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Girls volleyball previews
High aspirations as season begins for Erie-Prophetstown, Fulton and Morrison / 17
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Paint the Town in Morrison
Rent squares on the streets of Morrison and color them in with paint / 5
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Scholarship winners
CGH Health Foundation announces 13 individuals are scholarship winners / 7
DEATHS
Vance Houzenga, Judith Kay Johnson, Donna D. Smith, Daniel Henry Vroman /
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Fulton’s Landen Leu catches a pass for a touchdown over Forreston’s Coehen Kirchner on Aug. 30 at Fulton High School. The Steamers won 28-0. More photos on page 3. Story on page 9.
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Oscar Mayer Wienermobile coming to Sauk Valley
By EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@shawmedia.com
MORRISON – If you see a giant hot dog and bun at Sullivan Foods in Morrison on Friday, don’t worry, it’s just the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile making a stop to help raise money for the local food pantry.
The bright orange and yellow vehicle will be at the grocery store from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6.
Hot dogs will be available for $1 with all proceeds being donated to the local food pantry.
The iconic vehicle was in Rock Falls in June 2023, but was running under the name Frankmobile to highlight Oscar Meyer’s frankfurter line.
Here are some interesting facts about the Wienermobile:
Drivers learn to drive the 11-foot-long vehicle in Madison, Wisconsin, at “Hot Dog High” and have to go through 40
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Stonecraft meeting is Sept. 11 in Clinton
CLINTON, Iowa – Stonecroft Clinton Women’s Connection will meet at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 11, at Community Reformed Church, 727 N. 12th St.
All women are invited to brunch and music and encouraging, inspirational words from speaker Julie Couch of Norfolk, Nebraska. Couch’s presentation is titled “Lost and
hours of driving time on a closed course to learn how to properly navigate the 14,050-pound behemoth.
There are six Wienermobiles traveling across the U.S. this year.
Height: 11 feet – 24 hot dogs high
Length: 27 feet – 60 hot dogs long
Width: 8 feet – 18 hot dogs wide
Weight: 14,050 pounds – 140,500 hot dogs
The meat: Grilled fiberglass hot dog resting on a slightly toasted fiberglass bun fueled by a 6-liter V8 300 Vortec engine that runs on “high-octane mustard.”
The condiments: Gull-wing doors with a retractable step; hot dog-shaped dashboard; ketchup walkway; condiment-splattered carpet; removable bun roof; blue-sky ceiling art; six mustardand ketchup-colored seats; smiling front grill; and, of course, an “Official Wiener Jingle” horn.
Here’s where you can see the Wienermobile in 2024:
• Friday, Sept. 6: From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sullivan’s Foods, 300 N. Madison St. in Morrison
• Friday, Sept. 6: From 3 to 6 p.m. at Sullivan’s Foods, 217 Chicago Ave. in Savanna
• Saturday, Sept. 7 : From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sullivan’s Foods, 1102 Meriden St. in Mendota
• Saturday, Sept. 7: From 3 to 6 p.m. at Sullivan’s Foods, 125 Backbone Road East in Princeton
• Sunday, Sept. 8: From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sullivan’s Foods, 103 W. North Ave. in Stockton
• Sunday, Sept. 8: From 3 to 6 p.m. at Sullivan’s Foods, 201 Dodds Drive in Lena Fans can track the Wienermobile’s location using the Wienermobile Meat Fleet tracker on the company’s website. For more information, visit oscarmayer.com.
Lonely Girl, Journey to Find a Friend!” Couch also will provide a mini-concert titled “Music in the Air.”
Cost is $13. Call Donna at 563-357-6843 or Nancy at 563-242-8819 or 563-357-8859. Reservations are due Friday, Sept. 6.
Spaghetti dinner at St. Patrick Church is Oct. 12 in Albany ALBANY – St. Patrick Church, 1201 N.
Bluff St., will host its annual spaghetti dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 12 in the church hall.
The dinner features all-you-can-eat spaghetti, salad, applesauce, French bread, beverage and ice cream for dessert.
Donation prices are $13 for adults and $5 for children ages 2 to 12. Children younger than 5 are free.
Carryout will be available at the church.
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Bill Rush of Fulton rides his bike down the path by the de Immigrant windmill Aug. 24 in Fulton
Friday Night Lights is back
Fulton photos by Earleen Hinton; Morrison photos by Steve Siefken
TOP LEFT: Fulton quarterback Dom Kramer fights off Forreston defenders Aug. 30. The Steamers won 28-0. TOP RIGHT: Morrison’s Brady Anderson tries to break away from a Lena-Winslow tackler during a NUIC game Aug. 30. The Mustangs lost the season opener 32-6.
ABOVE: Fulton’s Skylier Crooks fights his way across the goal line as Jason Huisenga (7) signals a touchdown against Forreston. LEFT: Morrison’s Colton Bielema throws the ball against Lena-Winslow. MIDDLE LEFT: Fulton’s Jacob Huisenga runs for a gain against Forreston.
American Legion to host flag retirement ceremony Sept. 29
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MORRISON – The Morrison American Legion will conduct its annual Retirement Flag Ceremony at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29.
“On the last Sunday of September of every year, we conduct our Flag Retire-
OBITUARIES
JUDITH KAY JOHNSON
Born: March 29, 1944 in Morrison, IL
Died: August 28, 2024 in Morrison, IL
JUDITH KAY JOHNSON, 80, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at her home.
A memorial visitation and memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation rites have been accorded. The Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A private family graveside service will take place at Grove Hill Cemetery, officiated by Pastor Chelsey Weech of First Lutheran
DANIEL HENRY VROMAN
Born: September 2, 1944 in Moline, Illinois
Died: August 23, 2024 in Florence, Alabama
Daniel “Danny”
Henry Vroman, 79, of Pulaski, TN, formerly of Hillsdale, IL, passed away Friday, August 23, 2024, at North Alabama Medical Center following a brief bout with pneumonia.
Services will be held at 10:30 am on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Gibson –Bode Funeral Home, Port Byron, IL. Visitation will be from 4-7 pm on Tuesday, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Hillsdale. Memorials may be made to the Hillsdale United Methodist Church.
Dan was born on September 2, 1944 in Moline, IL, the son of Alvin and Gladys (Kessler) Vroman. He was raised in Hillsdale, IL and graduated from Riverdale High School. In 1962, he attended the Washburn Culinary School in Chicago.
After graduating, Dan worked as a chef for local restaurants including The Deck, The Plantation, and The Shamrock. In 1969, the
ment Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park,” Legion officials said in a news release. “Flags that have been deposited in our flag drop box throughout the year are burned pursuant to U.S. Flag Code and Resolution 440 of the 19th National Legion Convention.”
Last year, 508 flags were retired. Retired flags of any type – POW/
Church in Prophetstown, IL. Memorials have been established to First Lutheran Church in Prophetstown, IL and Odell Public Library in Morrison, IL.
Judith was born March 29, 1944, in Morrison, IL, to Fred and Winnie (Tenboer) Pruis. She received her early education in Lincoln School, a one-room country schoolhouse, and graduated from Morrison High School in 1962. She went on to attend Illinois State University in Normal, IL, earning her bachelor’s degree in 1966. That same year, she married Dick Cassens, with whom she had two daughters, Melissa and Marna. They later divorced. On June 28, 1986, she married her best friend, Aaron Lee Johnson, at the Morrison United Methodist Church. Judy dedicated 28 years of her life to teaching, primarily 4th grade students. After retiring, she continued to
Vroman family purchased the Dinner Bell Café in Hillsdale and remodeled it to become the Rustic Inn where Dan was the head chef until he retired.
Dan loved being on the farm. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking.
Dan is survived by his son, Kenneth Vroman, Bell Buckle, TN; his daughter, Danette Roberts, Pulaski, TN; brothers, Thomas (Laurie) Vroman, Port Byron, James Vroman, Hillsdale; grandchildren, Dr. Zachariah Roberts, AJ Roberts, Jobe Roberts, Danise Vroman, Caleb (Kaitlyn) Vroman, and Katherine Vroman; step children, Roxane (Scott) Gluff, Ronda Davison, Randy (Lisa) Meier; step grandchildren, Coty (Betony) Gluff, Erica (Cory) Heaton, Jessica (Jason) Covington, Brandon (Taylor) Meier, William Meier, five step great-grandchildren; and two step great-great grandchildren; as well as nieces and nephews Ashley (Matthew) Moon, Jason (Angie) Stone, Jenny (Bryant) Brace, Justin (Renee) Vroman; many great nieces and great nephews and his loyal puppy, Penny.
Dan was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty Jo; sister, Eileen Stone; brothers, baby Darold and Greg Vroman; niece, Dawn Marie Vroman; and nephew, Chad M. Vroman. Share a memory or condolence at www. gibsonbodefh.com.
MIA, Illinois, etc. – will be burned in a respectful manner. Flags will be accepted on the day of the event as long as officials can receive them in time so as not to disrupt the ceremony.
The public is invited to attend this short ceremony. Lawn chairs are encouraged for anyone attending the event, which will be held just west of
Veterans Memorial Park in Grove Hill Cemetery. If using a GPS, enter 520 N. Genesee St., Morrison, and the ceremony will be north of that site.
New 3-by-5-foot U.S. flags will be available to buy for $25.
The Post is at 306 E. Main St. in Morrison. For more information, call American Legion Post 328 at 815-310-0333.
serve her community through her involvement with the Odell Library Friends, as well as being a Girl Scout leader. She was a devoted member of her church, she actively participated at the Morrison United Methodist Church as a choir member, junior choir director, Sunday School teacher and was a confirmation mentor at First Lutheran Church in Prophetstown. During her free time, she enjoyed reading, tackling jigsaw puzzles, and solving sudoku. Cooking and baking brought her great joy, as did discovering new recipes to try. Judith cherished her family and loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include her husband, Aaron; three daughters, Melissa Cassens-Denning of Prophetstown, IL, Marna (Shaun) Cassens-McCrary of Morrison, IL, and Christina
DONNA D. SMITH
Born: October 22, 1945 in Clinton, IA
Died: August 26, 2024 in Sabula, IA
DONNA D. SMITH, 78, of Sabula, IA, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Monday, August 26, 2024, at her home. There will be no visitation, and cremation rites will be accorded.
The Fulton Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. A private graveside service will be held at Garden Plain Cemetery in Fulton, IL. A memorial has been established to The Early American Crafters at Heritage Canyon in Fulton, IL.
Donna was born October 22, 1945, in Clinton, IA, to Clarence and Nelletta “Nellie” (Burke) Ottens. She was educated in the Fulton grade schools and attended Fulton High School. On November 23, 1963, she married Clifton A. “Bud” Smith in Geneva, IL. Donna worked at General Electric in Morrison, IL,
(Justin) Johnson-Grater of Pendleton, IN; one son, Jeremiah (Shanelle) Johnson of Scottville, MI; ten grandchildren, Courtney (Brad) Kahn, Brandy (Justin) Haring, Scotty Denning, Jessy Denning, Lauren Grater, Madeline Grater, Isaac Johnson, Spencer Johnson, Samuel Johnson, and Asher Johnson; six great-grandchildren, Kaylee Denning, Reese Haring, Caden Haring, Memphis Denning, E.C. and A.C.; two brothers, Rev. Al (Nancy) Pruis of Eagan, MN and Eddie (Deb) Pruis of Davenport, IA; one brother-in-law, Allen Brandt; one sister-in-law, Marj (Al) Newcomer. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Janice Brandt.
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Vance Houzenga, 53, of Willows Assisted Living in Sterling, IL, passed on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.
Arrangements entrusted to Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, Morrison, IL. Additional information: www.bosmarenkes.com.
for 36 years before retiring in 2003. She was a member of the GEM Club through GE and was also a member of The Early American Crafters at Heritage Canyon in Fulton. Donna enjoyed planting hostas, decorating her yard with ornaments, and collecting Longaberger baskets. She was also an avid fan of country music legend Alan Jackson, attending many of his concerts. However, her greatest joy was spending time with her beloved grandchildren.
Survivors include her husband, Clifton “Bud”; two daughters, Shonda (Curt) Qualman of Fulton, IL and Nicole (Lee Foreman) Smith of Clinton, IA; five grandchildren, Avery, Emily and Leah Qualman and Austin and Ella Stage; one sister, Sandi (Michael) Johnson of Thomson, IL; one brother, Philip (Wendy) Ottens of Fulton, IL.
father in-law and mother-in-law, Clifford and Ella Smith; two sisters, Mary Hoyer and Gerla dine “Gerri” Bruckman; one brother, Daniel Ottens; one sister-in-law, Jan Ottens. bosmarenkes.com
VANCE HOUZENGA
Paint the Town to take place Sept. 21
By ANAKIN WESTIN Shaw Local News Network correspondent
MORRISON – The annual Paint the Town festival, an event that brings travelers from as many as four states to the streets of Morrison, is Saturday, Sept. 21.
During the event, children and adults rent squares on the streets of Morrison and color them in with paint.
Paint the Town started in 1994, organized by the Children’s Art Preservation Association, a group of art teachers, parents and the Chamber that promotes the arts in Morrison.
Initially, the event took on a different form from its modern evolution. In the first event, the town had an auction to display award-winning art around Morrison. In the auction, people bought a ticket to pay for other CAPA projects. Paint the Town was born outside of the desire to allow everyone to experience and participate in the visual arts.
While they first judged the squares and gave awards to the winners, Barbara Bees, a member of the Paint the Town Committee, said the artists “didn’t care” for the competition.
“We stopped that after the second year,” she said about the effort to focus on promoting the event and the arts for everyone.
In the first event, 249 squares were set aside and CAPA gave out gift books, watercolor paint sets and an event T-shirt.
The event T-shirt still is given out and a new design is promoted every year. This year’s theme is “Peace, Love, Paint.”
To paint the streets of the town was an ambitious move at the time, Bees said, and at first, the group began with a mandate by the city to wash everything down at the end of the event.
At the first event, the mayor and City Council members viewed the art. A lot of people went to the mayor to ask to keep the art on the streets, citing relatives who hadn’t seen it yet, friends coming from other towns and to keep the art around the city. From that point on, the art is allowed to wear out naturally each year.
This year marks the 28th year for the event. The event rained out only one year, Bees said.
“We took one year in the mid-’90s off because the event had grown so large that the committee was unable to keep up,” she said.
Over the years, Paint the Town has grown steadily, needing bigger boards and committees to handle the event. One of the biggest events held about
I want to thank the community for their support for this event for so long. We’re so happy as an organization that we can create an event loved by the community and their love reflects right back to us. We can be totally exhausted at the end of the day and we can walk up and down the streets and know that it was worth it.”
Barbara Bees, member of the Paint the Town Committee
1,904 squares.
Before the pandemic, the event featured about 1,600 squares each year.
“We’re coming back to the numbers seen before the pandemic,” Bees said. “Last year, we were close to 1,200 squares. We had people come from four states. There’s music in the background and a lot of food.”
“It’s a joy to do this,” she said. “It’s for the kids. It’s all expression. They can paint with their friends and peers in a special place.”
Sometimes people don’t realize
what goes into the event.
“We’re generally getting six to eight thousand pounds of paint,” Bees said.
“Depending on the year, we’re getting an excess of 2,000 T-shirts. It takes a lot of volunteers on the day of and it takes a good core group such as the board. It’s for families and it’s definitely a family’s event.”
Paint the Town has received grants from the Illinois Art Council and been recognized by art groups. Over the years, other groups have started to copy the event.
“The rewards help us put on other events,” Bees said. “But the point is what we’re giving to the community and what we are giving to the children.”
It’s $20 to register by Sept. 19 and $25 on the day of the event.
Bees said people should bring their own brushes and glitter.
“The only thing we encourage is that people use the provided paints,” Bees said. “I want to thank the community for their support for this event for so long. We’re so happy as an organization that we can create an event loved by the community and their love reflects right back to us. We can be totally exhausted at the end of the day and we can walk up and down the streets and know that it was worth it.”
CAPA welcomes volunteers to join the event. The group can be reached on its website and the City Hall webpage. Participants can walk in the day of the event, Bees said.
“We have plenty of squares,” she said.
Charlene Bielema file photo
Brinkley Icenogle of Morrison paints a sports scene at the 2023 Paint the Town, while her sister Emery Icenogle works in her own square alongside their mother, Karen. This year’s event is Saturday, Sept. 21.
1964: Fulton water and sewer department considered most efficient
60 years
Sept. 9, 1964
James Shipma, superintendent of the waterworks and sewer department of the city of Fulton, has been chosen president of an organization including the managers of water and sewer departments in a large number of cities in northern Illinois. He was elected when the organization met in Albany. The waterworks and sewer executives meet to discuss common problems and methods of improving service by their departments. The Fulton waterworks and sewer department is considered one of the most modern and efficient in the Midwest.
The Fulton American Field Service Committee and Fulton Community High School welcomed Roberto Luis de Melio Monte Mor, the newly arrived Brazilian exchange student at a picnic held at Eagle Point Park. The student is a member of the Robert Ledford family of Albany. Student Council members who attended were Dave Vogel, Diane Faber, Dianne Vance, Allen Den Besten and William Burkhardt.
50 years
Sept. 4, 1974
The River Bend school district, which includes Fulton High School, Fulton Junior High and the Fulton, Garden Plain and Albany grade schools, will receive more than $2 mil-
YOUR HEALTH
lion in revenue for the 1974-75 school year. Of this amount, $1,040,000 will be in the form of direct state aid as a result of an increase in state aid to public schools.
James Johnson, an engineer from a firm in Bettendorf, told the City Council that the plans for the Fourth Street improvement project have received approval from the state. Revisions made to the plans by the state, however, have raised the estimated cost to $147,000. The major revision in the plans is the addition of about 1,100 feet of storm sewers. Previous plans called for about 600 to 700 feet.
40 years
Sept. 5, 1984
Steven Van Dyke has assumed his duties as city administrator after being appointed by Mayor Maliszewski at the meeting of the City Council with the unanimous approval of aldermen. Van Dyke is a native of Davenport and has worked for several years in Dubuque for an organization of several cities.
The fireworks expected at the City Council meeting failed to materialize. The mayor’s appointment of John Clark as Fulton Chief of Police failed to win approval of the City Council. Alderman Warren Juist moved to approve the appointment, but after the mayor asked two times for a sec-
ond to the motion, he announced the motion had failed for lack of a second and turned to other council business without further comment.
30 years
Aug. 31, 1994
A Fulton woman was arrested and charged with possession of cannabis. A search of her residence produced about 400 grams of cannabis packaged in 1-ounce plastic bags. She was charged with possession of cannabis between 30 and 500 grams with intent to deliver. She was still on parole from a 1990 federal drug conviction after law officers discovered more than 2,700 pounds, or about $3.5 million worth of marijuana, growing on a farm near Savanna that was owned by the woman and her husband.
A group of workers, men, women and children spent the evening raking and picking up rocks from the volleyball courts at School Park. The group spent a great deal of time removing rocks from the black dirt that is to serve as the base for the new volleyball courts. At the former tennis court, the blacktopping and about six inches of dirt was removed. Workers found lots of small rocks at that depth. It was decided to remove the rocks to prevent possible trouble at a later date. The rocks must be removed before the sand can be spread and the
nets and fencing installed.
20 years
Sept. 1, 2004
The new school year is off to a good start in the River Bend school district. New teachers include Mr. Jesse Abbott, Mrs. Jan Scott, Mrs. Carol Snyder, Mr. Donald Yahn, Mrs. Becki Edmondson, Mr. Gary Herrity, Mrs. Lisa Whitmore and Mrs. Nicole Raab.
At the City Council meeting, Jane Orman-Luker presented the budget for the Friends of the Windmill Organization to council members. For fiscal 2003-04, the windmill had $30,143 in revenue and $21,631 in expenditures. This left a revenue of $8,512 and $76,528 in end-of-years assets.
10 years
Sept. 3, 2014
New Fulton Chamber of Commerce board members include Kim McGinnis, Nick Teachout, Karrie Kenney, (co-president), Len Janis, Barb Janis, (co-president), Marsha Norman, Ben Eshelman and Charles Dykstra.
Born and raised in the Quad Cities area, Kristin Peterson is excited to start the next chapter of her life at Fulton High School as a special education teacher. She graduated from Moline High School and attended St. Ambrose University, where she earned her bachelor’s degree.
Protein enzyme plays major role in a person’s longevity
By STEPHEN D. HARRISON, M.D.
There are not many anti-aging discoveries that have earned the Nobel Prize. However, one such discovery is all about a protein enzyme that plays a major role in longevity as well as even tumor metabolism and the immune system and other important cellular function.
Keep in mind that our functional age is not determined by the number of birthdays, but rather by the accumulation of damage in the body. Stopping the accumulation or even reversing it becomes a desirable goal to minimize the aging process.
An important concept to also keep in mind is the notion that many diseases and other bodily dysfunction is the result of miscommunication between the cells that make up the body. For example, when the liver becomes diseased it does not know how much sugar is in the body and therefore how much additional sugar it should be making.
The brain doesn’t know how much fat a person has because of the resistance to the hormone leptin and the fact that the cells are not properly listening to insulin, there is additional fat.
Along with this is the close cousin of inflammation, which impairs the communication between the cells by not allowing them to be repaired correctly.
Autoimmune conditions may follow. Also, there is a buildup of calcium in the arteries as opposed to the bones where it needs to be. The risk of cancer goes up. When cells perceive they have a continuous supply of nutrients, they replicate. The overreplication can lead to obesity and cancer.
On the other hand, when there is not enough energy through nutrients, our body goes into energy conservation mode. This drives the body more toward cell repair and maintenance. Believe it or not, this repair mode is the most important of the two states for longevity.
Earlier, we mentioned the hormone
leptin, which is the key hormone telling us that we are full and do not need to consume energy for storage as fat. This hormone also plays a role with inflammation and immunity. Meanwhile, insulin, which most people recognize as important for metabolizing sugar, otherwise known as glucose, is manufactured in the pancreas.
Unfortunately, over time, our bodies may become resistant to the insulin even though we are making enough, which commonly contributes to adult onset diabetes. Inflammation breeds inflammation over time, making us more resistant to the insulin. This causes blood insulin levels to go up, which is a very dangerous condition and accelerates heart and other circulation damage.
Insulin and leptin are the hormones that help to govern the removal of junk products from our body for cellular repair in the process known as autophagy. The buildup of this junk related to decreased autophagy is what contributes substantially to aging.
The good news is there is an enzyme called mTOR, which greatly assists this process. This enzyme receives input from insulin and leptin, along with growth factors and raw nutrients. It helps to balance the amount of energy and oxygen nutrient levels.
However, too much of this enzyme, along with leptin resistance, causes fat to be stored in the wrong places such as the liver, which then chokes off the signal. Basically, this leads to substantial inflammation, including in the brain.
However, if the enzyme gets the message that there are not enough nutrients available such as sugar and the right type of protein, there is a signal for the cell to go into maintenance and repair mode. It is this phase of activity that helps with longevity and our health. The cell repair is triggered by keeping insulin and the special enzyme low.
CGH Health Foundation announces scholarship winners
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STERLING – Thirteen individuals have been named recipients of CGH Health Foundation nursing and health care scholarships.
More than $30,000 has been awarded because of the generosity of area donors.
“The foundation has had a long-standing scholarship program during our 37-year history,” said Sam Meier, foundation board chair. “We are committed to supporting individuals who are pursuing a career in the health care profession and want to thank our many contributors who make it possible.”
Those selected include:
$3,000 Althea Larson Nursing Scholarship: Samantha Feather of Sterling, seeking an associate degree in nursing
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Open house, ice cream social Oct. 13 at Prophetstown Area Historical Society
from Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon; Faith Green of Morrison, seeking a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville; and Hailey Kuciver of Rock Falls, seeking an associate degree in nursing from Sauk Valley Community College
$1,000 Edgar and Florence Hall Nursing Scholarship: Paetyn Adams of Rock Falls, seeking a bachelor’s degree in nursing at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb
$2,500 Gene and Lu Robbins Healthcare Scholarship: Caleb Drew of Sterling, seeking a master’s degree in physician assistant studies at Des Moines University in Des Moines, Iowa
$2,000 Jill Adolph Nursing Scholarship: Gina Stanley of Milledgeville, seeking a master’s degree in nursing at Chamberlain University in Chicago
$1,000 Mary McCormick Nursing Schol-
arship: Madelyn Pink of Sterling, seeking a bachelor’s degree in nursing at Aurora University in Aurora
$1,000 Anne C. Marry Nursing Scholarship: Adysson Scott of Prophetstown, seeking an associate degree in nursing from Black Hawk College in Moline
$3,000 Sterling Rock Falls Community Trust Healthcare Scholarship: Isabel Allen of Walnut, seeking a bachelor’s degree at Illinois State University in Normal; Sergio Castro Garcia of Sterling, seeking a bachelor’s degree in radiologic technology at Froedtert Hospital School of Radiologic Technology; Molly Hackbarth of Rock Falls, seeking an associate Degree in radiologic technology at Sauk Valley Community College; Emily Lofgren of Sterling, seeking a bachelor’s degree in nursing at Saint Louis University in St. Louis
$1,000 Bill and Marrietta Lilly Healthcare
Scholarship: Faith Green of Morrison, seeking a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville
$815.50 Blue Sky Healthcare Education Scholarship: Nicole Dowdy of Sterling, seeking an associate degree in nursing from Sauk Valley Community College
To be eligible for a foundation scholarship, students already must have been accepted into their professional field of study. Online programs are funded in addition to traditional courses at a campus.
The next scholarship application deadline is Friday, Sept. 13, for the $2,000 Ed Andersen Healthcare Scholarship.
Go to www.cghmc.com/scholarships to download the application.
For more information, call Amanda Blaine, the foundation’s executive director, at 815-625-0400, ext. 5672.
PROPHETSTOWN – The Prophetstown Area Historical Society will host an open house and ice cream social from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, at the Asa Crook House.
Asa Crook, the first settler in what would later be known as Prophetstown,
built the home in 1839. The home still looks very much like it did at that time.
“Come tour the house, take a peek through the windows showing the interior of the house walls and enjoy a
yummy treat or two all while listening to the PLT High School choir under the direction of Madison Fouts,” Glenna Spotts said.
– Shaw Local News Network
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Brian Ellis to present program on bird-watching Sept. 17 FULTON – “Birding” as it is known today has become a popular hobby of many – both old and young.
Brian “Fox” Ellis, internationally renowned storyteller, author and naturalist, will be portraying local Robert Ridgeway and focusing on the science and history of bird-watching and the Audubon Society at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, at the Windmill Cultural Center.
“Besides acknowledging how this intense interest of birding has evolved, Ellis clearly displays his appreciation for the natural world and is an excellent presenter and always entertaining,”
Judith Holesinger said.
Ellis’ presentation is hosted by the Volunteer Millers of the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 10th Ave. (across the street from the windmill).
Monthly programming is available and partially funded by grants from the DS Flikkema Foundation through F.A.C.E.
The program is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served after the presentation. For more information, check Facebook
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Here are some tricks to keep the enzyme low:
1. Lower your meat consumption.
2. Consider a 24-hour fast once a week or intermittent fasting as this helps to down-regulate the enzyme and fight any resistance.
3. Eat more healthy fats such as coconut oil, avocados, olive oil and other plant-based fats that help to give
the body energy without raising the enzyme.
4. Limit sugar and processed carbohydrates and starches such as bread, rice, pasta, potatos, cereals and desserts and sugary drinks, as well as fast foods and deep-fried foods. This is helpful because it keeps the insulin levels down. Keep in mind those substances tell the enzyme that you have excess energy and therefore you can replicate, which leads to obesity and cancer. Minimizing stress also is a good thing to help keep the enzyme lower.
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Stoller to hold September traveling office hours
DIXON – State Sen. Win Stoller, R-Germantown Hills, announced his staff will be working throughout the 37th District during the month of September for traveling office hours.
“Traveling office hours are a great way for constituents to reach my office without having to drive to my district offices,” Stoller said. “Whether you need help with a FOID card, a licensing issue or any other state-related issue, my staff will be on hand to help you navigate any
Stress raises blood sugar, which triggers more insulin release.
In the same context, taking care of your gut organisms helps the proper balance of the hormone and aging. Probiotics can be helpful in this regard.
There are some important natural ingredients that have been shown to lower the enzyme.
Berberine is a proven herbal product. Another is known as Trans-Resveratrol. Fisetin also blocks the overactive enzyme and may even fight wrinkles and help other skin condi-
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Traveling office hours for September are: Tuesday, Sept. 10: Schmaling Memorial Public Library, 501 10th Ave., Fulton, 10:30 a.m. to noon; Erie Public Library, 802 Eighth Ave., Erie, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13 : Polo Public Library, 302 W. Mason St., Polo, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23: Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison St., Morrison, 10:30 a.m. to noon
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tions and support brain health.
Matcha green tea includes an important ingredient known as EGCG. This compound helps to suppress elevated enzyme levels that are damaging. Turmeric is another strong anti-inflammatory that inhibits the enzyme. It also lessens the damage of free radicals.
Finally, there are two vitamins that are extraordinarily helpful in inhibiting the high enzyme levels. These are vitamin D3 and vitamin K, which often are combined in a single tablet.
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Opportunistic Fulton ‘D’ steps up to beat Forreston
By CODY CUTTER ccutter@shawmedia.com
FULTON – When Fulton needed to step up deep inside its own territory and stop Forreston, the Steamers did on three big occasions in the first half Aug. 30 in the teams’ season opener at Steamer Field.
With two fumble recoveries within 10 yards of the end zone and an interception late in the second quarter also in their own territory, the Steamers denied the Cardinals a dent on the scoreboard in the first half and their offense took advantage of the Forreston miscues in a 28-0 win in the Northwest Upstate Illini.
Fulton stopped the Cardinals with fumble recoveries at the Steamers’ 6 early in the second quarter and at the 10 with two minutes left in the half. Senior linebacker Skylier Crooks scooped up the first one after a strip by senior lineman Jacob Huisenga and junior defensive back Braedon Meyers came up with the other fumble recovery on a strip of his own. Crooks had another key play on defense with an interception of Cardinals junior quarterback Brady Gill at the Steamers’ 35 with 23 seconds left in the half.
“I’m not a type of dude who can get an interception, but I just saw the ball come my way,” Crooks said. “It feels good making statements.”
Fulton led 12-0 at halftime. Steamers
senior quarterback Dom Kramer put his team up 6-0 with eight seconds left in the first quarter after a 15-yard run through several holes in the Cardinals’ defense, weaving left to right to left.
Taking advantage of one of the fumble recoveries, the Steamers scored again with 6:47 to play in the opening half. Kramer heaved a pass to junior wide receiver Landen Leu for a 35-yard touchdown completion and a two-score lead.
Crooks’ pick gave the Steamers momentum going into halftime and Meyers kept the momentum on Fulton’s side on the second-half kickoff. Meyers returned the ball 80 yards for a 20-0 lead.
There was green grass all around Meyers for the final 60 yards.
“I couldn’t have done it without my wedges,” Meyers said. “Josiah [Heald] was there. Skylier was there. It was awesome. I just saw that hole and just took off. The scoreboard really says something. We all worked very hard in practice this week and were just ready for everything that they had.”
Forreston averaged only 3.5 yards per carry in the first half and didn’t muster much else the rest of the game. The Cardinals lost their season opener for only the second time since 2009.
“We got beat in every aspect,” Cardinals coach Keynon Janicke said.
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Fulton’s Braedon Meyers recovers a fumble against Forreston on Aug. 30.
Talented underclassmen hold high hopes for future
By JOSHUA WELGE jwelge@shawmedia.com
Erie-Prophetstown’s most recent results, paired with the promise of new varsity players, makes for the potential of brighter days ahead.
Now it needs to play out on the football field.
The Panthers have put together only one winning season over the past nine but did win three of their last four games last year to finish 3-6.
Added to that momentum, E-P this fall has a talented junior group that collectively went 8-1 as sophomores.
“We just kept improving last year every single week. The guys just stuck with it,” E-P coach Tyler Whitebread said. “We have a good incoming group from last year’s sophomore team. We’re excited to see what they can do on varsity. We’re excited, but we are young.”
Leading the returning players is senior running back/defensive back Demetree Larsen. The two-way first team All-Three Rivers Athletic Conference pick rushed for a team-high 627 yards with four touchdowns last season and had 402 receiving yards
with four TD catches.
“He’s a guy that knows football and he understands it,” Whitebread said. “He has great instincts and a lot of God-given ability that he utilizes. It’s fun to watch him play. We’re expecting a similar to better season from him.”
Senior Amen Barron, a 5-foot-9, 225pound guard/linebacker, was the Panthers’ leading tackler last season and a second-team all-conference pick.
“He’s kind of a weight room junkie. Physically, I would put him toe-to-toe against every other player on our team,” Whitebread said. “He is slowly becoming a super good leader for us. The guys follow him. Offensively, he can do things pulling and trapping at guard. Most of his big hits come on the offensive side.”
Among the Panthers’ other returning players, junior Keegan Winckler started on defense as a sophomore but is expected to be the team’s starting quarterback this fall. Whitebread calls junior wide receiver/linebacker Gaven Adams “a leader that’s put a ton of time in during the offseason to
Alex T. Paschal file photo Erie-Prophetstown’s Connor Keegan picks up yards against Newman’s Mac Hanrahan during a 2023 game at Erie.
Morrison Mustangs ready to compete in NUIC
Wooden Shoe game against Fulton is back in Week 9
By DRAKE LANSMAN dlansman@shawmedia.com
Switching from the Three Rivers Athletic Conference to the Northwest Upstate Illini Conference is a move that made a lot of sense for the Morrison High School football team and coach Nathan Vandermyde.
“We’re going to be playing very similarly sized schools week in and week out,” Vandermyde said. “There’s not really a big fluctuation in the size of who we’re facing. I think it was a good transition for us.”
The move also means the return of the Wooden Shoe game between Fulton and Morrison, which is the last game of the regular season this year on Oct. 25. The Wooden Shoe series between the two conference rivals became official in 1977 and was last played in the regular season in 2021. Morrison beat Fulton 34-12 in the first round of last year’s Class 1A playoffs.
Vandermyde, a 2008 Morrison graduate who played quarterback for the Mustangs in 2006 and 2007, previously was an assistant at both Fulton and Morrison for four years. He’s in his second year as head coach with the Mustangs.
“It’s a good rivalry,” he said of the matchup with Fulton. “For us, I feel like it’s another game. It’s Week 9. Whoever we play is who we play. But it’s something I think that for both communities, it’s one they see on the schedule, it’s one that they circle.
“There’s a lot of history, there’s a lot of pride in the community with that matchup. It seems like every time Morrison and Fulton play, it’s just a different environment you’re playing in.”
Back for Morrison to lead the backfield is junior Brady Anderson, a unanimous first-team all-conference pick last year at running back after rushing for 1,026 yards and 17 touchdowns on 86 carries. The speedy back also was a Sauk Valley Media co-Track Athlete of the Year last spring.
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Brian Hurley file photo
Morrison’s Colton Bielema prepares to hand off against Fulton in the first round of the Class 1A playoffs. Bielema is back under center this season to lead the Mustangs in their first year playing in the NUIC.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS ROUNDUP
Football
Northwest Upstate Illini Conference
Eastland-Pearl City 22, Galena 6: EPC grabbed a road win to open the season as Jaxsyn Kempel and Jackson Corbin had rushing touchdowns.
Lena-Winslow 32, Morrison 6: The Mustangs fell in their NUIC debut at home to the powerhouse Panthers. Lena led 16-0 at the end of the first quarter and added 16 more points in the second half en route to the win. Morrison’s score came in the third quarter. The Panthers finished second in the state for 1A schools in 2023 and won state titles in 2017, 2019, 2021 and 2022.
Nonconference
Erie-Prophetstown 13, Kewanee 7: E-P held off Kewanee in a close road win after opening the game with a touchdown on its first drive. Keegan Winckler had both E-P touchdowns as the Panthers led 13-0 at halftime.
Sept. 6: Lena-Winslow (1-0) hosts Fulton (1-0), Morrison (0-1) travels to Galena (0-1) and Erie-Prophetstown (1-0) hosts Spring Valley Hall (0-1).
Boys golf
Fulton second at invite: The Steamers took second at the Le-Win/Pearl City invite. The format was best four scores on the front 9 and back 9 for the team totals. Fulton tallied 301, finishing behind only Rockford Lutheran’s 298. Eastland was fifth with a 329 at the nine-team event. Fulton was led by a third-place finish by Owen Van Zuiden (73), followed by Jacob Voss (75), Zach Winkel (77) and Braeden Brennan (77).
E-P third at Mercer County Invite: The Panthers shot a
Forreston’s Coehen Kirchner fights for yards against Fulton on Aug. 30. Fulton won 28-0.
337, finishing behind only Illini West (296) and Rockridge (335). Freshman Gavin Vandyke’s 82 for ninth place led the team. He was followed by Caden Vanhorn (83), Glake Beuns (84) and Parker Rangel (88).
Girls golf
E-P 203, Riverdale 224: Izzy Johnson’s 44 earned medalist honors to lead the Panthers, who also got scores from Michelle Naftzger (50), Lillian McWilliams (54) and Ava Grawe (55).
Girls volleyball
Galena 2, Fulton 1: The defending state champions in
Class 1A won 25-23, 27-29, 25-15 as Reese Germann led Fulton with 29 digs. Miraya Pessman (14 assists) led Fulton with 14 kills and two aces and Haley Smither added 10 kills.
Fulton 3, Northeast 1: The Steamers bounced back and won 24-26, 25-16, 25-21, 26-24 against the Iowa school that plays best of 5. Miraya Pessman (three aces) had 15 kills. Chloe Wilkin chipped in with 12 kills.
Erie-Prophetstown 2, Bureau Valley 0: Ashlyn Johnson led E-P with 10 kills and Kaylee Keegan had 25 assists in the 25-16, 25-15 win.
Boys cross country
Rock Falls invite: Rockford Christian took first with 33 points at the 11-team Rocket Run on Aug. 28 at Centennial Park. Rock Falls was runner-up with 53. Erie-Prophetstown (134) took fifth, followed by Amboy (185) and West Carroll (195). Oregon (242) was 10th. Individually, RC’s Andrew Kurien won in 15 minutes, 41 seconds. Gabe Moyer was runner-up in 15:05 for Rock Falls and West Carroll’s Roscoe Davies (16:35) was fourth. Anthony Valdivia (16:57) was eighth for Rock Falls. Daniel Gonzalez (17:13) led Oregon with an 11th-place finish.
Girls cross country
Rock Falls invite: Sherrard won the team title with a score of 54, followed by Cambridge (59). Rock Falls (104) was fourth, E-P (111) was fifth and Oregon (152) took sixth among eight teams. Cambridge’s Emily Downing won medalist honors in 17:56. Kat Scott’s 20:32 led the Rockets and E-P’s Sarah Link (21:46) took 10th.
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The Ancestor Project
As one of the final projects of the year, seventh graders at Erie Middle School were challenged to pick an ancestor or someone else that they could research and learn more about in order to write a story telling about their life. Students conducted interviews with family members and some were able to gather additional resources and pictures to help tell their story. While there were many great stories written, not all will be published.
The project was a collaborative effort between students’ history classes with Mrs. Kruthoff and Mr. Armstrong, English class with Mrs. Wolf and their families. It was inspired by the original project that longtime English teacher Mrs. Wiersema made a tradition in her eighth grade class.
Students enjoyed getting to know more about their families and many were surprised to learn how interesting their families were. We hope you will enjoy their stories, too.
Sandra Kay Chaplin
By Trevin Kimmins
Have you ever thought you can learn so much from your ancestors?
Sandra Kay Chaplin loves to fish any chance that she gets to go. One thing she enjoys the most is shopping for arts and crafts. All of this would keep her occupied as she is a hard worker.
My grandma is always focused and stays busy every day. Sandra Kay Chaplin is a wonderful person because she is very active, works on multiple projects in arts and crafts, retired after 17 years of hard work and loves fishing.
Some of her favorite subjects she always loved in school were math and English. I look forward to her helping me solve my math problems and helping with my English homework. My grandma is quite literally a human calculator! In fact, she had one of the highest-graded essays at her school. She can tell you what you need to fix on your paper. Other than that, I love how she can always be there for me.
Sandra Kay Chaplin was born on Nov. 22, 1950, in Pekin, Illinois. Her parents are Bernese Jean Smith and Bobby Jo Chaplin. She had four siblings. Their names are Ickabod Chaplin, Jo Lynn, Becky Chaplin and Tim Chaplin.
One of her favorite memories when she was a kid was her first time playing with her horses. Sandra grew up in a calm environment
with not much going on in the neighborhood. Although she did have a harsh childhood but managed to push through it. She went to Washington Intermediate School in Pekin and graduated from Edison Jr, High School. Sandra was on varsity for basketball with the Pekin Panthers. This is kind of ironic because we also are known as the Panthers in Erie.
Sandra Kay Chaplin married John Brown at the age of 24. This is her only marriage. Sandra has six kids named Becky Lopez, Dusty Chaplin, Sheila Chaplin, Scott Chaplin and James Chaplin. Sandra did not go into the military. Instead, she focused on arts and crafts, fishing and traveling. She even caught better fish than my grandpa, so you can call her an expert. While having multiple hobbies, she started a farm but quit farming after a while. Moving on, she started focusing on what she can do to improve.
One fun fact about my maternal grandmother is she has more than 70 grandkids and great-grandkids. She can name each and every one of them. Although sometimes I get confused because I hardly know some of them. My grandma told me she can’t keep count of that many grandkids but somehow she does. She told me she doesn’t want any more grandkids to keep count of. But Sandra hopes our family stays strong and active for generations to come.
My grandma started a business of making and selling items. Sandra sold these items online and in person. Sandra sells many items such as rings, necklaces, bracelets and crafts with solar lights. She still sells these items today!
The business still is running and active. You can even buy something from her that does not cost that much. The prices range from $5 to $20 depending on what you get. Anything you can buy would be really appreciated by my grandma, plus it helps support her business and overall just helps with her life.
Sandra really didn’t move much in her life. She has moved only three times – from Pekin to Green Bay, Wisconsin, and then to Erie. Sandra told me one of her greatest achievements was being over the age of 74. I guess she was really proud of that. But she’s had one hardship. Sandra started drinking and that affected her health majorly. All of the sudden she got diabetes but now is in good hands. She is still a loving grandma. Sandra spent most of her free time
making arts and crafts for us kids. They turned out to be really cool and she started selling them in other cities.
Her advice is for people to stay active and fit so you can live forever.
She retired from driving the Amish around after almost 17 years. The prices were 50 cents to $1 and 10 cents a mile. My grandma normally drove them around for 12 miles or wherever they needed to be. This made it super simple for her to get some money back then.
I loved how my grandma is a hard worker no matter the circumstances. Anybody can be a hard worker and can start now.
I feel so much closer because I learned more about her. I didn’t know much about her till now. One life lesson I learned from this is that you can always remain active whether you’re five or even 90. I am so proud of her for doing what she does. Life can be hard for her sometimes, but the kids always find a way to cheer her up. Once I realized how rough of a childhood she had, I treated her way differently. I hope
to get closer with my grandma and build a closer bond with her.
Sandra Kay Chaplin is a delightful person because she is very active, loves to do arts and crafts and retired after having many jobs. Sandra grew up in a camp environment and loved to play with her horses. She has had multiple hobbies such as crafting, fishing, spending time with family and friends, and sports when she was younger.
In conclusion, my grandma is a super hard worker who has made so many memories with us even when she is busy. One of her favorite memories is when she took me fishing for the first time. She has been around me in my life for more than 13 years, which sounds short but it’s a long time.
Sandra taught me many subjects in life about five years ago and continues to tell me to work hard. She also taught me how to deal with animals such as rabbits and turkeys. One thing that is funny is that her husband was a hunter when she wasn’t into hunting. Instead, she likes fishing more than hunting and killing animals.
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“I want to see him continually get better. Keep mastering his craft,” Vandermyde said of Anderson. “He’s the running back that has the most varsity experience in the backfield, so he’s going to be the one that guys look to to know the assignments. I kind of put it on Brady that he needs to be able to communicate that to them.
“He’s got to be the leader in that backfield.”
Senior Colton Bielema is back under center at quarterback after throwing for 800 yards and 12 TDs with a 54% completion percentage.
Vandermyde intends to mix things up between run and pass.
“He came through big for us in some big moments,” Vandermyde said of Bielema. “There were some really big throws in the Princeton game that helped propel us to coming out on top.”
Vandermyde also listed seniors Austin Boonstra (OL/DL), Donny Reavy (FB/DL) and Tyler Peters (OL/ DL) among his top players.
He understands the increased competition this season. There is not a week off in the NUIC.
“We’ve got to be fundamentally sound with our responsibilities and doing our individual jobs week in and week out because in the NUIC, there’s no easy game,” he said. “Everybody is a tough opponent. Everybody is vying for that playoff spot.
“It’s going to be a challenge, but I
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become a better player” and junior receiver/defensive back Connor Keegan is a “quiet leader, super athletic, has put a ton of time in the weight room.”
Up front, senior Nolan Gerlach was injured for the first few games last season and, Whitebread said, had a tough time getting his footing, but Gerlach is
think our guys are going to be up for that challenge and welcome that challenge.”
He expects every team’s best shot as the new team on the block. The Mustangs are used to playing hard.
healthy now and a starter on both sides of the line. Incoming junior Max Milem can do a little bit of everything and will be the Panthers’ slot receiver and backup safety. Braylon Swertfeger, a senior tight end/linebacker, got a little bit of time as a junior and Whitebread called him a “fearless kid who throws his body around.” Whitebread also expects big things out of sophomore running back/linebacker Tristan Hovey.
Two-way linemen Derek Naftzer
“I think it’s very similar to the style of football that we play as well,” Vandermyde said. “It just feels like kind of a natural fit. There’s a lot of smashmouth football, there’s big hits, there’s big boys out there. I think we should fit
and Caleb Reymer are two more sophomores who could make an impact.
“These younger kids, they’ve just had success throughout the years,” Whitebread said. “It’s a group that is committed to being the best they can be and it’s a good number of kids that are athletic and can move around and play multiple positions. They’re just smart athletes who understand the game.”
The keys to the Panthers coming together is how well students from Erie and Prophetstown high schools can jell
right in. It should be a fun year.”
Schedule: Sept. 6 at Galena; Sept. 13 at Galesburg; Sept. 20 at Du-Pec; Sept. 27 Forreston; Oct. 4 Dakota; Oct. 11 at Stockton; Oct. 18 Eastland-Pearl City; Oct. 25 at Fulton.
and trust each other, how quickly the team’s seniors can help lead the juniors and the juniors having the ability to play at the varsity at a high level.
“We have to get it going right away,” Whitebread said. “Last year that started halfway through the season and it was too late for us.”
Schedule: Sept. 6 vs. Hall, Sept. 13 vs. Newman, Sept. 20 at Rockridge, Sept. 27 vs. Mercer County, Oct. 4 at Riverdale, Oct. 11 vs. Orion, Oct. 18 at Mendota, Oct. 25 at Princeton
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Morrison’s Brady Anderson runs around the Orion defense during a 2023 game at Bud Cole Field at Morrison High School. Anderson is back this season to lead the Morrison backfield.
GIRLS VOLLEYBALL PREVIEWS
Erie-Prophetstown
Coach: Heather Bruns (10th season) 2023 record: 26-10, 8-4 TRAC West (2nd)
Top returners: Lauren Abbott, jr., MH; Jamie Neumiller, sr., OH; Peyton Umstead, sr., DS; Kallie Wiseley, sr., PIN
Key varsity newcomers: Ashlyn Johnson, jr., OH; Eden Jensen, jr., MB; Brynn Brown, so., DS; Kaylee Keegan, jr., S
Worth noting: Bruns said the team is relatively young but has great depth and hopes to keep momentum from last year going. “The goal is always to go forward and keep building on what we had the year before,” she said. “We are looking for our second 20-win season in a row, which we feel is highly attainable. We also have high hopes for a high finish in conference and a regional title is always the goal.”
Fulton
Coach: Stacy Germann (30th season) 2023 record: 29-7, 12-0 NUIC (1st)
Top returners: Resse Germann, sr., L; Miraya Pessman, sr., OH/S; Kali Brewer, sr., DS; Olivia Knott, sr., RH/ OH; Kylie Smither, sr., MH/RH; Haley Smither, jr., RH/MH/OH
Key varsity newcomers: Jordin Rathburn, jr., RH; Paige Cramer, jr., S; Chloe Wilkin, fr., MH; Jada Schaver, jr., DS
Worth noting: The defending NUIC champion won a regional title last season and reached the sectional semifinals before falling to top-seeded LenaWinslow in three sets. Coach Germann said Reese is one of the best liberos in the Iowa and Illinois area. She said the front row will be especially young, but the team’s defense looks to be better than its offense.
“This group has great game knowledge and has spent countless hours in the gym,” Germann said. “This will put them ahead of the game while their skill level will increase with every varsity game experience.”
Morrison
Coach: Jill DeRycke (1st season)
2023 record: 4-25-2, 0-12 TRAC (13th)
Top returners : Bella Duncan, sr., S; Kaylee Pruis, sr., OH
Worth noting: The team has struggled mightily since its last winning season in 2015.
“We have a lot of hungry girls in the program that are wanting to turn it around,” DeRycke said. “After a senior-heavy group left, we have a lot of juniors and lower classmen that are willing to step up for the varsity team. The team wants to build a strong volleyball reputation and be taken as a legitimate program and contender for the season.”
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Fulton’s Miraya Pessman hammers a shot against Le-Win at the sectional semifinal last year.
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703 14th Ave., Fulton, 815-589-3425 www.wearecrossview.com secretary@wearecrossview.com
Spring Valley Reformed Church 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton Pastor Paul Wissink 815-772-3554
First Christian Reformed Church 801 15th Avenue, Fulton, 815-589-3790 www.fultonfirstcrc.com firstcrcfulton@live.com
Pastor Michael Hooker
HILLSDALE
Hillsdale United Methodist Church 124 Butzer St., Hillsdale Church 309-658-2340
Pastor Melva England
HOOPPOLE
Calvary Evangelical Congregational Church
Rev. Zachary Van Dyke, Pastor 563-370-8779
Hooppole Zion Methodist Church Pastor 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
WISDOM
Heating and Air Erie, Illinois
“For your wisest climate solutions” 309-659-7944
Allure of Prophetstown
Senior Living Apartments
Skilled Nursing Services Hospice Inpatient Outpatient Therapy Service
310 Mosher Drive, Prophetstown 815-537-5175
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 facebook.com/morrisonfirstbaptist
First Presbyterian Church Rev. Michael Selburg - 815-772-3510
100 East Lincolnway, Morrison
Facebook live services Sundays 10:15 a.m.
YouTube Channel: First Presbyterian Church firstpresmorrison@gmail.com www.firstpresmorrison.org
Kingdom Life Community Church 11429 Ward Road, Morrison 815-772-4098
www.kingdomlife.global Pastor Stephen Harmon
Morrison Christian Church
201 S. Genesee, Morrison David Manley, Minister, 602-750-6426 d.manley93@yahoo.com Google YouTube Larry Kidwell for sermons.
Morrison United Methodist Church
200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison Pastor Sun-Ah Kang - 815-772-4030
CHURCH LISTINGS
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
Rev. Slawomir Zimodro
13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison 815-772-3095
St. Peter’s Lutheran Church
601 N. Jackson St., Morrison www.stpetersmorrison.com
Interim Reverend David Andermann
PORT BYRON
Bethel Baptist
27308 108th Ave. N., Port Byron Church Phone: 309-523-3352
Pastor Josh Matthews
Church of the Cross
United Methodist Church 22621 IL 2 and 92, Port Byron
Pastor Mark Graham Parish Office: 309-523-2201
Countryside Christian Church
3817 230th St. N., Port Byron
Pastor Steve Allison Church Phone: 309-523-2834
Fairfield United Methodist Church
235th St. at 115th Ave. North, Port Byron
Pastor Larry Misfeldt - 309-523-3767
Messiah Lutheran Church
302 11th St., Port Byron - 309-523-2421
Pastor Gwen Sefrhans-Murphy
Peace Lutheran Church ELCA 20828 Friedens Road, Port Byron Interim Pastor: Nancy Jaster www.peacelutheranil.org - 309-523-2295
Port Byron First United Methodist Church 9412 228th St. N., Port Byron, IL Church Office: 309-848-4050
Email: portbyronfirstumc@gmail.com
Roberta Robbins, Lead Pastor Becky Butterfield, Associate Pastor
PROPHETSTOWN
Advent Christian Church
200 Elm St., Prophetstown
Pastor Diana Verhulst 815-537-5646 - ptownac.org
& Law Insurance Agency, Inc.
Brent Dykstra, Agent In River City Mall
1426 10th Avenue, Fulton 815-589-2200
First Lutheran Church
Pastor Chelsey Weech Office: 815-537-2758 www.firstlutheran-ptown.org
Leon United Methodist Church 17173 Lomax Road, Prophetstown Pastor Joey Garcea - cell 815-656-0362 pastorjoeygarcea@gmail.com
Prophetstown
United Methodist Church
200 W. 2nd St., Prophetstown Pastor Joey Garcea - 815-537-2496
River Church
218 E. 3rd St., Prophetstown 815-876-6226 - www.riverchurchag.com
St. Catherine Catholic Church of Prophetstown 815-537-2077
RAPIDS CITY
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 1416 Third Ave., Rapids City Fr. Glenn H. Harris Phone 309-496-2414
TAMPICO
St. Mary Catholic Church
Reverend Slawomir Zimodro 105 Benton St., Tampico Phone 815-438-5425
Tampico Baptist Church 209 W. 3rd St., Tampico Pastor Ethan Horton
Tampico First United Methodist Church Pastor Leanne Keate - 815-564-2302
Aug. 17-23
Warranty deeds
Nathan Lyle Morine and Katlyn Morine to Alyssa Meiers, 504 N. Lime St., Albany, $202,000.
Maureen M. Frey, formerly known as Maureen M. Leal, and Matthew Frey to Gustavo Elifas Kolicheski, 411 Dixon Ave., Rock Falls, $73,000.
Wayne Platek to Tony Howe and Gardenia Putis Howe, 201 W. Grove St., Sterling, $112,500.
Victoria Wallace, formerly known as Victoria Hughes, to Trent Wallace and Erica N. Zimmerman, 21343 Freeport Road, Sterling, $235,000.
A&H Properties Inc. to Preston White, 506 W. Sixth St., Sterling, $72,500.
Castlerock 2023 LLC to Juan Marquez, 311 E. 11th St., Sterling, $23,000.
Joseph P. McDonald to Jesus Castillo, 314 E. Fourth St., Rock Falls, $77,000.
Rebecca L. Wilkerson, Clifford Wilkerson, Regina R. Meier, Michael A. Meier, Erica M. Martinez, formerly known as Erica M. Young, Raul Martinez, William A. Boggs Chavez and Brenden T. Boggs Chavez to Jason Longnecker, 12694 Meredosia Road, Albany, $120,000.
Timothy E. McCaslin and Tracey L. McCaslin to Tim McCaslin Trust and Tracey McCaslin Trust, 1808 16th Ave., Sterling, 1822 First Ave., Sterling, 304 E. 19th Ave., Sterling, and 2115 Fifth Ave., Sterling, $0.
Lynne G. Finnicum to IGH Enterprises LLC, 14474 Lyndon Road, Morrison, $117,000.
Chad E. Huizenga and Sandra J. Huizenga to Shelly S. Field and Thomas J. Field, 1229 Eighth Ave., Fulton, $135,000.
Bedri Isai to Alim LLC, 405 Fifth Ave., Sterling, $120,000.
Quit claim deeds
Joel D. Kendell to Tammy S. Kendell, 307 W. Fourth St., Tampico, $0.
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“Offensively, we got the ball toward the end zone and put the ball on the ground. Defensively, we didn’t follow all of our rules and assignments and got beat on those plays. On special teams, if you’re going to give up touchdowns, it’s a recipe for disaster.”
Fulton senior lineman Heald had two tackles for loss in the first half and junior linebacker Mason Kuebel added two of his own in the second half. Fulton held Forreston’s quartet of backs – seniors Coehen Kirchner, Evan Boettner and Dane Setterstrom and sophomore Mickey Probst – to mostly short gains. A 19-yard run by Kirchner in the first quarter was the Cardinals’
Rozely M. Elmendorf to Eric E. Elmendorf, 2222 Deets Road, Sterling, $0.
Catherine M. Matthews to David L. Matthews, one parcel in Hume Township, $0.
John S. St. Garza to Robert J. Valdivia III, 513 W. Fourth St., Sterling, $0. Fountain Investments LLC to Isaac Ciurar, 300 N. Washington St., Tampico, $2,601.
Trustee deeds
Ryan G. Murphy, trustee, Ashley C. Murphy, trustee and Murphy Joint Trust to Justin and Raeann Reyes, 1803 33rd Ave., Sterling, $18,000.
Daniel G. Dykstra and Tina L. Dykstra to Daniel Dykstra Family Trust and Tina Dykstra Family Trust, 18191 Malvern Road, Morrison, $0.
Farmers National Bank, trustee, William M. Abbott Trust and Betty B. Abbott Trust to Laverne D. Newendyke, two parcels in Ustick Township, $200,000.
Executors deeds
Rosemary Davis Estate to Hibbard Property Holdings, 28813 Fulfs Road, Sterling, $245,000.
Deeds
Whiteside County sheriff and Robert M. Stichter to Rock River Housing Trust, 1306 14th Ave., Rock Falls, $83,161.
Raymond E. Wakenight Estate to Katherine Maiden, 205 N. Washington St., Tampico, $6,500.
Cynthia L. Chatham to Cynthia L. Chatham, trustee, and Mark A. Kreutzer Trust, 514 12th Ave., Rock Falls, $0.
Paul J. Cunniff to Paul J. Cunniff Trust and Matthew P. Cunniff, trustee, 23047 Gaulrapp Road, Rock Falls, and one parcel in Hume Township, $0.
Heirship
Rebecca L. Wilkerson to Fred A. Boggs Estate, 12694 Meredosia Road, Albany, $0.
Source:WhitesideCountyRecorder’s Office
largest run.
“It’s a great feeling shutting them out,” Heald said. “They were real good last year and we came out here and we played our butts off. As a team, we all did our jobs. We just had to play physical and had to get to our blocks. When we get to our blocks, all our plays are made.”
Fulton will look to continue its winning ways this week when it travels to defending Class 1A runner-up LenaWinslow, a 32-6 winner over Morrison on Aug. 30. Forreston will look to rebound at home against Dakota.
“Fulton’s very well-coached,” Janicke said. “They’re physical, they’re aggressive and fast and I think they’re going to be very dangerous this year. I hope we get another shot at them, but it just didn’t go our way today.”
AND SERVICE
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CLASSIFIED
PUBLIC AUCTION
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS
STERLING, IL 61081
SU ND AY, SEPTEMBE R 8, 2024 12PM (Noon) 2040 WELDAN ROAD,
Allis Chalmers D17 narro w front, International 756 3pt narro w front, Farmall 450 2pt power steering, 2 DC cases, John Deere 2020 gas wide front 3 pt has issues, International Cub with mo wer, Ford 8 or 9 N, Ford 601, Farmall Cub with sprayer, Cub Low Boy with mower and blade, International 2000 loader, McCormick 80 pull type co mbine, International 37 disc, New Holland 275 square bailer, JD 14T square bailer, JD 1240 corn planter, JD 495A corn planter, New Holland cycle mower, JD 4 run cultivator , Allis Chalmers snap coupler plow, Ford 3 pt 3 bottom plo w, Dearborn 2 bottom plow, 5” ft Woo ds 3 pt mower bad gear box, 5 ft Woods 3 pt mower 60- 4, King Cutter mower, New Idea 2 row wide picker sheller, JD spreader , New Idea spreader , 3 pt cultivator, end gate seeder, 3 pt cherry picker, drag cart with sections, spread co blades, 1 shank 3pt ripper, JD 2 row cultivator, JD crimper, IH crimper, JD hay rake, Parker gravity wagon, Freeman flair box and gear, Farm & Fleet gravity wagon and gear, 90 HP jet ski boat rebuilt engine, 4x8 trailer, 16 ft trail er frame, bulk bin, T posts, gates, hand tools, some scrap items and vehicles
KARROW FAMILY, OWNERS
TERMS: CASH OR GOOD CHECK HAVE POSITIVE ID NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ITEMS AFTER SOLD AUCTIONEERS: Rob Young, IL441000593, 815-632-8000 Kevin Conklen, Sale Manager 815-590-8027
CASHIER: Dianne Behrens; CLERK: Cheri Lockhart auctionzip.com ID#43915
Allied First Bank, SB DBA Servbank PLAINTIFF Vs. Katherine Metcalf; et. al. DEFENDANTS
No. 2023FC194
NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Forecl osure and Sale entered in the above cause on 04/17/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on October 11, 2024 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 otherw ise designate d 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 descr ibed real esta te:
PIN 18-06-102-001
Improved with Si ngle Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3240 Archer Dr East Mol ine, 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 calc ulated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fracti on thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (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 r epresentati on as to qua lity or quantity of title and without recourse to Pla intiff and in "AS IS" condition
The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condomini um Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).
If the property is located in a common interest community, pur chasers 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 fur ther recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.
Upon pay ment in ful l of the amount bid, the purchaser shall rece ive 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 any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.
The property will NOT be ope n for inspection and Plaintiff makes no represen tation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all infor mation 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 SECTIO N 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
For informati on: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attor ney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontag e Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-23-01813.
I3250688
September 3, 10, 17, 2024
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLI NOIS Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC PLAINTIFF
STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14th CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WHITESIDE
Estate of: EUGENE V. NOFFSINGER, a deceased person Case No
2023 PR 10 NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL REPORT
Notice is hereby given to the heirs of Eugene V. Noffsinger, deceased, and any interested parties in this action. A Final Repor t was filed in this case on August 16, 2024. If no objection is filed to the Final Report within forty-two (42) days of August 16, 2024, the Administrator of the Estate shall be discharged and the estate closed. Any objections must be fi led with the Whiteside County Circuit Clerk and a copy of the objection to counsel listed below: Nicholas W. Heid Heid Law Offices , LLC 19670 Waller Rd Fulton, IL 61252 815-589-9961
Sep. 3, 10, 17, 2024
issued out of said
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Vs. Othel Gay, Jr.; Betty Gay; Agnolia Gay; Donald Gay; Ronald Gay; Sandra Gay; Gerald Gay; Fredrick Gay; Nikki Gay; Marcus Gay; Linda Gay; Pamela Seale s; The City of Rock Island; Tower Loan of Illinois, LLC; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Othel Gay; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants; Allison Walsh, as Special Represen tative for Othel Gay (deceased) DEFENDANTS No. 2024FC127 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Othel Gay Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants
certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit:
Court against you as provi ded by law and that the said suit is now pending NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Tammy R. Weikert Rock Island County Courthouse 1317 3rd Avenue, Suite 101 Rock Island, IL 61201 on or before October 3, 2024, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPL AINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.
PRAYER OF SAID COMPL AINT.
CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.
Attorneys for Plaintiff
15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300
DuPage # 15170
Winnebago # 531
Our File No 14-24-03966
NOTE: This l aw firm is a debt collector. I3250785
September 3, 10, 17, 2024
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Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300
DuPage # 15170
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
Allied First Bank, SB DBA Servbank PLAINTIFF Vs. Katherine Metcalf; et. al. DEFENDANTS
COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 521 15th Ave Rock Island, IL 61201 and w hich said Mortgage was made by: Othel Gay the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for LoanDe pot.com, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Rock Island County, Illinois, as Document No. 2018-13551; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provi ded by law and that the said suit is now pending NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Tammy R. Weikert
Winnebago # 531
ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS
No. 2023FC194
Our File No 14-24-03966
NOTE: This l aw firm is a debt collector. I3250785
NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE
September 3, 10, 17, 2024
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Forecl osure and Sale entered in the above cause on 04/17/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on October 11, 2024 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 otherw ise designate d 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 descr ibed real esta te: LOT NUMBER ONE (1) IN ARCHIBALD'S ADDITION TO THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND, STATE OF ILLINOIS
PIN 18-06-102-001
BUDGET & APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE
CORDOVA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ORDINANCE No. 2425
An ordinance appropri ating for all purposes for CORDOVA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, Rock Island County, Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2025.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Trustees of CORDOVA FIRE PROTECTIO N, DISTRICT, Rock Island County, Illinois.
SECTION 1: That the amounts hereinafter set forth, or so much thereof as may be authorized by law, and as may be needed or deemed necessary to defray all expenses and li abilities of CORDOVA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, be and the same are hereby appropriated for all purposes of CORDOVA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, Rock Island County, Illinois, as her eafter specified for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2025
SECTION 2: That the followi ng budget containing an estimate of revenues and expenditures is hereby adopted for the following funds: GE NE RAL FUND BEGINNING BALANCE 30-Jun-25 $1,620,924.00 ESTIMATED REVENUES Property Tax $700,474.00; Replacement Tax $188,655.00; Interest Income $50,100.00; Donations $3,500.00; Tax Liability -$94,719.00 TOTAL ESTIMATED RE VE NUES:
: $2,005,115.00 ENDING BALANCE 30-Jun-24 $493,819.00 CONTINGENCIES Contingencies $70,000.00 Total Contingency $70,000.00 COMMODITIE S: FF Equipment/Tools
Improved with Si ngle Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3240 Archer Dr East Mol ine, 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 calc ulated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fracti on thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (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 r epresentati on as to qua lity or quantity of title and without recourse to Pla intiff and in "AS IS" condition
The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Rock Island County Courthouse 1317 3rd Avenue, Suite 101 Rock Island, IL 61201 on or before October 3, 2024, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPL AINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300
DuPage # 15170
If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condomini um Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).
Winnebago # 531
Our File No 14-24-03966
If the property is located in a common interest community, pur chasers 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)
NOTE: This l aw firm is a debt collector. I3250785
September 3, 10, 17, 2024
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 pay ment in ful l of the amount bid, the purchaser shall rece ive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Dee d to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.
The property will NOT be ope n for inspection and Plaintiff makes no represen tation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all infor mation
Rock Island; Tower Loan of Illinois, LLC; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Othel Gay; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants; Allison Walsh, as Special Represen tative for Othel Gay (deceased) DEFENDANTS No. 2024FC127 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Othel Gay Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 521 15th Ave Rock Island, IL 61201 and w hich said Mortgage was made by: Othel Gay the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for LoanDe pot.com, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Rock Island County, Illinois, as Document No. 2018-13551; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provi ded by law and that the said suit is now pending NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Tammy R. Weikert Rock Island County Courthouse 1317 3rd Avenue, Suite 101 Rock Island, IL 61201 on or before October 3, 2024, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPL AINT.
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 SECTIO N 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.
For informati on: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attor ney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontag e Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-23-01813. I3250688
That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 521 15th Ave Rock Island, IL 61201 and w hich said Mortgage was made by: Othel Gay the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for LoanDe pot.com, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Rock Island County, Illinois, as Document No. 2018-13551; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provi ded by law and that the said suit is now pending NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the
Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170
September 3, 10, 17, 2024
SECTION 4: That if any section, subdivision, or sentence of this ordinance shall for any reason be held invalid or to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining por tion of this ordinance.
SECTIO N 5: That each appropriated fund total shall be divided among the several objects and purposes specified, and in particular amounts stated for each fund respecti vely in Section 2 constituting the total appropriations in the amounts of EIGHT HUNDRED SEVENTY E IGHT THOUSAND TEN AND NO/100 ($878,010.00) for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024 ending June 30, 2025
SECTIO N 6: That section 3 shall be and i s a summary of the annual Appropriation Ord inance of this Cordova Fire Protection District, passed by the Board of Trustees as required by law and shall be in full for ce and effect from and after this date
SECTION 7: That a certified copy of the Budget & Appropriation Ordinance must be fil ed with the County Clerk within 30 days after adoption.
ADOPTED this 30th day of August, 2024 pursuant to a roll call vote by the Board of Trustees of CORDOVA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, Rock Island County, Illinois BOARD OF TRUSTEES voting AYE Johanne Hines, Connie Stratton, Brenda Wilkey, Duane Wilkey, N eil Bennett NAY 0 ABSENT 0
September 3, 2024
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTE ENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT FOR WHITESIDE COUNTY , ILLINOISCHANCERY DIVISION CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. DEBRA J. SMITH; AMANDA J. STE VE NS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD C LAIMANTS, Defendants.
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Case No.: 2024FC75
Property Address:
600 17th Ave, Fulton, IL 61252
NOTICE BY PUBLICATION
NOTICE IS HE REBY GIVEN TO THE FOLLOWING, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOTS 1 AND 4 IN BLOCK 7 OF BLAKES' ADDITION TO THE CITY OF FULTON, IN WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 14, 1856 IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 45.
Commonly known as: 600 17th Ave, Fulton, IL 61252
Names of the titleholders of record: DEBRA J SMITH; AMANDA J. STEVENS
Date of the Mortgage: April 27, 2022
Name or names of the mortgagors: DEBRA J. SMITH; AMANDA J. STEVENS
Name of the mortgagee: Lower , LLC dba Homeside Financial
Date and place of recording: April 28, 2022; Office of the Recorder of the De eds of Whi teside County, Illinois Identification of recording: Document No. 2022-02567. NOW THEREFORE, unless you file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case, on or befor e Se ptember 19, 2024, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT.
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PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTIO N PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF?S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTIN G TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY IN FORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE
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_s/ David Reyes, Esq._
David Reyes, Esq
Counsel of Record for Plaint iff ARDC # 6340981
August 20, 27, September 3, 2024
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