Morrison Bark Park. A total of $600 was donated. Customers could choose to donate $1, $5, $10 or $20 during March at the register as they checked out. Thank you to Sullivan’s for facilitating the paw print donations. Pictured is Karla Burn, Bark Park committee member, accepting a check from Danny Baker, Sullivan’s Foods store manager, on behalf of On the Move with Parks and Recreation.

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During the April meeting of Morrison American Legion Post 328, Dewey Mulnix was presented with a 50-year continuous membership certificate. Mulnix is a life member of American Legion Post 328 in Morrison. He was presented the certificate by lifelong friend and past commander Terry Jones. Post 328 is at 306 E. Main St., and meets on the second Monday of each month. All veterans are encouraged to attend a meeting and should inquire about membership. Other posts in the area are increasing their dues to $40 while Morrison has opted to keep its dues at $35 a year. Post 328 is always seeking new members. Post 328 recently started a Queen of Hearts raffle, which is hosted by Hero’s Tap in Morrison. Queen of Hearts information is at post328.com. Legion information is at MorrisonAmericanLegion.org. Pictured is Jones (left) presenting the continuous membership certificate to Mulnix.

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WHITESIDE NEWS

Rollover crash in rural Morrison On Sunday, April 11, Whiteside County deputies investigated a single-vehicle rollover crash at U.S. Route 30 and Hillside Road in rural Morrison. An eastbound vehicle driver by Deanna Clifton, 32, of Sterling lost control and left the roadway, struck a culvert and rolled. The driver, the only occupant, had to be extricated from the vehicle by the Morrison Fire Department. Clifton was taken to an area hospital for minor injuries. The crash remains under investigation, with a citation pending. Deputies were assisted by the Illinois State Police and the Morrison Fire Department and Ambulance Department. Steve Siefken - Shaw Media

POLICE REPORTS Fulton

She was released with a notice to appear. April 12 April 9 Mary Ann C. Webb of Fulton was cited Trae M. VanZuident of Fulton was for disobeying a stop sign at Route 84 cited for speeding at Route 30 and Sand Road. He was released with a promise to and Route 136. She was released with a promise to comply. comply. April 15 April 10 Claudia N. McElya of Fulton was cited Katelyn R. Berg of Clinton, Iowa, was cited for operating a vehicle with expired for operating a vehicle with expired reglicense plates and operating an uninsured istration. She was released with a promise to comply. vehicle in the 400 block of 14th Avenue.

Morrison

Citations March 10 Randi J. Wittenauer, 20, Sterling, improper U-turn and expired registration March 12 Helen M. Null, 69, Morrison, failure to yield at intersection (accident) March 13 Male juvenile, 17, Clinton, Iowa, speeding, operating in violation of restricted

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license and unlawful possession of cannabis Tremayne E. Cluke, 29, Clinton, Iowa, unlawful possession of cannabis (ordinance) March 14 Nancy R. Carlson, NA, Morrison, parking on sidewalk (ordinance)

Individuals named in the above reports have been accused of a charge. They are presumed innocent until proved guilty.

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FULTON – Mayor Mike Ottens of Fulton recently signed a proclamation to designate the city a TraffickingFree Zone, a program created by the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking and locally promoted by the Sisters of St. Francis Franciscan Peace Center. Proclaiming a community a TraffickingFree Zone encourages residents to come together to arrest and prosecute sex buyers instead of the victims who are being sold, educates officials and citizens about the crime of sex trafficking, and uses technology to reduce demand. Fulton is the first city in Illinois to publicly and officially declare that human trafficking will not be tolerated in the community, and the Fulton Police Department is the first law enforcement agency in the state to train all of its officers in effectively identifying and responding to crimes of human trafficking. “The city of Fulton is sending a clear message to sex traffickers and buyers that human

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Fulton Mayor Mike Ottens (left), with the support of Fulton Police Sgt. Nick Neblung, recently signed a proclamation to designate the city a TraffickingFree Zone. trafficking will not be tolerated in our community. It also sends a message to our most vulnerable citizens that we are watching. City employees and the police department, as well as our businesses and churches, are looking out for you,” Ottens said. “We are proud to partner with the U.S.

Institute Against Human Trafficking to declare our city a TraffickingFree Zone and serve notice to all potential sex traffickers and buyers in Fulton and the surrounding area that our most vulnerable citizens will not be bought and sold. We thank the Sisters of St. Francis for bringing this

program to our attention and encouraging Fulton to sign on.” USIAHT’s program focuses on raising awareness and reducing the demand for sex-trafficked victims through collaboration with community members and leaders, law enforcement, businesses, schools, health care organizations, churches and the media. Professionals are equipped with awareness resources, strategies to reduce the risk of human trafficking, and knowledge of how technology is used in trafficking situations. When these sectors are activated and working in unison, the TraffickingFree Zone community can expect to see a significant decline in demand. “All of our officers and staff now have the tools to identify traffickers and buyers, uncover the crime, implement second and third-level questioning procedures for traffic stops and other contacts,” Chief of Police Nicholas Neblung said. “Thanks to the training provided by USIAHT,

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our department is better educated on types of traffickers and buyers, victim recruitment and grooming strategies, indicators for identifying victims and the profile of sex buyers. The Sisters of St. Francis of Clinton, Iowa, Associates and Sojourners oppose all forms of human trafficking, which violate basic human rights and exploit vulnerable people. They put forth their efforts to end this heinous practice. The Clinton Franciscans, in the spirit of Saint Francis and Saint Clare, are called to contemplation and continual conversion and are sent as instruments of God’s peace. They promote active nonviolence and peacemaking, seek justice for those marginalized, and care for creation. Anyone interested in joining the Sisters’ anti-trafficking committee should call Lori Freudenberg, community outreach director of the Franciscan Peace Center at 563-2427611 or visit www. ClintonFranciscans.com.

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GARDENING

Fulton’s Spring Plant Sale scheduled for May 8

Finally looking forward to spring weather, we are all somewhat anxious to get outside into the yard to do some gardening. As you anticipate what changes and improvement you wish to make, consider coming to the annual Fulton Plant Sale on Saturday, May 8. There is always a nice selection of plants to choose from for your seasonal proj-

ects. Primarily perennials with some annuals will be available. This sale operates solely on donated specimens from area gardens. If you have plants you no longer want or need to split, dig them up and bring them to the Cattail Park just north of Fulton (follow 8th Avenue out of town toward the Fulton Golf course) on Friday, May 7 from 1:00-

7:00 pm. Gardeners will be there to re-package your donations for the sale on the following day. The actual sale will start Saturday, May 8 at 8:00 am – noon. Most plants are priced at $2 and up. Come early for the best selection. Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions concerning planting tips and recommended plant

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10 OBITUARIES

DONALD D. BERRY

at the Fulton Township Cemetery in Fulton, IL. Born: May 24, 1942 A memorial has been established to Full Died: April 9, 2021 Gospel Church of Centerpoint, P.O. Box 102, ERIE – Donald D. Berry, of Centerpoint, LA 71323. Erie, IL, passed away Pauline was the oldest of nine children born unexpectedly on April 9, to Harold R. and Gertrude (Kooi) Abbott. She 2021. was a 1939 graduate of Fulton High School. Funeral services were held After graduation she worked at Fidelity Life Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at Association in Fulton. She married Maurice J. Runge Mortuary and Crematory in Davenport Iowa. Interment was “Moose” Wiersema on April 25, 1941. While her husband served in the U.S. Army in the at Davenport Memorial Park Cemetery. European theater during World War II, Pauline Memorials may be made in Don’s name to worked at Schick Hospital in Clinton, Iowa, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. walking the Lyons Bridge each day from Don was born on May 24, 1942 in Ava, Fulton to work. Missouri to Doyne and Verdia (Leek) Berry. Pauline enjoyed fishing in Minnesota, On September 3, 1964, he married Patsy golfing, bird watching, playing the piano, and Baenziger in Las Vegas, Nevada. They enjoyed attending to her lush flower gardens. In her 42 years of marriage until her passing in later years, she enjoyed visiting both her 2006. Don enjoyed hunting, fishing, Louisiana and Illinois grandchildren. She was bee-keeping, playing cards with his poker a tea-partying, BB gun-shooting, not-afraidgroup, and spending time with family and to-get-dirty kind of grandma. friends. One of her greatest joys was her relationThose left to cherish his memory are his ship with her brothers and sisters, who not children, Michael Berry, Ella (Gary) Bright, only shared memories and meals but assisted and Cindy Berry (Michael Beyer); grandsons, with her care in her later years. James Collin, Joe (Keegan) Strabala-Bright, Pauline was a member of the former Ryan Collin (Katie Cook), Jordan Bright, Cody Beyer (Brittany Volquardsen) and Jace Bright; Second Reformed Church of Fulton, where great-granddaughters, Madolyn, Addison, and she served on many committees and taught Sunday School. She was a Girl Scout and Cub Kenleigh; brother John Berry; sister, Sue (Dale) Meumann; many nieces and nephews; Scout Den Mother when her children were young. She was a lifelong member of the and special friend Kay Dobbins. Fulton Country Club. He was preceded in death by his parents Survivors include her daughter Maureen and wife. Oblanc of Baton Rouge, LA, son Brian (Jan) Wiersema of Cherokee, IA, and son Philip PAULINE WIERSEMA (Kathy) Wiersema of Prophetstown; Died: February 9, 2021; Prophetstown grandchildren, Richard (Bridgette), Courtney FULTON – Pauline (Craig) and Drew; four great-grandchildren; Wiersema, 99, a life-long two great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Mrs. resident of Fulton, Illinois, Jane Webber of Fulton, Mrs. Nancy Proulx of passed away at Allure of Florida, and Mrs. Barbara Krick of Camanche, Prophetstown, Illinois, on IA, brother Bruce Abbott of Clinton, IA, and February 9, 2021. many nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be She was preceded in death by her husband, held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 24, 2021, at the Maurice; her granddaughter, Sherrye Fulton Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, preceded by a visitation that begins at Willbanks; her son-in-law, Larry Oblanc; brothers, Robert, Art, and Richard Abbott; 10 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Richard sister, Betty Hancock; and several sisters-and Rambo, associate pastor at Full Gospel brothers-in-law. Church of Centerpoint, LA. Interment will be

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He was preceded in death by his wife of 72 years, Jean; one son, Kent E. Connelly; one daughter-in-law, Kathy Connelly; and four sisters, Evelyn Vandorphy, Dorothy Wilson, Velma Adams and Marjorie Connelly. To send online condolences, go to www. bosmarenkes.com

Born: February 10, 1925; Tampico Died: April 11, 2021; Sterling STERLING – William E. Connelly, 96, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, April 11, 2021 at CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL. A private family funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Morrison, IL, officiated by Rev. Father Slawomir Zimodro. A visitation will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at the Morrison chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home. Interment will be at Grove Hill Cemetery, Morrison, IL. In lieu of flowers, a memorial may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church. William was born February 10, 1925 in Tampico, IL to William Edward Sr. and Grace (Renner) Connelly. Bill was educated in the rural Whiteside County and Bureau County grade schools and attended Tampico High School. He married his first and only love, Jean P. Mickley on November 27, 1943 in Tampico. She died April 1, 2016. Bill engaged in farming in Whiteside and Bureau counties his entire life. He was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the Whiteside County Farm Bureau. He also served as a board member and treasurer of Mt. Pleasant Mutual Insurance Company. He was known as a “Jack of All Trades” and was able to fix anything in the house and on the farm. Bill enjoyed golfing, fishing, square dancing and cherished spending time with his grandchildren. Bill made over 300 wooden crosses, inspired by his son, Kent, that he loved to give away to those who touched his life. Survivors include one daughter, Laura A. Maas of Rapid City, SD; four sons, William J. Connelly of Morrison, IL, Gary L. Connelly of Casa Grande, AZ, Randal E. (Kristin) Connelly of Rapid City, SD and Thomas E. (Debra) Connelly of Wenatchee, WA; 19 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Born: September 1, 1939; Chicago Died: April 16, 2021; Clinton, Iowa MORRISON – Marian J. Dykema, 81, of Morrison, IL, died Friday, April 16, 2021 at MercyOne Clinton, in Clinton, IA. Her funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at the Morrison Christian Reformed Church, with Rev. Kevin VerHoeven officiating. A visitation will be held prior, from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Interment will be in Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison. Memorials to the American Cancer Society and Morrison Christian Reformed Church have been established. Marian was born September 1, 1939, in Chicago, to Ralph and Gertrude (Vander Molen) Keizer. She was educated in the Morrison schools and graduated with the class of 1957. She was united in marriage with Dale L. Dykema on July 11, 1959. He passed away on June 28, 2011. She was a member of the Morrison Christian Reformed Church. Survivors include a daughter, Sara (Gene) Medendorp of Morrison; a son, Scott Dykema of Warsaw, IN; two grandchildren, Jacob Medendorp of California and Jodi (Ryan) Scott of Cordova, IL; two great-granddaughters, Rory Paige and Corinne Jae Scott; a sister, Lois (Leo) Gelwicks of Mt. Carroll, IL; four sisters-in-law, Luann Keizer, Luyen Westerhof, Joan (Bob) Jackson and Barb (Allen) Bush; and one brother-in-law, Cyrus Brock. Besides her husband Dale, she was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Gertrude; her mother, Ann Keizer; one sister, Jane Brock; two brothers, Ralph Keizer Jr. and Robert Westerhof; one sister-in-law, Renee Westlund. To send online condolences. go to www. bosmarenkes.com

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a force that transforms the world. Each year, we shine a light on the people and causes that inspire us to serve, recognizing and thanking volunteers who lend their time, talent and voice to make a difference in their communities. In Carroll, Lee and Whiteside County, there are over 175 volunteers who inspire youth involved in local 4-H programs.

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VOLUNTEER WEEK Celebrate 4-H volunteers during National Volunteer Week Volunteers play a vital role in supporting 4-H youth clubs and programming. University of Illinois Extension’s 4-H youth development program honors its 6,000 volunteers during National Volunteer Week, April 18-24. 4-H volunteers are the caring adults

who are empowering and preparing youth for success as 4-H members provide service to others and in their communities. Today’s 4-H youth are engaged in diverse learning experiences where they practice skills employers want; grow and distribute food to communities in need; steward our natural resources; identify local issues and initiate positive change in local, state,

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For Shaw Media What started off as a hobby has become a growing business now that people are venturing out and word of mouth is spreading. J & C’s Rocks & More, located at 928 14th Ave. in Fulton, offers beautiful specimens of gems, stones, and crystals, plus a myriad of handmade items, all from the comfort of a home. The home-based business is the work of Charity and Jamie Moog, who decided to give their rock shop idea a try in May 2020, even during the Covid-19 pandemic. They registered as an LLC and built display cases, filling them up with their rockhounding finds. The home setting was a way to keep overhead costs down, which is reflected in the pricing of their items.

“Our main goal is to make available what nature makes,” said Charity of their rock and gem specimens. They source about 50% of the gemstones from reputable dealers, and the other 50% they collect themselves. The couple stay active in their rockhounding adventures and may adjust shop hours on occasion to make time for trips. They get geodes from Keokuk, IA, quartz clusters and points from Arkansas, and calcite from Columbus Junction, IA. They carry fluorescent sodalite – a rock that glows under UV light – which comes from Lake Michigan beaches, plus linwood quartz clusters from Buffalo, IA. A friend in Hong Kong ships out fluorite and skull carvings, and another friend brings in petrified wood.

Besides the display pieces, which also include amethyst, pyrite cubes, onyx, diamond dewdrop geodes, and various agates, Charity makes jewelry from the stones, with pendants, hemp bracelets, and necklaces and anklets for sale. Affordability is important for the couple, with the prices kept low so anybody can enjoy a special rock or gemstone. During the summer, the couple will be offering “crack your own geodes” during business hours. Kids (and adults) can pick out their own stones and help with the cracking process, which reveals a core of crystals. Geodes large and small - including one weighing 104 pounds - decorate the landscape around the home. Charity hopes her whimsical and nature-inspired decorations brings smiles to those who pass by. She also crochets, knits, embroiders, sews, alters, and hems, with a sewing porch room dedicated to her craft. Shelves and wall space are filled with items for sale, including hand towels, washcloths, hats, masks, doll clothes, and more. She can alter wedding and prom dress-

es, and a jean hem costs $5. She also lace crochets for special orders for Dutch Days. “It keeps me pretty busy and keeps me out of trouble,” she laughs. Also keeping her busy is her curious pets - Hank the Pomeranian/ papillon mix, and Sarah and Cinnamon the cats. They greet visitors from behind a gate and appreciate any head scratches and attention. Charity is also setting up a greenhouse with plans to grow herbs and cleansing sage this season. The home-based business has gone better than planned, with talk of expanding the space to make room for more displays of rocks and crystals. The couple purchased the home in 2016, with Charity happy to settle in her hometown. “We have a good time doing it. I enjoy talking to people,” she said. Shop hours are 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturdays, and closed on Sunday and Monday. The shop will be closed April 29 - May 1 for another rockhounding adventure. Follow J & C’s Rocks & More on Facebook for updates and deals.

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PUFA stands for polyunsaturated fatty acid BY STEPHEN D. HARRISON, M.D. If you believe your doctor is correct when they tell you not to eat red meat and are not willing to look at the facts, please do not read this article. If, on the other hand, you are old enough to remember McDonald’s original french fries cooked in beef lard as the best fries you’ve ever had, this article may help shed some light on a misunderstood concept: fat. While the medical profession says it is fighting obesity and its consequences, the profession is indirectly promoting it. Let’s start with points of agreement. Obesity is a problem. There are good fats and bad fats. Mono unsaturated fat such as olive oil is good. Now for the differences. Saturated fat is not bad.

The medical profession has vilified saturated fat as though it were synonymous with clogging your vessels. They have not provided a shred of evidence in 50 years. They have picked on red meat and coconut oil simply because they are saturated and not because they have evidence. The grand experiment of reducing red meat has not provided a corresponding reduction in heart disease. There has been a reduction in sugar consumption that has not been as helpful as was projected for health outcomes. There is a culprit, though it has been ignored. Enter PUFA. This stands for polyunsaturated fatty acid. Think vegetable oils. Vegetables are good for you. Vegetable oils are almost always bad for you and cooking in them amplifies their toxic impact.

Let’s look at the science. Unsaturated fats lack hydrogen bonds that make them more unstable and more prone to oxidation, which is not a healthy thing for our bodies. Think of an apple turning brown to understand oxidation. The oxidation process in the PUFA is toxic to the body. This is the science in a nutshell. Now for the application. The French paradox with lower heart disease is explained by a diet high in saturated fats and low in PUFA. The Israeli diet and worse outcomes is because of high PUFA. Indeed, the increase in our country of PUFA has been associated with all kinds of bad health outcomes from obesity to heart disease and even cancer. Inflammation is the common theme. PUFA is the common ingredient. Some distinguish natural PUFA in

GLIMPSES OF THE PAST - FULTON 60 Years

April 19, 1961

Every farmer in the area is eligible to win a $6,000 tractor for free in the National L-P Gas Council’s On-The-Farm giveaway. First prize is the giant 81-horse power model. There is nothing to do but fill out an entry form at Rus Bros. L-P Gas Co. Voters approved a $75,000 sewage bond, with 585 favorable votes and 218 against. Mr. Warren Wiersema was elected the new mayor.

50 Years

April 21, 1971

April marked the end of an era for Fulton when Mrs. Rena Wiersema closed the doors to Hill Top Grocery. This is the last of the “neighborhood” grocery stores. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Shear and Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Shear, David, Betsy and Melinda took a train trip into Chicago. Harold works at the train depot in Morrison and wanted his grandchildren to take a ride before the train is discontinued May 1.

40 Years

April 22, 1981

The Gateway and Mark Morris bridges will be free

of tolls “on or about July 1, 1982” according to a statement in the planning section of the Iowa Department of Transportation. Jane Orman is one of five women chosen for Women of Action Awards by the Clinton YWCA. She was chosen for her contributions to the community through leadership, religious commitment, youth activities, health concerns and as “unsung heroines.”

30 Years

April 17, 1991

City employees Roy Nelson, Robert Doescher and Dale Green planted 30 sapling trees at the sewage p l a n t o n S ou th F ou r t h Street. The trees had been donated to the city by Carol Miller, a former board member of the Whiteside County Hospice Association. Terri Reynolds received a special Golden Eagle Award at a ceremony. The award was presented by Jane Orman, president of the Board of Education of the River Bend School system. The award read, “Presented to Terri Reynolds for her many hours of volunteer work with the Albany Grade School cheerleaders and classes.” The award is given for outstanding contributions to the school system.

nuts and seeds that are not cooked as less trouble than the cooked variety. The problem is many of us, including restaurants, employ PUFA for cooking, which aggravates the problem. By the same token, grass fed meat has far less problems associated with it than grain fed. Scientists have acknowledged that our consumption of omega-6 is too much relative to our omega-3. We have been given lots of recommendations to increase measures such as fish oil supplements. These oils are generally full of PUFA and not proved beneficial despite their widespread use. This should not be construed to pick on real fish provided it is not cooked in vegetable oil. Processed foods are typically high in PUFA and therefore associated with poor health.

IN BRIEF 20 Years

April 18, 2001

Parts needed to grind grain have arrived and were unloaded into the windmill. Millers assisted the city crew with the unloading of parts. Three members of the Molema firm flew into Chicago, and after a good night’s sleep, began work at the mill. After the swearing in of new mayor Howard Van Zuiden, he appointed Randy Balk as the new city administrator. Van Zuiden has not yet appointed a new alderman to take Balk’s place in the First Ward.

10 Years

April 20, 2011

The Mississippi River was out of the banks. Flood stage for the area is 16 feet. Current readings show the river is at 20.3 feet. It is expected to crest Wednesday, April 20, or Thursday, April 21, at about 21.4 feet. The 1965 level was 25.03 feet. U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin met with the director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons to urge him to identify funding for the acquisition of the Thomson Correctional Center to open as a federal maximum security prison.

Join Whiteside Forum in celebrating Earth Day

The Whiteside Forum invites you to join it at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 22, via Zoom to celebrate Earth Day with guest speakers Jennifer Drayna, the education manager, and Jared McGovern, the curator of conservation programs, at the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium in Dubuque, Iowa. This is an opportunity to learn more about local ecosystems, what you can do to preserve them, and to ask questions. For more information, go to www.rivermuseum.com/. For a link to the event or more information about the Whiteside Forum, contact Marc Adami at ardami@mchsi.com or 815-772-4949.

Master Gardeners present shade garden tour

While hosta plants come in various colors, sizes, textures and bloom times, there are many more shade-loving beauties from which to choose that often will give the gardener a similar effect. Whiteside County Master Gardeners have prepared a Demonstration Shade Garden at the University of Illinois Extension office on Lawrence Road in Sterling. The Demonstration Garden is a communal project of active Master

Gardeners. Members have brought plants from their personal gardens to share for the project. One Master Gardener is the coordinator, designing the layout for the plants in order to maximize each plant’s unique qualities and display each properly. Plants are labeled with a corresponding booklet describing color, size, bloom time and the distinguishing features of each plant. Join the Whiteside County Master Gardeners from 1 to 3 p.m. May 1 for a presentation on the shade plants in the Demonstration Garden, as well as a tour of the Demonstration Shade Garden. Each participant will receive a shade garden booklet. The presentation also will include shade-loving plants not in the Demonstration Garden. Registration is limited to 25 participants. Register at go.illinois.edu/ WhitesideShadeTour or by calling the Whiteside County Extension office at 815-632-3611. For information, contact Mary at mnelsn25@illinois.edu. Participants will be required to follow social distancing guidelines. The Master Gardeners will present a container workshop from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, May 22, at the Whiteside County Extension office in Sterling. The program is free, but registration is limited to 25 participants. Registration is at go. illinois.edu/WhitesideContainer.

State Rep. Tony McCombie is officially launching her 5th annual Summer Reading Club for elementary school students who live or go to school in the 71st District. The Read- Tony McCombie ing BUZZ program is offered to encourage students to start or continue positive reading habits. “I have always been an avid reader and, as you can imagine, goal driven,” McCombie said. “I want kids to join our reading challenge and hopefully make memories they share later in their lives. Reading was a passion of my Grandma Reagans’ and we shared a lot of time together reading. This program could be a time for families to unplug, enjoy the quiet and each other’s company.” Reading BUZZ challenges elementary school students to read eight books before Aug. 13. Pamphlets are being electronically distributed to schools and libraries,

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FFA state celebrations are back with in-person events BY KAY SHIPMAN FarmWeek

Illinois FFA state celebrations will look different from previous years with in-person regional events, a shortened state convention and livestreamed coverage of all events. “Sound the trumpets. We are thrilled to announce that we are going to be in person for three regional events and for a condensed state convention, as well as livestream all of these events,” Mindy Bunselmeyer, Illinois FFA executive director, said in a statement. Rather than a multiday event on consecutive days in June, state FFA convention sessions will occur on different days in regional locations with outdoor venues. Some standards, such as the business session and some state contests, will be virtual, similar to 2020, while others have been canceled this year. In-person sessions will occur in regional locations because some school

districts are not allowing students to participate in overnight events, Bunselmeyer said. Kicking off the state FFA celebrations, the convention business session will be virtual May 28, starting at 3 p.m. In-person regional events will be June 1 at CornBelters Corn Crib baseball park in Normal, June 4 at the Southern Illinois University Saluki Stadium in Carbondale and June 9 at the Grandstand on the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield. Bunselmeyer stressed all COVID-19 protocols will be enforced. Those attending must wear masks even if they’ve been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, observe social distancing and remain with their FFA chapter or family group. On June 8, a condensed, in-person state FFA convention will start at 3 p.m. in the state fair Grandstand with the presentation of top state FFA awards. New state FFA officers will be elected June 10 by chapter delegates at the Grandstand.

Niabi Zoo reopens; tickets must be bought online COAL VALLEY – Niabi Zoo has reopened to members and the public. The zoo has reopened at 25% capacity and with temporary restrictions in place. All guests, including zoo members and pass holders, must buy tickets online at niabizoo.com before visiting. Guests can choose between two daily three-hour time frames: 9 a.m. to noon (last entry at 11 a.m.) or noon to 3 p.m. (last entry at 2 p.m.) The biodiversity and reptile buildings will be open.

Later this spring, a white rhinoceros, a first at the Niabi Zoo, is scheduled to arrive. Face coverings (mask or shields) will be required to enter through the front gates, inside open buildings, on the train and carousel, in the restrooms and gift shops, and anytime groups or individuals are closer than 6 feet. Hand washing and sanitation stations are installed around the zoo. Find Niabi Zoo on Facebook or go to www.niabizoo.com for information.

The Family of Mary J. Ballard would like to thank everyone so much for their kindness, support, heartfelt condolences, memorials, prayers, and to all who helped in any way for our loss. A very special thank you to Father Toni Kretowicz, also to ICU staff at Unity Point Health Trinity Rock Island and Unity Point Hospice staff. The care, thoughts, and prayers will be with us today and always. May God Bless. The family of Mary J. Ballard

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The Rock Island Rotary Club and the Rock Island County Extension & 4-H Education Foundation awarded the 2021 Bert Blood Memorial Scholarships at the April 13 Rotary Club meeting held via Zoom. Three Rock Island County 4-H high school seniors gave presentations about their 4-H experiences and then were notified of their award amounts. Two Riverdale students received a 2021 Bert Blood Memorial 4-H Scholarship. Katelyn Oleson received a $1,500 scholarship. She is the daughter of Eirik and Tara Oleson of Cordova. Katelyn will graduate in May from Riverdale Senior High School. She is an 11-year member of the Buccaneers 4-H Club, where she has served as club president, treasurer and photographer. Her 4-H projects included showing horses, rabbits, dog obedience, dog care, photography, photo editing and first aid. Among her favorite community service projects was the time she

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Morrison Christian Reformed Church www.morrisoncrc.org 815-772-4657 300 W. South St. Pastor Kevin Verhoeven bethelrevkev@gmail.com

PORT BYRON Bethel Baptist 27308 108th Ave. N., Port Byron Church Phone: 309-523-3352 Pastor Lee Williams Church of the Cross United Methodist Church 22621 IL 2 and 92, Port Byron Pastor Angel Gomez Parish Office: 309-523-9101 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 Port Byron - 309-523-2421 Peace Lutheran Church ELCA 20828 Friedens Road, Port Byron Interim Pastor: Nancy Jaster www.peacelutheranil.org - 309-523-2295 Port Byron Congregational Church 200 N. High Street, Port Byron Rev. Michael Rubino - 309-523-2318 Port Byron First United Methodist Church 9412 228th Street North Port Byron, IL 61275 Church Office Phone: 309-523-2396 Email: portbumc@frontiernet.net Jim Crozier, Pastor

Becky Butterfield Youth and Family Life Pastor Kathy Crozier - Spiritual Director

PROPHETSTOWN Advent Christian Church 200 Elm St., Prophetstown 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 Jan Shaulis 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 105 Benton St., Tampico Fr. Richard M. Russo, Pastor 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

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Albany United Methodist Church will be holding a yard sale on Saturday, May 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.. The church is located at 502 1st Ave., Albany.

Celebrate Earth Day

For the 11th year in a row, the Rock River Trail Initiative (RRTI) will distribute oak saplings along the Rock River corridor in mid-April. Chad Pregracke, president of Living Lands and Waters’ One Million Trees program, has graciously donated over 95,000 trees to the Rock River Trail Initiative and the watershed over the last ten years. The goal of this project is to re-establish native, nut-bearing, hardwood trees along waterways to help reduce erosion,

improve water and air quality, provide shelter and food for wildlife, and to improve biodiversity. According to availability, each county will receive bur oak, red oak, and swamp white oak saplings. Each sapling is 1 to 2 feet long and bare-rooted. The trees will be distributed in Rock Island, Henry, Whiteside, Lee, Ogle and Winnebago counties in Illinois. Each county will have its own distribution method. The only caveat is the trees should be planted near the Rock River or near the mouth of one of its tributaries. Trees are available for the public sector: city, county, state, parks, preserves and conservation areas, and for private individuals on farms, residences and businesses along the Rock River—all free of charge. Learn more at https://rockrivertrail. com/free-oak-trees-to-be-distributedby-rock-river-trail-initiative/.

CHURCH BRIEFS Emmanuel Reformed continues spring message series

Regional Blood Center from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Monday, May 10. Appointments and This Sunday’s 8:30 a.m. (masks manda- masks are required. To schedule an appointment, contact Deb Eissens at tory) and 10 a.m. (masks recommended) 309-714-2008. worship services will have Pastor Luke Information is available on the Schouten continuing his spring message church’s website, www.emmanuelreseries, “Obscure Bible Characters,” with formedchurch.org, or by calling the his second message, “Lydia,” drawn from church office at 815-772-3890. Acts 16: 11-15. The Sanctuary Choir will sing “Shackles” as recorded by Mandisa at the 10 a.m. service. Crosswalk will lead the First Reformed Church hosts worship set at both services. Ministry weekly activities coordinator Rich Criss will be the organist Worship begins at 9 a.m. Sunday, April for the service, providing the prelude, 25, at First Reformed Church, 510 15th interlude and postlude. Avenue in Fulton. Pastor Chuck Huckaby Call to leave a message or text your will preach and special music will be a name, which service, how many attendpiano solo by Gloria Pessman. Social dising and contact number beginning Tues- tancing will be practiced and masks are day morning through 4 p.m. Saturday required. Visitors are always welcome. afternoon. The Emmanuel Church reserPastor Chuck begins a new Bible vation line is 815-213-8715. Reservations study at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 21, are received on a first-come, first-served both in person and on Zoom. basis with a maximum of 100 in the sancA women’s Bible study on the book of tuary at one time. Note the 8:30 a.m. ser- Galations, led by Renee Huckaby, is on vice is masks mandatory and the 10 a.m. Tuesdays at 9 a.m. at the church and service is masks recommended. 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. The Youth Fellowship of Emmanuel Senior Meals begin at 11:30 a.m. Church will be hosting a Cinco de Mayo Wednesdays and Fridays at the church. Drive-Thru Dinner on Wednesday, May 5, The next meeting of Creative Crew at the church. They will serve meals from will be at 9 a.m. Wednesday, April 28. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The menu will consist Services are livestreamed on Faceof two flour tortilla tacos, one flour enchi- book. Go to www.facebook.com/groups/ lada, rice, beans, lettuce, cheese, salsa firstfulton to join the group and see the and dessert. This fundraiser will raise services. The previous Sunday’s service funds for their summer mission trip to is broadcast on WCCI 100.3-FM at 6 p.m. work at the Rockford Rescue Mission. Sunday night. Emmanuel Church will be hosting a For information, go to the church’s blood drive for the Mississippi Valley website at www.firstrcafulton.org.

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

IN BRIEF Albany Methodist yard sale

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MJHS Quiz Bowl teams embrace pursuit of knowledge BY SARAH REYES

MJHS Quiz Bowl Coach

The Morrison Junior High School Quiz Bowl team was able to compete with an adjusted schedule in the Spring 2021 semester. Eight students joined this year. The eighth grade team consisted of five students – Sarah Stralow, Paige Leighton, Emily Roggy, Violet Mills and Blaine Williams. The seventh grade team consisted of three students – Annabelle Blevins, Ethan Lee and Shawna Simpson. Although the Quiz Bowl team had only eight participants, it didn’t slow them down. The eighth grade team went undefeated against Erie, Rock Falls, River Bend, Prophets t o w n -L y n d o n - T a m p i c o (PLT) and Riverdale. The seventh grade team, while not undefeated, held its own and showed great resilience. Most important, the teams had a whole lot of fun.

Pictured is Ethan Lee (bottom row, from left), Shawna Simpson, Annabelle Blevins and Mrs. Sarah Reyes, coach, and Emily Roggy (top row, from left), Violet Mills, Paige Leighton, Sarah Stralow and Blaine Williams. Photo submitted

IN BRIEF Apply to BHC for free through April 24

If you’ve been considering your next steps at Black Hawk College but haven’t applied yet, now is the time. Apply online for FREE from 12:01 a.m. through 11:59 p.m. Saturday, April 24, at www. bhc.edu/apply using the code FREEAPP21. Students planning to attend Summer 2021, Fall 2021 or Spring 2022 semester are eligible. The $20 application fee will be waived only from April 18-24. For admissions virtual events and important dates, visit www.bhc.edu/go. For information, email info@bhc.edu.

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On April 10, B.L.I.N.D. leaders from Fulton, Morrison, Newman and Prophetstown participated in a performance of “We are the World” with singer Jackson Snelling at the Suicide Awareness Gala in Clinton, Iowa. The fundraiser raised $40,000 for suicide awareness and wellness education. The Speak Out organization expressed thanks to the students for their continued participation.

Sauk Summer Launch program is for graduating seniors Sauk Valley Community College is rolling out the Sauk Summer Launch this summer for 2021 graduating high

19 school seniors. This tuition-free program will help degree-seeking students at SVCC prepare for college, including the opportunity to earn a laptop for their academic journey. Two hybrid session options are available with virtual meeting times scheduled plus online work required. Session 1 is from noon to 12:50 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays from June 7-30. Session 2 is from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays from July 6-29. New student orientation is required before the first class of the session. Application deadline is May 17. Space in the program is limited based on established criteria and seat availability. Call Student Services at 815835-6273 to reserve a seat. Students looking to register for Sauk’s Summer Launch may call Student Services at 815-835-6273 or 815 835-6354 or email advising@svcc.edu.

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B.L.I.N.D. leaders participate in performance of ‘We are the World’ at Suicide Awareness Gala in Clinton, Iowa

SPORTS ROUNDUP

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Fulton 49, Monmouth-Roseville 6: Fulton remained unbeaten with a 49-6 win over Monmouth-Roseville on Friday at home in a Three Rivers crossover. The Steamers jumped out to a 35-0 halftime lead to put the game away early. Kyler Pessman scored three times in the first half. Morrison 38, Erie-Prophetstown 6: The Mustangs cruised to a win in Prophetstown. It is Morrison’s second win of the season, snapping a three-game losing streak.

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Football

Volleyball

Fulton swept at home: The Steamers dropped a pair of matches to Three Rivers West foe Orion. In a 25-22, 20-25, 25-22 loss, Kylie Collachia had 12 kills, 16 assists and 15 digs, while Kaitlyn Bruggenwirth added eight kills, and Gracie Sanderson spiked seven kills to go with 14 digs for Fulton.

Teegan Germann had 18 digs and four aces, and Lauren Mahoney added 16 digs. Jersey Boyson chipped in 11 assists and nine digs. In a 25-20, 25-17 loss, the Steamers got four kills each from Bruggenwirth, Sanderson and Collachia, with Collachia adding 10 assists and eight digs, and Sanderson also finishing with eight digs. Boyson had six assists and seven digs. Rockridge sweeps Fulton: The Steamers dropped a pair of matches to the Rockets at home. In a 25-13, 28-26 loss, Kylie Collachia had six kills, nine assists and six digs for Fulton. Brooklyn Brennan had four kills, Jersey Boyson had six assists, and Teegan Germann had eight digs. In the Steamers’ 25-17, 20-25, 25-20 loss, Gracie Sanderson had eight kills and five digs, Kara Stoecker added six kills and two blocks, and Collachia finished with four kills, 16 assists and six digs. Germann led the way with 14 digs, and Boyson added 10 assists.

ABOVE: EP’s Kolby Franks runs for yards during April 16 action against Morrison. BELOW: EP’s Connor Sibley battles for yards against Morrison during April 16 action. Steve Siefken/Shaw Media

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Call 815-625-3600 or 815-772-7244 LEGAL NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY ILLINOIS 1st GATEWAY CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff,

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LEGAL NOTICES y notified that there is now on file in the Office of the Clerk of the above Court, a Complaint in the above-entitled action, wherein the above-named Plaintiff seeks the foreclosure of a real estate mort-

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS TBK BANK, SSB, successor by merger to Triumph Community Bank, NA (f/k/a THE National Bank, NA, as successor in interest to Metrobank, NA), Plaintiff, v. KIMBERLY K. GIVEN; JAMIE C. GIVEN; U.S. BANK, N.A.; CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA) N.A.; UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. No. 20 CH 41 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered by the court in the above-entitled cause on February 3, 2021, the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder. (a) The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Allison E. Walsh, Attorneys for Plaintiff, 3725 Blackhawk Road, Suite 200, Rock Island, IL 61201 (309) 786-4900 (b) The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 714 W Park St., Morrison, IL 61270 (c) The legal description of the real estate is: LOT NINE IN BLOCK SIX, IN MANUFACTURER'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF MORRISON, IN WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. (d) A description of the improvements on the real estate is: a single family home. (e) The time and place of the sale are: May 6, 2021, at 10:00 a.m., at the Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois. (f) The terms of the sale are: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. The property will NOT be open for inspection. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than the mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). (g) The case title, case number and the court in which the foreclosure was filed are: This information is shown above. The case number is 20 CH 41. The Court is the Circuit Court of the 14th Judicial Circuit, Whiteside County, Illinois. (h) Other information ordered by the Court: None. TBK BANK, SSB, successor by merger to Triumph Community Bank, NA (f/k/a THE National Bank, NA, as successor in interest to Metrobank, NA), Plaintiff By: Allison E. Walsh, BROOKS LAW FIRM, P.C. Its Attorneys Allison E. Walsh, BROOKS LAW FIRM, P.C. 3725 Blackhawk Road, Suite 200, Rock Island, IL 61201 Telephone: (309) 786-4900 Facsimile: (309) 786-4940 aew@brookslawfirmpc.com April 6, 13, 20, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES gage against the following described real estate: Part of Lot Thirteen (13) in the fraction West of Rock River of the Southwest Fractional Quarter (SW 1/4) of Section 33, Township 20 North, Range 5 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Block Two (2) in the Village of Prophetstown; thence Northerly along the West line of said Block Two (2), 125 feet; thence Westerly at right angles to the last described course 80 feet to the Southeast corner of said Lot Thirteen (13); thence North 18 degrees East, 100 feet; thence Westerly at right angles to the last described course 150 feet; thence South 18 degrees West 100 feet; thence Easterly at right angles to the last described course 150 feet to the Place of Beginning; all situated in the Township of Prophetstown, County of Whiteside and State of Illinois. Commonly known as 112 Ferry Street, Prophetstown, Illinois. You are further notified that Plaintiff has filed a Motion requesting expedited judgment of foreclosure and sale of the above property pursuant to Section 151508.8 of the Code of Civil Procedure. You are further notified that unless you enter a written special appearance, motion or answer in the Circuit Court of the

LEGAL NOTICES Fourteenth Judicial Circuit for Whiteside County, Illinois, at the Courthouse in Morrison, Illinois, on or before the 20th day of May, 2021, default will be entered and judgment rendered against you by the Court. Sue R Costello Circuit Clerk of Court Whiteside County Courthouse 200 East Knox Street Morrison Illinois 61270 James D. Bruhn, PLC Farwell & Bruhn 343 5th Ave. S. Clinton, IA 52732 (563) 242-6162 April 20, 27, May 4 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Robert Smith Jr.; et. al. DEFENDANTS No. 2019CH169 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 09/27/2019, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on May 21, 2021 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder

LEGAL NOTICES hig for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT NUMBER THIRTY-SEVEN (37) IN MEADOWLAWN SECOND ADDITION TO THE CITY OF EAST MOLINE; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN SM-8867 1701206022 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 954 36th Ave East Moline, IL 61244 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will

LEGAL NOTICES gag be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property ILCS Act, 765 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting or any tenants other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF

LEGAL NOTICES AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF ILLINOIS THE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-19-05283. I3166760 April 13, 20, 27, 2021

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REAL ESTATE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Robert Smith Jr.; et. al. DEFENDANTS No. 2019CH169 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 09/27/2019, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on May 21, 2021 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's

REAL ESTATE , S Office 1317 Third Rock Avenue Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN SM-8867 1701206022 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 954 36th Ave East Moline, IL 61244 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment

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REAL ESTATE the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C.,

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70 hours per pay period with benefits. Job duties include: Prepare payment of all invoices & related reports. Enter payroll data, prepare payroll & related reports. Track inventory. Prepare bids. Answer, screen & route telephone calls. Other general office duties. Minimum Qualifications: High School graduate or equivalent, proficient in computer skills, typing & filing, experience with accounts payable and payroll. Email cover letter and resume to: ms@whiteside.org or mail to: Whiteside County Information Technology 200 E Knox St, Morrison, IL 61270 Attn: John Maas Application Deadline: 4/23/2021

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Morrison Community Hospital is growing and adding full time RNs to the Medical/Surgical Floor. These are day shift openings 5:00am-5:00pm 72 hours per pay period. Sign on bonuses are currently being offered totaling $3000: $1000 upon hire, $1000 after 1 year of employment and $1000 after 2 years of employment. Morrison Community Hospital 303 N Jackson Street Morrison, IL 61270 Apply online at: www.morrisonhospital.com EOE

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y and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any and assessment legal fees due under the Condominium Property 765 ILCS Act, 605/18.5(g-1). kIf the sale is set raside for any reason, the Purchaser tat the sale shall be entitled only to ka return of the deposit paid. The shall atPurchaser ohave no further against rrecourse

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to resume meeting at the Brothers Restaurant in Rapids City by May. For more information, contact Joe King at RiverCitiesRotary@gmail.com.

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Fulton City Council approved the Bluegrass Festival at Heritage Canyon on June 26.

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Assistant Chief retires from PBFD BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

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A controlled burn filled Albany Mounds State Historic Site with smoke for about an hour on Sarah Ford/For Shaw Media Saturday, April 17.

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Morrison Community Hospital construction getting closer to completion

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Free prom dresses are available to Erie students By SARAH FORD Sauk Valley Media

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Sullivan’s Foods customers donate to Bark Park

Morrison American Legion recognizes 50-year member

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On Sunday, April 11, Whiteside County deputies investigated a single-vehicle rollover crash at U.S. Route 30 and Hillside Road in rural Morrison. An eastbound vehicle driver by Deanna Clifton, 32, of Sterling lost control and left the roadway, struck a culvert and rolled. The driver, the only occupant, had to be extricated from the vehicle by the Morrison Fire Department. Clifton was taken to an area hospital for minor injuries. The crash remains under investigation, with a citation pending. Deputies were assisted by the Illinois State Police and the Morrison Fire Department and Ambulance Department. Steve Siefken - Shaw Media

POLICE REPORTS Fulton

April 9 Trae M. VanZuident of Fulton was cited for speeding at Route 30 and Sand Road. He was released with a promise to comply. April 10 Katelyn R. Berg of Clinton, Iowa, was cited for operating a vehicle with expired license plates and operating an uninsured vehicle in the 400 block of 14th Avenue.

She was released with a notice to appear. April 12 Mary Ann C. Webb of Fulton was cited for disobeying a stop sign at Route 84 and Route 136. She was released with a promise to comply. April 15 Claudia N. McElya of Fulton was cited for operating a vehicle with expired registration. She was released with a promise to comply.

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license and unlawful possession of cannabis Tremayne E. Cluke, 29, Clinton, Iowa, unlawful possession of cannabis (ordinance) March 14 Nancy R. Carlson, NA, Morrison, parking on sidewalk (ordinance)

Individuals named in the above reports have been accused of a charge. They are presumed innocent until proved guilty.

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Fulton commits to combating human trafficking

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Fulton’s Spring Plant Sale scheduled for May 8 Finally looking forward to spring weather, we are all somewhat anxious to get outside into the yard to do some gardening. As you anticipate what changes and improvement you wish to make, consider coming to the annual Fulton Plant Sale on Saturday, May 8. There is always a nice selection of plants to choose from for your seasonal proj-

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PROPERTY TRANSFERS Whiteside County property transfers recorded the week of April 5-9:

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BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media What started off as a hobby has become a growing business now that people are venturing out and word of mouth is spreading. J & C’s Rocks & More, located at 928 14th Ave. in Fulton, offers beautiful specimens of gems, stones, and crystals, plus a myriad of handmade items, all from the comfort of a home. The home-based business is the work of Charity and Jamie Moog, who decided to give their rock shop idea a try in May 2020, even during the Covid-19 pandemic. They registered as an LLC and built display cases, filling them up with their rockhounding finds. The home setting was a way to keep overhead costs down, which is reflected in the pricing of their items.

J & C’s Rock & More in Fulton displays many beautiful specimens of gems, stones, and crystals.

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GLIMPSES OF THE PAST - FULTON 60 Years

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50 Years

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40 Years

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City employees Roy Nelson, Robert Doescher and Dale Green planted 30 sapling trees at the sewage p l a n t o n S ou th F ou r th Street. The trees had been donated to the city by Carol Miller, a former board member of the Whiteside County Hospice Association. Terri Reynolds received a special Golden Eagle Award at a ceremony. The award was presented by Jane Orman, president of the Board of Education of the River Bend School system. The award read, “Presented to Terri Reynolds for her many hours of volunteer work with the Albany Grade School cheerleaders and classes.” The award is given for outstanding contributions to the school system.

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Rep. McCombie launches summer reading program

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FFA state celebrations are back with in-person events BY KAY SHIPMAN FarmWeek

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2 Riverdale students receive Bert Blood Memorial 4-H Scholarships spent at Hope Creek Nursing Home with the older generation playing bingo and helping them with crafts. It was there she was able to spend some extra quality time with Katelyn Oleson her grandfather, who spent his final year there in the dementia unit. The many caring people she met through her nursing home experience inspired her to pursue a career in geriatric medicine. She plans to attend the University of Kansas-Lawrence to study biology. Katelyn credits 4-H and its pillars of head, heart, hands and health with helping her grow as an individual and for teaching her compassion, volunteerism and leadership skills. Emma Hogren received a $1,000 scholarship. She is the daughter of Tim

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Albany, Illinois Fr. Matthew Camainoi, Parochial Vicar

St. Ambrose Catholic Church Corner of 5th and Main Father Toni Kretowicz Rectory Phone: 815-537-2077 Church Phone: 309-659-2781

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Cordova Baptist 602 Third Ave. South, Cordova 309-654-2501 - www.cordovafbc.com

Fenton United Methodist Church 10019 Main Street, Fenton Pastor Jan Shaulis 815-778-3789 Church - 708-717-3908 Cell

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Ken L. Jansma, Agent office tel (815) 772-5658 100 E. Knox St. office fax (815) 772-8252 Morrison, IL 61270 Auto / Disability / Farm / Health / Home / Life

Thrive Ministries-Bethel CRC Campus 1208 3rd Avenue, Fulton, 815-589-2501 www.thriveforchrist.com bethelcrc@juno.com Pastor Kevin Vanhoeven Thrive Ministries-First CRC Campus 801 15th Avenue, Fulton, 815-589-3790 www.thriveforchrist.com firstcrcfulton@live.com Pastor Michael Hook

HILLSDALE Hillsdale United Methodist Church 124 Butzer St., Hillsdale Church 309-658-2340 - Cell 309-373-5316 Pastor Connor Morrison youthpast56@gmail.com

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

MORRISON Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church 301 W. South St., Morrison Pastor Tammy Anderson 815-414-1758 - Office: 772-4896

RUTLEDGE ELECTRIC 822 Main, Erie

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Frary’s Lumber & Supply

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Morrison Veterinary Clinic Insurance & Financial Services

Spring Valley Reformed Church 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton 815-772-3554

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Dr. Bill Wilkin Dr. Scott Kunau Dr. Tina Kao-Reasoner 1130 17th Street, Fulton, IL

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Morrison Christian Reformed Church www.morrisoncrc.org 815-772-4657 300 W. South St. Pastor Kevin Verhoeven bethelrevkev@gmail.com

Becky Butterfield Youth and Family Life Pastor Kathy Crozier - Spiritual Director

RAPIDS CITY St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 1416 Third Ave., Rapids City Fr. Glenn H. Harris Phone 309-496-2414

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Dykstra & Law Insurance Agency, Inc. Brent Dykstra, Agent In River City Mall 1426 10th Avenue, Fulton

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Albany United Methodist Church will be holding a yard sale on Saturday, May 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.. The church is located at 502 1st Ave., Albany.

Celebrate Earth Day

CHURCH BRIEFS Emmanuel Reformed continues spring message series

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

IN BRIEF Albany Methodist yard sale

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MJHS Quiz Bowl teams embrace pursuit of knowledge BY SARAH REYES

MJHS Quiz Bowl Coach

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Sauk Summer Launch program is for graduating seniors Sauk Valley Community College is rolling out the Sauk Summer Launch this summer for 2021 graduating high

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B.L.I.N.D. leaders participate in performance of ‘We are the World’ at Suicide Awareness Gala in Clinton, Iowa

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SPORTS ROUNDUP Football

Volleyball

ABOVE: EP’s Kolby Franks runs for yards during April 16 action against Morrison. BELOW: EP’s Connor Sibley battles for yards against Morrison during April 16 action. Steve Siefken/Shaw Media