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Preparing for spring

Art show underway at Woodlawn Arts Academy

STERLING – Woodlawn Arts Academy’s 15th annual Student-Teacher Art Exhibit features more than 120 pieces of artwork by regional kindergarten through 12th grade students and their teachers. The artwork will be on display in the halls and lounge at Woodlawn through April 26, and the exhibit is free to view during regular business hours from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays. The public was welcome to vote on

LOCAL BRIEFS

Local Prophetstown author’s book signing is March 16

Come show support for our local artists. The public is invited to attend the book signing of local author J.S. Patrick for his latest book “After Z part V” from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 16, at the Henry C. Adams Memorial Library Come and listen to the author speak about his stories and the adventures of Z. The book will be available for purchase

their favorite pieces during the opening reception as well as on Facebook for the first two weeks of the exhibit. The top four vote-getters in each of three age categories will be featured in the academy’s Summer Arts Program Guide, which is mailed to 24,000 addresses in the Sauk Valley area. Additionally, select pieces from the exhibit will be displayed as banners along the First Avenue Bridge between Sterling and Rock Falls, thanks to a partnership with the city of Sterling.

Woodlawn Arts Academy is an agency of United Way of Whiteside and Lee counties, and financial assistance is available to those who qualify. Details on the academy’s programming and financial assistance applications are available in the academy office or on the website at www.woodlawnartsacademy.com. The academy’s programs are partially funded by grants from the Illinois Arts Council Agency and The Chicago Community Foundation.

and signing.

The library is located at 209 W. Third St. in Prophetstown.

Brain exercise class set for March 20

Experience a monthly journey with Kara Schweitzer, an educator from University of Illinois Extension, as she leads participants through interactive activities crafted to stimulate the brain and enhance cognitive

function and memory.

Regardless of age, young or old, it’s never too late to embark on the path of brain training.

Dive into this enjoyable and informative class with Schweitzer.

The next class will be at 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 20, at the Henry C. Adams Memorial Library.

The library is located at 209 W. Third St. in Prophetstown.

Photos by Earleen Hinton

A tractor transports equipment and anhydrous tanks south of Prophetstown on Saturday, March 2. Mild weather has prompted some farmers to begin staging equipment for spring planting.

Judge sets conference for former Boy Scout leader from Morrison accused of sexually abusing Scout in 2004

By EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@shawmedia.com

OREGON – An Ogle County judge agreed March 6 to a special conference with attorneys in April for a former Boy Scout leader accused of sexually abusing a 15-year-old boy 20 years ago.

Jason L. Endress, 44, of Morrison is charged with two counts of criminal sexual assault and two counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse stemming from incidents alleged to have occurred in 2004 when he was a director at Camp Lowden, a Boy Scout camp east of Oregon.

Endress has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

On March 6, Endress and his attorney James Mertes appeared before Judge John Redington. Ogle County Assistant State’s Attorney Allison

Huntley represented the state.

“I have been advised that you are both asking for a 402 conference,” Redington said.

A 402 conference is intended to be an open process where attorneys and a judge discuss relevant information regarding the case and a potential outcome. Defendants are not present during the conference, but must agree to waive their presence before it is held.

Redington set the conference and a subsequent hearing for 11 a.m. April 22. Huntley did not object to the continuance.

“Even though you won’t be in the

room with us, I want you here in the courthouse so Mr. Mertes can meet with you right after the conference,” Redington told Endress.

Endress, a teacher at Clinton High School in Clinton, Iowa, for 22 years, was put on paid administrative leave in August 2023.

He was arrested July 25, 2023, after the Ogle County Sheriff’s Department received a call June 23 from Emily Cross, chief operating officer of the Blackhawk Area Council, who told police the organization’s hotline received a call with the allegations.

The council is chartered by the national Boy Scouts of America and is headquartered in Rockford, serving southwestern Wisconsin and northwestern Illinois. In Illinois, it runs Canyon Camp, between Stockton and Apple River, and Camp Lowden.

During an August 2023 preliminary hearing, Ogle County Sheriff’s Lt. Brian Ketter testified he contacted the hotline caller, who said he was a camper at Camp Lowden in 2003 and 2004, when Endress, then 25, was a director.

According to court documents, the alleged sexual contact occurred May 24 and Sept. 6, 2004.

Ketter also testified that he and an Illinois State Police special agent listened in on a telephone conversation that the man had with Endress on July 20, 2023.

Endress is free on $100,000 bond after posting 10%, or $10,000. He has no criminal history in Iowa or the Sauk Valley area, according to court records.

• Reporter Kathleen Schiultz contributed this story.

Former Savanna woman pleads guilty to harassing Black neighbor

By KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@shawmedia.com

MOUNT CARROLL – A former Savanna woman, who with her son faces a civil hate crime lawsuit that accuses her of harassing her Black neighbor, has pleaded guilty in Carroll County court to harassing the neighbor.

Cheryl Hampton, 69, now of Streator in La Salle County, faces three to seven years in prison at her sentencing April 17. It is a probational offense.

Hampton pleaded guilty March 1, the day after her son, Chad Hampton, 47, now of Victoria in Knox County, was found not guilty at a bench trial of criminal damage to property, a misdemeanor. He was accused of spraying the same neighbor’s yard with weedkiller, but presiding Judge Jerry Kane found that the state did not prove he knowingly damaged the lawn.

The Hamptons also are accused in a civil lawsuit of harassing their neighbor for months in 2020, resulting in several alleged violations of the

RCFPD FEBRUARY FIRE REPORT

Volunteers with the Rapids City Fire Protection District responded to 37 calls for assistance in February. A breakdown of those calls is as follows:

Village of Rapids City – One EMS call.

Illinois hate crimes statute. That suit, the state’s first civil hate crime suit, was filed by Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s office May 31, 2022, and seeks penalties of at least $100,000.

According to the civil lawsuit:

police that Chad Hampton sprayed his yard with weed-killer. Chad Hampton was charged Sept. 20 and arraigned on the misdemeanor charge Oct. 19, 2020.

The neighbor bought his home in the 300 block of Bowen Street on Oct. 16, 2019. The Hamptons lived next door in a rental.

A little more than six months after he moved in, on July 12, 2020, he told police that his orange retractable fence was cut in half the day after Cheryl Hampton told him she would tear it down.

Savanna police Lt. Daniel Nevills, now retired, responded to the Hamptons’ home, where Cheryl Hampton used a racial slur and told Nevills that she didn’t want to live next door to a Black person, according to the suit.

Later that day, the neighbor told

Village of Port Byron – Six EMS calls, one fire alarm and one gas odor.

Fire Protection District (Rural) – Fourteen EMS calls.

Automatic aid was given to Hillsdale Fire

Less than a week later, an effigy was hung by a noose in a tree in the Hamptons’ yard, bearing a mask painted black with a curly black wig with patches of white, resembling the neighbor’s salt-andpepper hair, and wearing clothing resembling his, according to the suit. A large chain bound the head, arms and torso. The tree was a few feet from the neighbor’s home.

The Hamptons also painted a racial slur on one of their windows facing the neighbor’s home and draped a Confederate flag behind it, according to the suit.

The scene, photos of which were filed along with the civil complaint, was staged in retaliation against the

Protection District for three traffic accidents and one grass fire. Mutual aid was given to Hampton Fire Department for one brush fire and Rock Island Fire Department for one structure

neighbor, who had contacted Savanna police repeatedly about other “aggressive actions” by the Hamptons, according to the suit.

Savanna police visited the Hampton home again Oct. 26, 2020, and Cheryl Hampton “admitted the display targeted” the neighbor because they were tired of his complaints against them, she said.

Police asked her to move the effigy out of his view, and she refused, according to the suit.

The next day, Nevills and thenMayor Chris Lain went to the Hamptons’ home, and Cheryl Hampton told them that she was tired of the complaints, that she was angry that her son had to take a day off work to attend court, that the hanging figure was a “Halloween decoration” and that she would not move it out of her neighbor’s view, according to the suit.

She was arrested and charged later that day with harassing a witness, the charge to which she pleaded guilty March 1.

A status hearing in the civil lawsuit is set for March 25.

fire.

The Fire Protection District is in need of volunteers to fill all positions. Email Fire Chief Don Carey at pbfd1@portbyronil.com for more information.

Jason L. Endress

Chad Hampton

Cheryl Hampton

Indian Mounds presentation is March 17 in Fulton

The Fulton Historical Society will host its March 17 program at 2 p.m. at the Fulton (Martin House) Museum, 707 10th Ave. in Fulton.

Local historians refer to John Baker as the founder and first white settler in Fulton in 1835. Aware that there were Native Americans who also resided in Whiteside County, speaker Wolf Koch will deliver information about the tribes that hunted, fished and not only made their homes there, but whose burial sites have provided insight into how they lived more than 2,000 years ago,

Koch and his wife, Linnea, have

OBITUARIES

SHARON K. IRION

Born: June 11, 1941 in Morrison, IL

Died: March 2, 2024 in Morrison, IL

SHARON K. IRION, 82, of Morrison, passed away Saturday, March 2, 2024 in Morrison. There will be no visitation or funeral service; a private family graveside service will be held at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison.

Sharon was born on June 11, 1941 in Morrison to Lloyd “Red” Sr. and Lorna (Williams) Gallentine. She attended Morrison High School. On September 20, 1957 she married Richard “Dick” Irion, Sr. in Morrison. She was a stay-at-home mom and grandma for the majority of her life and loved everyone in her family very dearly. Besides her family,

TERRY OTTENS

Born: July 9, 1948 in Clinton, IA

Died: March 8, 2024 in Fulton, IL

been studying accounts of the Hopewell archeological research and they have traveled to many mound-building sites in Ohio and Illinois. The Albany Mounds State Historic Site is home to the most significant Hopewell era with more than 90 known mounds and several village sites. Fulton has been mentioned in early published research. A 1932 study conducted by Richard Snodgrasse of the University of Chicago, titled “Report of Reconnaissance Survey, Summer 1932,” cited an 1876 report by the Putnam Museum noting “there are two mounds opposite Clinton on

the Mississippi River. It also cited a Mr. Hoy, living in Thomson, as knowing of large mounds near Fulton.” Finally, Snodgrasse listed two Fulton residents, Henry Kane and Dan Considine, as having local information on the Hopewell Tribe.

Koch’s presentation will trace the development of a thriving, ancient civilization that existed in northwestern Illinois thousands of years ago.

The public is invited. Refreshments will be served. The north entrance is accessible. For more information, call Barbara Mask at 815-3210318.

Sharon’s favorite things included singing and dancing to country music, spending time with her children and grandchildren, going for rides In the car, and petting and talking to her grand-dogs.

Survivors include her son, Richard Irion, Jr. of Morrison; daughter, Debbie (Greg) Houldson of Morrison; three granddaughters, Brycee (Frank) Ambrosio of Wheaton, IL, Allison Houldson of Morrison and Lindsey Houldson of Morrison; great-granddaughter Luciana Ambrosio of Wheaton, IL; one brother, Lloyd (RuthAnne) Gallentine of Princeton, IL; one sister, Janice Wilson (Steve Fransen) of Savanna, IL; several nieces and nephews.

Sharon was preceded in death by her husband; parents; three sisters, Pat Olson, Mary Jane Gallentine and Lorna Marie Gallentine; three brothers, Larry Gallentine, Rick, Gallentine and an unnamed baby.

To send online condolences go to www. bosmarenkes.com

in the 4th Infantry Division in the Central Highlands of Vietnam from 1969 to 1970.

BRETT A. MELTON

Born: May 9, 1959 in Sterling, IL

Died: March 6, 2024 in Unionville, MO

Brett Alan Melton, 64, of Sterling, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on March 6, 2024 in Unionville, Missouri. He was born on May 9, 1959 in Sterling to Jack and Joanne (Sippel) Melton. Brett was a graduate of Prophetstown High School in 1977. He married Karen Smith in Sterling, Illinois on February 23, 1985.

Smith.

Brett was employed as a correctional officer and later a maintenance craftsman for the State of Illinois at Dixon and Thompson Correctional Center for twenty-five years where he retired from. Brett had a deep love of the outdoors and adventure, especially for fishing, hunting, camping, and scuba diving. Brett was a devoted father and husband, teaching his kids about the great outdoors, and was a passionate wrestling coach for his son and many others. Brett had a major impact on the wrestling community. After retiring in 2010, Brett and his lovely wife enjoyed their time travelling and wintering in Louisiana with family. Being Papa to his two granddaughters was one of the greatest joys of his life. Brett’s love for the great outdoors will always be remembered and cherished by those who knew him.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at the McDonald Funeral Home in Prophetstown. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM with Pastor Dr. Scott Porter officiating. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Prophetstown.

TERRY OTTENS, 75, of Fulton, IL, died Friday, March 8, 2024, at his home.

His funeral service will be held at 5:00 PM on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at the Fulton Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home with Roy Abbott officiating. A visitation will be held prior to the service starting at 2:00 PM until the time of the funeral. Cremation rites will be accorded following the funeral service. A memorial has been established.

Terry was born July 9, 1948, in Clinton, IA to Gerald J. and Marian G. (Geerts) Ottens. He was educated in the Fulton grade schools and was a 1966 graduate of Fulton High School. He then graduated from Clinton Community College. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, specifically serving

On December 11, 1971, he married Linda A. VanZuiden in Clinton, IA, and they shared their lives for 49 years before Linda’s passing on February 2, 2021. Terry was employed for 36 years at 3M in Cordova, IL, as a general supervisor, retiring in 2007. He was an avid photographer who found joy in capturing moments and spent countless hours in his darkroom developing cherished memories of his family. Terry’s greatest joy in life was his family, and he treasured every moment spent with them, especially his grandchildren.

Survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth (Mike) Drevline of Arlington Heights, IL, and Emily Ottens of Fulton, IL; two sons, Joseph Ottens of Fulton, IL, and Thom (Jessica) Ottens of Bettendorf, IA; four grandchildren, Evan and Madison Dzik and Ella and Charlie Ottens; two step-grandchildren, Mallory and Kiki Drevline.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Linda; one sister, Carol Massey.

To send online condolences go to www. bosmarenkes.com

He is survived by his lovely wife, Karen; his children Amber (Bo) Crawford and Garett (Sabrina) Melton; his grandchildren Jolynn and Callie Crawford; his brother, Randy Melton; and “man’s best friend”, Jackson. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Ronetta Smith, sister-in-laws Sharon (William) Brauer and Teresa Smith, best friends Steve “Dilly” and Deb Dillabough, and numerous cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, brother Jack, brother-inlaw Mark Smith, and father-in-law Donald

DONNA J. SMITH

Donna J. Smith, 85, of Morrison, IL, formerly of Fulton, IL, passed on Sunday, March 10, 2024.

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

BERNARD J. ZAJICEK

Bernard J. Zajicek, 85, of Fulton, IL, passed on Monday, March 4, 2024. Arrangements entrusted to Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, Fulton, IL. Additional information: www.bosmarenkes.com.

In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established to Hospice of Northeast Missouri. Online condolences may be sent to www. mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com

A historical marker commemorates where Fulton’s first home was built in 1835.

Shaw Local News Network file photo

Oregon man hit with 23 counts related to illegal hunting

Lowell, Lowden Miller parks and Lost Lake were sites of some of the violations: police

By KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@shawmedia.com

An Oregon bowhunter is facing multiple charges of poaching whitetail deer in Lee and Ogle counties, including one case in which Illinois Department of Natural Resources Conservation Police accuse him of illegally taking six deer from Lowell Park, a Dixon city park and nature preserve that is off-limits to hunters.

Brandon Scott Miller, 30, was indicted Feb. 16 in Lee County court on a charge of unlawful use of game, which is punishable by two to five years in prison.

However, because of a previous felony burglary conviction in Ogle County within the past 10 years, Miller is eligible for an enhanced sentence of two to 10 years.

According to the indictment, Miller “knowingly possessed any animal part or parts, namely six whitetail deer, a species that is protected under the Illinois Wildlife Code, having a value greater than $3,000.”

According to statute, the value is $1,000 per whitetail deer, plus $500 per point for antlered deer up to 10 points and $750 per point for 11 points or more.

In this case, Miller is accused of taking four does and two bucks, one with an eight-point rack and one with an 11-point rack, for a total value of $18,250.

If convicted, Miller will be required to pay that sum in mandatory restitution to the IDNR, plus court fines and fees.

The indictment also includes one

POLICE REPORTS

Fulton Police

March 2

A written warning was issued for improper lighting in the 600 block of 14th Avenue and 1100 block of 14th Avenue.

March 4

A written warning was issued for improper lighting in the 600 block of 14th Avenue.

March 5

Brianna M. Jensen of Thomson was cited for speeding in the 500 block of 14th Avenue. She was released with a nonmandatory court appearance.

count of unlawful use of game – multiple violations, which accuses Miller of knowingly violating the statue multiple times.

The animals were taken on six occasions, from Sept. 27 to Oct. 14, 2023, conservation police said.

The charge carries one to three years, but because of the burglary conviction, Miller faces an enhanced sentence of one to six years if convicted.

Miller’s initial hearing is March 20.

According to the Conservation Police field report, Miller was interviewed on Oct. 17, 2023, by officer Randy Leannah about multiple deer takings between Sept. 27 and Oct. 4. Miller initially said he took five; Leannah learned of the sixth during the interview.

During the interview, Miller said he shot does on Sept. 27, Oct. 3, Oct. 4 and Oct. 8, the 11-point buck on Oct. 10 and the eight-point buck on Oct. 14, all with a crossbow.

The penalty is $1,000 for each doe, $5,000 for the eight-point buck and $9,250 for the 11-point buck.

Miller lied to Leannah about where he took the last three and also falsified his harvest reports by claiming it was on private land, but then provided Leannah with cellphone pictures of all six killings, the report said.

They were date and time-stamped and provided the geolocation where each photo was taken, which showed all were taken in Lowell Park.

Asked if he knew hunting was illegal there, Miller said, “No, I didn’t

read the sign,” adding he is dyslexic. He also admitted to climbing an 8-foot fence to get into the park and to knowing that hunting season didn’t begin until Oct. 1, “but I couldn’t wait,” he told Leannah.

Miller also failed to affix permit tags to at least four of the deer, according to the report, which includes photos of him holding the dead bucks by their racks and dressing a doe.

Ogle County charges

In addition to the two felony counts in Lee County, Miller is charged with three more felony counts and 18 misdemeanor counts in Ogle County, court records show.

Miller was charged Dec. 29, 2023, with two counts of unlawful use of game and faces the extended term of two to 10 years in prison, plus mandatory restitution, and another unlawful use of game – multiple violation, for which he also is eligible for the extended sentence of one to six years.

According to the charging documents, on Dec. 8 and 15, Miller had two whitetail deer heads each day and both times they were worth more than $3,000. On Dec. 4, he possessed a whitetail worth less than $3,000.

Miller has hired attorney Eric Morrow and has a pretrial hearing April 22 in that and the following misdemeanor cases:

Miller was cited Oct. 3, 2023, at Mix and Monroe streets in Oregon with unlawful taking of a whitetail and transporting an uncased bow and cited Dec. 14 with using the hunting license of another, unlawful taking or possessing deer and a deer hunting permit violation.

According to the Conservation Police citations, the last three violations happened Oct. 29 in Lowden Miller State Forest in Oregon.

Most recently, Miller was charged Jan. 22 with 11 misdemeanors – two counts of unlawful taking or possessing deer, two deer hunting permit violations, wasting usable meat, unlawful possession of animal parts, taking animals along a highway, unlawful transportation of a weapon (an uncased bow), harassing an animal with his vehicle lights, hunting within 300 yards of an inhabited dwelling and hunting at night.

According to the citations, the 11 violations took place the morning of Dec. 17, 2023, at Lost Lake in Dixon.

Miller was charged in a separate case that same day with trespassing and littering from a vehicle. According to the citations, Miller was at Lost Nation park after the owner told him he could not be there and he threw beer cans out his vehicle window.

All of the violations in both counties took place while Miller was on probation in the Ogle County burglary case, court records show.

On Jan. 4, 11 and 13, 2022, Miller entered one building twice and then a trailer at the Lake LaDonna campground in Oregon, intending to steal something.

He was charged Jan. 31, 2022, with three counts of burglary, for which he could have gotten three to seven years on each of two charges and two to five on the third.

He pleaded guilty on July 15, 2022, to one count that was punishable by three to seven years and was sentenced to three years’ probation. The other two counts were dismissed according to a plea agreement.

On Feb. 16, in the wake of the Ogle County game charges, a probation violation report was filed with the court, which means Miller could be resentenced and imprisoned for the burglary.

LOCAL NEWS BRIEF

March 7

A written warning was issued for no lights when required at Route 84 and 10th Avenue and improper lighting in the 400 block of 24th Avenue.

Morrison Police Arrests

About 3:28 a.m. Tuesday, March 5, Morrison police were dispatched to 400 N. Cherry St., Morrison, to investigate a complaint of a homeless individual. During the investigation, it was discovered Jamison Smith, 49, of Morrison, was wanted on a valid warrant for failure to

appear aggravated DUI/no valid driver’s license, authority Whiteside County. Jamison was taken into custody and transported to the Whiteside County jail in lieu of bond.

Citations

March 2

Juvenile, 16, Morrison, graduated driver’s license violation

March 7

Nathan Lohberg, 18, Geneseo, speeding

Thepublicisremindedthesearecharges andallpeoplearepresumedinnocentuntil provedguiltyinacourtoflaw.

Join Resthave residents for an afternoon of bingo

Bored at home and need socialization? Need to get out of the house? If you’re 50 or older, join Resthave Care & Rehabilitation for bingo at 1:30 p.m. every third Wednesday of the month in the Assisted Living dining room. The next bingo date is March 20. Meet new friends or renew an old friendship. Bring a couple of friends and have some fun and win prizes. Light refreshments will be served. For information, contact Karla at 815535-6591 or karlab@resthavehome.com.

Brandon S. Miller

GLIMPSES OF THE PAST – FULTON

1984: Fulton’s latest draw is a Mini Mall housed in old Martin Hotel

60 Years

March 11, 1964

Anthony Prins recently has been employed as a salesman for the Dutch Boy GMC garage located at the east end of 10th Avenue. Richard Huizinga, owner of the garage, hired Prins because of his many years of experience in the automotive sales field. The garage will continue to sell new GMC trucks and also will sell used cars and trucks.

More than 100 captains have been appointed to launch a maximum effort to raise $250,000 for the new Harbor Crest Home for Fulton during the later part of April. The total cost of building and equipping the home has been estimated at $375,000 and an application for a federal grant of Hill-Burton funds in the amount of $125,000 has been filed by the board of directors.

50 Years

March 13, 1974

The sawmill in south Fulton will reopen again under the management of Guy Shrum, who built the factory in 1958. Shrum began building the sawmill in November 1958 and managed the operations until the sawmill closed in October 1970 because business was slow.

Shrum is busy cleaning up the site, moving and cleaning machinery and already has begun buying logs. He expects to employ about 20 people and produce about 5,000 salable pieces a day.

The Altar and Rosary Society of Immaculate Conception Church voted to discontinue all bake sales. A member of the organization said, “We made this decision out of concern for a local merchant. We discovered we were hurting his business with the frequent bake sales and we do not wish to continue doing this.”

40 Years

March 14, 1984

Three members of the Fulton Steamers basketball team were selected for all-conference teams. They are Rob Willey, who was a unanimous selection for the first team; Dave Foster, who was chosen for the second team; and Scott Brondyke, who received honorable mention.

Fulton’s newest attraction is a Mini Mall housed in The Martin Hotel, one of the first businesses in Fulton. The Mini Mall will open on St. Patrick’s Day. Mrs. Fran Perkins, along with her husband, Milt, bought the hotel six years ago and have been renovating the building. Four

shops will be housed on the first floor and six shops on the second floor of the hotel. Shops include The Orchid Cellar, Syble’s Hat Chapeau, Keepsake Korner and a coffee shop.

30 Years

March 9, 1994

Assistant Fire Chief Dave Damhoff presented a check for $50 to leaders of the newly organized Boy Scout Troop 117. Accepting the check for the Scouts was Assistant Scoutmaster Ernie Eads and Scoutmaster Bill Eads.

The United States Achievement Academy announced Matthew Carlson has been recognized for his leadership and service achievements as a national leadership and service award winner. He is in eighth grade at Unity Christian High School in Fulton. His biography will appear in the United States Achievement Academy Official Yearbook that is published nationally.

20 Years

March 10, 2004

The Fulton Fire Department responded to a fire call about 10:30 p.m. Tuesday at a four-unit apartment building located at 702 11th Ave. and found huge flames coming from the roof. Clin-

The mobility of the chest and abdominal organs is discussed YOUR HEALTH

By STEPHEN D. HARRISON, M.D.

If we think of a joint as something that glides and slides, then we can envision our intestines as joints. In fact, long ago, functional joints were described as any space that was built for movement. This concept applies to nerves gliding over muscles and muscles gliding over one another as allowed by the fascia. The lungs and heart, along with internal organs such as the liver, gallbladder, stomach, large intestines and small intestines, all slide on one another in the form of a functional joint.

The organs in the chest and abdominal cavity are known as viscera. If the sliding of the viscera is restricted, it will affect our ability to move efficiently and without pain. It would impair us as much as arthritic joints.

The movement of the viscera is important and even essential to allow one to twist, turn, bend, straighten, jump or squat. It’s also important for these internal organs to not be tethered down in order for the organs to accomplish their proper function. Many people who’ve had surgery have developed adhesions, which are restrictions related to the fascia not allowing internal organs to move properly.

Pain from one of the internal organs

can cause referred pain to other areas including the back. This may explain why some people give great attention to their back with stretching, physical therapy and chiropractic treatment and have only partial relief. This may come from the internal organs being stuck together. There is an entire field of practice developed to free up the restrictions of internal organ movement. This approach is known as visceral manipulation.

There are many ways the organs inside may become stuck together. Direct trauma from injuries and motor vehicle accidents is a common cause. Indirect trauma from falls or muscle strains also may contribute. We may even have extra tension in the abdominal muscles from too much fear. Internal inflammation arising from gastro test conditions, allergies, infections, inflamed nerves or muscles and even medication may contribute to the problem. Organ problems, including constipation, diarrhea, acid reflex, bladder infections, gallbladder disease and endometriosis may contribute. Unlike muscle pain, the organs may refer their pain to other areas to warn us of problems.

Another way that organ immobility causes problems is through the chain

ton, Albany, Erie, Cordova, Thomson and Rock Falls fire departments responded to the mutual aid call. Most of the departments remained on scene past 3 a.m. The fire is under investigation by the State Fire Marshall.

Curves for Women is the newest addition to Fulton’s businesses. Bev Smith is the owner/operator and Michelle Snyder is the manager. The business is located next to the Shell Station on 17th Street. Curves is a new fitness and weight loss facility that offers a 30-minute exercise program designed for women.

10 Years

March 12, 2014

Students who achieved academic excellence honors for four years include Amy Barzgari, Weston Dixon, Rebecca Winkel, Kylie Green, Jack Reed, Bryce Holesinger, Krista Temple and Laura Wiersema.

The Riverbend Wrestling Club has started its postseason run to state. The goal this year was to send eight or more to state. Mission accomplished. The eight wrestlers going to state are Colton Linke, Max Pannell, Eli Pannell, Tyler Fleetwood, Bryce Grant, Tony Heinitz, Austin Rash and Taylor Fleetwood.

LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS

SVCC to host blood drive

March 25 in Dillon Mall

reaction of a tethered down part of the fascia. When any part of the fascia is stuck, it may create a problem all along that fascia plane.

For example, liver adhesions may end up causing problems in the right shoulder, including bursitis, frozen shoulder and rotator cuff issues. The list goes on. The vagus nerve that we have written so much about may contribute to many types of headaches. When the bladder is stuck, there may be tension in the hip.

With the chain syndrome effect, the vagus nerve may significantly impact the sympathetic nervous system. This may lead to high blood pressure, along with muscle tightness, inflamed muscles and excess firing on the nerves. That can lead to numbness, tingling, burning and weakness. Blood flow to the tissues also may be decreased.

When the endocrine system is involved, there may be decreased healing, depression, impaired sexual function and excess adrenaline. The immune system also may be affected by the sympathetic activation further enhancing many of the above problems.

Much of the above is derived from a wonderful book by Cheryl F. Wardlaw called “Taming Pain: Lessons from the Trenches,” fourth edition.

Sauk Valley Community College will host an American Red Cross blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, March 25, in Dillon Mall.

Donors should bring their photo ID, eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before donating blood.

The event is sponsored by the SVCC Student Government Association and SVCC Rad Tech Club.

Walk-ins are welcome but appointments are recommended.

Save up to 15 minutes when you donate by using RapidPass. Visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass for information. To make an appointment, visit redcross.org or call 815-835-6432.

River Cities Quilters Guild to meet March 19

The River Cities Quilters Guild will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, at the Fulton Presbyterian Church, 311 Ninth St. in Fulton.

The March speaker will be Kim Rentz, owner of Keeping You Sewing in Fulton. Rentz will demonstrate how sewing has changed over the years. Anyone interested in fiber arts is welcome to attend the meeting.

Costumed street scrubbers practice before a previous parade. Dutch Days organizers are seeking street scrubbers for the festival on the first weekend of May. Volunteers are an integral part of the tradition and festivities, scrubbing the streets before the Dutch Days parade

Saturday, May 4.

Street scrubbers needed for Dutch Days

Dutch Days organizers are seeking street scrubbers for the festival on the first weekend of May. Volunteers are an integral part of the tradition and festivities, scrubbing the streets before the Dutch Days parade Saturday, May 4.

Anyone interested in street scrubbing activities is encouraged to get involved. Both adults and children are welcome to be street scrubbers, with adult scrubbers especially being needed. In recent years, adult men have been needed as water throwers

for the scrubbers.

To be eligible to participate in street scrubbing, one must be in a Dutch costume consisting of a cap, dress or pants and shoes. Wooden shoes are preferred, although leather shoes are appropriate with some costumes. Each street scrubber is asked to bring his or her own broom or pail; a limited supply will be available to those who need them.

Those wishing to participate in street scrubbing or who have questions should call Jeanine Tufty at 563-249-7621.

Taiwan is topic of Whiteside Forum program March 24

The Whiteside Forum will host a program on “Why Taiwan Matters: Small Island, Important Place” by Professor Norm Moline at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 24, in the community room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison St. in Morrison.

Moline is professor emeritus in geography at Augustana College in Rock Island and a frequent guest speaker at Whiteside Forum events and many venues around the area.

Taiwan is only one-fourth the size of Illinois but has twice as many people and the world’s 20th largest economy. Linked with mainland China for several centuries, it has been independent with special connections to the U.S. for the past 70 years and has a key role in East Asia’s economic geography and complicated international relations. These relations have grown even more complicated because of China’s desire to reincorporate the island. It is a place that deserves our attention.

The free presentation is open to the public. All are welcome and questions about Taiwan, China and relations to the U.S. are encouraged.

For more information about The Whiteside Forum, contact Marc Adami at marcadami53@gmail.com or text 815-718-5347 or visit Whiteside Forum on Facebook.

Photo provided by Marc Adami Professor Norm Moline will present a program on Taiwan at the March 24 meeting of The Whiteside Forum.

Bicycle club hosting annual Icicle Bicycle on March 23

The Riverbend Bicycle Club of Clinton, Iowa, is hosting its annual Icicle Bicycle from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 23. Bicyclists will check in at the Bicycle Station, located at 218 Main Ave. in Clinton.

The route is 22 miles along the Discovery Trail, taking bicyclists from Main Avenue to Camanche and back.

The cost is $25 a rider (no refunds) and includes a lunch ticket to either Homer’s Deli or Lyons Tap. Participants are encouraged to make stops along the way as it is a ride and not a race.

“The ride will be held in rain, snow or shine as it is the Icicle Bicycle,” said Mary Rupp, president of Riverbend Bicycle Club. “Last year, we had over 60

PROPERTY TRANSFERS FOR WHITESIDE COUNTY

Filed Feb. 23-March 1

Warranty deeds

Patricia K. Stoecker to Stoecker Paradise Hill LLC, 11809 Loron Road, Morrison, $611,000.

Donna Strohman Trust and Vicki Merlak Trust to Ramon C. and Melissa A. Woessner, one parcel on Ridge Road, Sterling, $2,310,266.

Jaden V. and Lynley E. Pack to David W. and Lori L. Galor, 25601 Front St., Sterling, $265,000.

Jeff D. Ellis to Felipe Ramos Martinez, 404 Third Ave., Rock Falls, $63,000.

Christine Palmer and Derek D. and Cynthia A. Wildemuth to Douglas W. Schmitt, one parcel on Blue Goose Road, Prophetstown, $680,000.

Randy F. and Todd A. Nelson to Kevin and Lynn Kenady, one parcel on North Genesee Street, Morrison, $30,000.

Gary F. and Beth E. Milnes to John R. and Shayne F. Prange Family Trust, one parcel on North Genesee Street, Morrison, $2,500.

Timothy C. and Tammy L. Moisant to BGRS Relocation Inc., 20762 Cattail Road, Fulton, $365,000.

Jesse and Brooks Soleta to Best Holding LLC, 80 Grove St., Prophetstown (Soleta Classic Restoration), $300,000.

Linda S. Kuepker to Jeffrey and Dinah J. Mays, 208 E. Market St., Tampico, $129,900.

Mackenzie A. Barnhart to Moises Lopez and Kaylee J. May, 1503 Second Ave., Sterling, $163,000.

registrants and it snowed that day. The trail was clear and we had a great ride.”

Participants can register at rbbcclinton.org or on the day of the ride at The Bicycle Station. There will be T-shirts and hoodies with this year’s logo available to buy.

For more information, contact Mary Rupp at 563-249-9008 or maryrupp@

Judy L. Wheeler to Modern Beauty Real Estate LLC, 203 Third Ave., Sterling, $165,000.

Jeffrey and Debora Nusbaum to David and Margo Jakobs, two parcels on Tampico Road, Chadwick, $462,905.

David and Margo Jakobs to Jeffrey and Debora Nusbaum, three parcels on Capp Road, Sterling, $1,462,905.

John R. and Diane Okland to Duaine E. and Debra L. Rote, one parcel on Hickory Hills Road, Sterling, $0.

Quit claim deeds

Industrial Development Commission and city of Rock Falls to Aaron Epps, one parcel in Coloma Township, $0.

Gladys I. Rose to Dawn M. McQuistion, 702 15th Ave., Fulton, $0.

mchsi.com.

For more than 25 years, the bicycle club has hosted the event. Proceeds go to the bicycle club to put on rides throughout the year.

Trustees deeds

Kenneth J. and Effie Burns Family Trust, John F. Burns, trustee, to Mitchel B. and Davelle J. Baar, one parcel on Black Road, Fenton, $30,000.

Robert L. and Geraldine R. Cassens Trust, James A. Cassens and Vicky L. VanDyke, trustees, to Carson Kirkpatrick, 611 Rita Court, Prophetstown, $200,000.

William and Betty Schaver Family Trust to Ean Daniel and Zoe Ann Marie Bird, 1306 11th Ave., Fulton, $116,620.

Deed

Maxine Kurschnew Estate to Daryl Kim and Sylvia Bravo, 2905 Prophet Road, Rock Falls, $250,000.

Source: Whiteside County Recorder’s Office

The Riverbend Bicycle Club’s 2024 logo.

Gourd art to be featured at next WWW@WCC program

Wild Winter Wednesdays at the Windmill Cultural Center in Fulton invites the public to its next program March 20. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. with coffee, tea and mill treats, followed by the program beginning about 9:20 a.m.

The program will feature carved gourd birdhouses created by Emily Nyquist, who is a selftaught artist with the Geneseo Art League. She has worked in many mediums over the years.

Nyquist started growing gourds and making gourd art in 2009. Birdhouses are just one of the

things she can create with gourds. Two lucky people will go home with one of her birdhouse creations.

WWW@WWC programs are held Wednesday mornings from December through March.

The program is funded through a grant from the D.S. Flikkema Foundation and a donation from Nelson Corp. Programs are free and open to the public. The building is disability accessible.

If River Bend schools are delayed or canceled because of weather, WWW is canceled.

Carved gourd birdhouses created by artist Emily Nyquist.

Participate in the Mill Flour Bake-off at last WWW@WCC program

The Windmill Volunteer Educators at the Windmill Cultural Center in Fulton invite the public to participate in the final Wild Winter Wednesday program at 9 a.m. March 27. There will be coffee, tea, mill treats and a Mill Flour Bake-off.

All entries must use de Immigrant ground flour. Entry forms are available online or at the center. Guests will judge the best-tasting entries, with

each of the bake-off entries to be sold by donation on a first-come, first-bid basis.

For more information, visit the Windmill Cultural Center Facebook page or call 815-589-3671.

The building, located at 111 10th Ave., is disability accessible.

Programs are funded through a grant from the D.S. Fikkema Foundation and a donation from Nelson Corp.

Guests judge the entries during a previous Mill Flour Bake-off at a Wild Winter Wednesday program.

Photo provided by Windmill Cultural Center

USDA announces Conservation Reserve Program sign-up

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced agricultural producers and private landowners can begin signing up for the general Conservation Reserve Program through March 29. This opportunity gives producers tools to conserve wildlife habitat while achieving other conservation benefits, including sequestering carbon and improving water quality and soil health.

“The USDA has a long track record of fostering and supporting the vital relationship between agriculture and conservation and the Conservation Reserve Program helps our producers be good stewards of their lands and boost wildlife populations at the same time,” said Scott Halpin, FSA state executive director in Illinois. “These efforts demonstrate the power of USDA’s Farm Bill conservation programs to conserve wildlife habitat, protect clean water and address climate change in partnership with farmers, ranchers, forest owners and conservation organizations across the country.”

On Nov. 16, 2023, President Joe Biden signed into law H.R. 6363, the Further Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act 2024 (Pub. L. 118-22), which extended the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (Pub. L.

LOCAL NEWS BRIEF

Friends of the Hennepin Canal monthly hike is March 17

This month’s hike will be from Lock 22 to Bridge 23, which is 5.7 miles long and has been named “The Mink.”

Participants will meet at 1:30 p.m. at Bridge 23, where they will be shuttled to Lock 22 to begin the hike. Directions to Bridge 23 are to take Illinois Route 6 or Interstate 80 to Annawan and go north on Route 78 to the canal. The parking area is located on the south side of the canal and on the west side of Route 78. The monthly hikes were developed by

115-334), more commonly known as the 2018 Farm Bill, through Sept. 30. The extension allows authorized programs, including CRP, to continue operating.

As one of the largest private lands conservation programs in the U.S., CRP offers a range of conservation options to farmers, ranchers and landowners. It has been an especially strong opportunity for farmers with less productive or marginal cropland, helping them reestablish valuable land cover to help improve water quality, prevent soil erosion and support wildlife habitat.

Producers and landowners enrolled

about 926,000 acres in General CRP in 2023, bringing the total of enrolled acres in General CRP to 7.78 million. This, combined with all other acres in CRP through other enrollment opportunities such as Grassland and Continuous CRP, brings the total of enrolled acres to 24.8 million.

General CRP

General CRP helps producers and landowners establish long-term, resource-conserving plant species, such as approved grasses or trees, to control soil erosion, improve water quality and enhance wildlife habitat on cropland. Additionally, General CRP includes a Climate-Smart Practice Incentive to help increase carbon sequestration and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by helping producers and landowners establish trees and permanent grasses, enhance wildlife habitat and restore wetlands.

General CRP is one of several ways agricultural producers and private landowners can participate in the program.

Other CRP options

In January, FSA began accepting applications for the Continuous CRP

sign-up. Under this enrollment, producers and landowners can enroll in CRP throughout the year. Offers are automatically accepted, provided the producer and land meet the eligibility requirements and the enrollment levels do not exceed the statutory cap.

The USDA also offers financial assistance to producers and landowners enrolled in CRP to improve the health of their forests through the Forest Management Incentive, which can help participants with forest management practices such as brush management and prescribed burning.

FSA will announce the dates for Grassland CRP sign-up in the near future.

Producers with expiring CRP acres can use the Transition Incentives Program, which incentivizes producers who sell or enter a long-term lease with a beginning, veteran or socially disadvantaged farmer or rancher who plans to sustainably farm or ranch the land.

How to sign up

Landowners and producers interested in CRP should contact their local USDA Service Center to learn more or to apply for the program before their deadlines.

the Friends of the Hennepin Canal as an opportunity for people to get to know the canal personally by hiking it from the Illinois River to the Mississippi River, including the Feeder Canal, in small legs.

You need not be a member of the Friends of the Hennepin Canal to participate and there is no fee for the hike. Come and join in the fun and bring a friend. We ask that you dress appropriately for the weather.

For more information, contact Friends of the Hennepin Canal at hikes@ friends-hennepin-canal.org.

Photo provided by the USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced Conservation Reserve Program sign-up through March 29.

University of Illinois Extension offers upcoming programs

Here is a list of upcoming sessions offered by Carroll-Lee-Whiteside

Extension:

Ready ... Set ... Grow … Gardening Workshop, 8 a.m. to noon March 23, Loveland Community House, Dixon. Join the Master Gardeners of Carroll, Lee, Ogle and Whiteside counties for this one-day event offering participants information about horticulture, backyard gardening, pest control and more. Registration is online at go.illinois.edu/readysetgrow.

Mindful Mechanics, 5 to 6 p.m. March 18 and 25 and April 1 and 8, Sauk Valley Community College. Through 4-H Mindful Mechanics, teens age 13 to 19 are encouraged to build positive relationships by expressing care, concern and gratitude for others, build beliefs in themselves, practice self-discipline, self-control and self-reflection and

serve others. The overall program aims to promote mindful practices that lead to improvements in managing one’s goals, developing a sense of self, time management, stress management and emotional regulations. Supplies are included. Register online at go.illinois.edu/CommunityEdSVCC.

Bullet Journaling, 5 to 6 p.m. April 3, Sauk Valley Community College. While our lives may be constantly on the move and we have the convenience of having so much at our fingertips in digital form, there is a great deal of benefit to putting pen to paper. The benefits of bullet journaling can help organize life tasks, thoughts and feelings, help identify stressors, help process emotions and intrusive or avoidant thoughts, gain insight and confidence and promote empathy. Not only does bullet journaling allow for recording goals, achievements, thoughts and

reflections, it can do so in a creative way. This class is for ages 12 to 19. Supplies are included. Register online at go.illinois.edu/CommunityEdSVCC.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Workshop, noon to 5 p.m. April 10, Whiteside Extension Office, Sterling. Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This training gives adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to children and adolescents. To register go.illinois.edu/youthmentalhealth.

Succulent Wreaths, 9:30 to 11 a.m. April 13, Sauk Valley Community College. Bright and textured succulent wreaths are living plant wreaths for any occasion or holiday. Succulents are desert plants adapted as houseplants. Learn more about what succu-

lents are, their biology, how to build a wreath and how it needs to be cared for. Make and take home your own succulent wreath. Supplies are included. For ages 12 and older. Register online at go.illinois.edu/CommunityEdSVCC.

Pixel Pioneers Virtual Special Interest Club, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 23 and 30 and May 7, 14, 21 and 28, online. Explore digital creativity from home with engaging sessions on typography, logos and more. Join the 4-H Pixel Pioneers Virtual SPIN Club. Sessions take place on Zoom and materials are mailed to participants. The program is open to youth ages 8 to 18 with an enrollment deadline of April 1. There is a $5 supply fee for 4-H members; it’s $25 for nonmembers. To enroll, visit go.illinois. edu/pixelpioneersnewmember for new members and go.illinois.edu/pixelpioneers for members.

Whiteside County SWCD to offer beekeeping workshop

The Whiteside County SWCD Education Fund is offering a beekeeping workshop Saturday, April 6, at the Odell Public Library

community room. The free event is from 9 a.m. to noon. Registration is at 8:30 a.m. Presenter David Feltes, a University of Illinois Extension retired IPM educator and local beekeeper, will discuss basic beekeep-

Annual Cemetery Clean-Up

Starting Monday, March 25th to Thursday, March 28th, 2024 city staff will be cleaning up the cemetery by removing and disposing of grave site decorations.

Grove Hill Cemetery

Those who wish to save decorations must remove them no later than

Sunday, March 24th , 2024. Decorations may be returned on/after

Friday, March 29th, 2024.

Those wishing to place new grave site decorations are asked to wait until Friday, March 29th, 2024.

ing, terminology, equipment and cost, bee breeds, who occupies the hive, etc. This is a classroom setting workshop geared toward people who have become beginning beekeepers within the past year

or for those who are interested in becoming beekeepers.

If you would like to attend, call the Whiteside County SWCD office at 815-7722124, ext. 3, by Friday, March 29.

LOCAL

Surrounding areas announce Easter Egg Hunts

Mark your calendars! Local communities are planning Easter fun this year, from egg hunts to Easter Bunny visits to prizes and candy galore!

Albany

Easter Egg Hunt – 1 p.m. Saturday, March 30 at Albany Main Street Park. The Easter Bunny will be present and there will be a bike giveaway (must be present to win). To donate candy, call Chelsi Holcomb at 563-593-6886.

Cordova

Easter Egg Hunt – 1 to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 30, at First Baptist Church of Cordova, 602 Third Ave. S.

Erie

Revitalize Erie Easter Scavenger Hunt – 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 16, at Erie High School. Come and play games, win prizes, make crafts and more.

Morrison

Morrison Kiwanis and Key Club’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt – 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 23, at Kiwanis Park, 700 N. Genesee St. The Easter Bunny will arrive in the fire truck at 10 a.m. Age groups are 2 and younger (must be accompanied by an adult), 3 and 4, 5 and 6 and 7 to 9. Some eggs will contain slips for special Easter baskets and some eggs will contain coupons for special treats from McDonald’s, Fam-

ily Chef, Dairy Queen and Happy Joe’s. Katherine Frederick will have special treats for those who cannot have candy. The event is free. No registration is required.

Resthave Care & Rehabilitation Easter Egg Hunt – 2 p.m. Friday, March 29. Bike giveaways, golden ticket prizes and tons of Easter eggs to find. Special guest will be Mr. E. Bunny! Resthave is located at 408 Maple Ave.

Port Byron

River Valley District Library Easter Egg Hunt – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 23, for children of all ages. The library will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt, rain or shine, as it will be held inside the library. There will be three sessions for children – 0-3, 4-6 and 7+. Bring a bag and a sharp eye to spot the hidden eggs!

Bethel Baptist Church Easter Egg

Hunt – 10 a.m. Saturday, March 23, at the church located at 27308 108th Ave. N. in Port Byron. There will be three age groups: 4 and under, kindergarten to second grade and third to fifth grade.

Klavon Annual Easter Egg Hunt –10 a.m. Saturday, March 30, at Riverdale Elementary School. Kids ages 0-12 are invited to an egg hunt at the elementary playground, with candy, prizes and lots of fun!

Prophetstown

Winning Wheels Easter Egg Hunt –Thursday, March 28, at 701 E. Third St. Pictures with the Easter Bunny start at 4 p.m. The Egg Hunt for kids ages 0-11 starts at 4:30 p.m.

Rapids City

Village of Rapids City Annual Easter Egg Hunt – Saturday, March 23, at Shadow Hill Park on 12th Street. The Easter Bunny will be at the park for pictures from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The egg hunt schedule is as follows: ages 1-3, 11 to 11:15 a.m.; ages 4-6, 11:20 to 11:35; ages 7-8, 11:40 to 11:55; and ages 9-10, noon to 12:15 p.m. This event is for Rapids City residents only and identification will be required to verify address.

Email wnsnews@shawmedia.com to submit your event for next week’s Easter calendar.

Children race for candy-filled Easter eggs at Albany Park during last year’s annual Easter Egg Hunt in Albany.

Kearston Norman is Upper Iowa University graduate FAYETTE, Iowa – Upper Iowa University announced Kearston Norman of Fulton graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education in December 2023.

Thomas Jeffries ranked among top 2% at Iowa State University AMES, Iowa – Thomas Jeffries of Port Byron, a freshman in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, was ranked among the top 2% of students in their college at Iowa State University.

Kaitlyn Collins of UW-Whitewater serving as student teacher WHITEWATER, WI – Kaitlyn Collins from Cordova, who is studying special education at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, is representing the university as a student teacher during the spring 2024 semester.

Collins, a student in UW-Whitewater’s College of Education and Professional Studies, is serving as a student teacher in special education in the Milton school district through the end of the school year.

A total of 176 UW-Whitewater students were placed in school districts around the state starting in January. Student teaching is the final activity before teacher candidates earn their degree and license.

Student teachers assist cooperating teachers with lesson planning, instruction and assessment.

This spring, a record 46 UW-Whitewater teacher candidates were hired by school districts as student teaching interns as part of the Department of Public Instruction’s Wisconsin Improvement Program.

Interns are licensed by the DPI to teach up to 50% of each day on their own and receive a stipend for the semester.

SPORT SHORTS

Morrison girls basketball junior Camryn Veltrop makes school history as Class 2A First-Team All-State selection

Last week, Morrison junior Camryn Veltrop became the first girls basketball player in school history to be named firstteam all-state. Veltrop was awarded the honor by both the Illinois Media (formerly Associated Press) and Illinois Basketball Coaches Association. Camryn surpassed older sister Shelby to become the program’s all-time leading scorer Feb. 5 in the regular-season finale against Erie-Prophetstown. She has more than 1,400 career points.

Former Erie-Prophetstown star football player Jase Grunder wins Central College award

Prophetstown High School graduate and Central College (Iowa) freshman Jase Grunder was awarded his first varsity letter for the past NCAA Division III football season with the Dutch. Grunder was recognized at the Central College football awards banquet last month. In 2023, he rushed 18 times for 80 yards and caught three passes for 10 yards and a touchdown.

We Support Our Local Schools!

GO STEAMERS AND KNIGHTS!

Erie-Prophetstown’s Jase Grunder

Morrison’s Camryn Veltrop

Parking options change as work begins on WCHD expansion

By KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@shawmedia.com

ROCK FALLS – The Whiteside County Health Department began construction March 4 on another expansion of the federally funded Community Health Clinic at 1300 W. Second St.

Thanks to a $1 million grant, a new building west of the dental clinic will house four suites for optometry services, which are being added to the physical, mental and dental health services that are offered, WCHD CEO Cheryl Lee said in January.

The front of the building is being redesigned to create one main, more secure entrance and a canopy that will protect patients being picked up and dropped off from inclement weather will be added, Lee said. Clinical services also are being expanded and a larger, more unified waiting area will be built.

Money needed that is not covered by the grant will come from American Rescue Plan Act funds.

To accommodate the construction, starting March 11, patient parking temporarily will be divided into three main areas, Assistant Director Cory Law said in a news release from the

department. Some parking will be in the employee parking lot north of the clinic. People will enter the lot just

south of the Avenue G bridge and follow the signs. They will enter the clinic through Door 6 on the Rock River side

of the building.

Parking also will be available in the lot south of the building at the intersection of West Second Street and 12th Avenue. Those who park there can enter through Door 1. Accessible parking will be available in front of the building on West Second Street across from Door 1 and in designated areas in the north employee lot.

The clinic primarily serves the county’s low-income population. Fees are calculated based on income and people are treated regardless of their ability to pay.

The clinic has been steadily expanding and adding services since becoming a federally funded regional health care center and has seen the number of patients it serves increase. In 2022, it served 11,000 people, Lee said.

The latest expansion and addition of services is part of an effort to assess and meet the changing medical needs of Whiteside County, which is dealing with, among other issues, an aging population, an increase in chronic diseases in younger people and a shortage of people who can treat them, Lee said.

For updates, call 815-626-2230, go to whitesidehealth.org or follow the clinic at @WhitesideCHC on X.

SVCC’s Impact Program receives $10,000 donation

DIXON – The Sauk Valley College Foundation received a $10,000 contribution from Midland States Bank. The grant, provided by the Midland States Bank Foundation, will support the Sauk Valley Community College Impact Program.

“The Sauk Valley College Foundation is honored to partner with Midland States Bank to improve our shared goals of access to education, workforce development, financial empowerment, small businesses’ success and the betterment of health in

the Sauk Valley,” said Lori Cortez, vice president of advancement at SVCC.

The Impact Program provides eligible students who graduate within the SVCC district the opportunity to earn tuition and fees for up to three years at SVCC or until they earn their certificate or degree, whichever comes first.

More than 400 earned-tuition programs exist in the nation and the workforce development initiatives from these programs are notable. Data from communities with an earned tui-

tion program show an increase in wages, economic mobility, population and business retention and attraction, according to the release.

Currently, 1,200 students are signed up for the Impact Program and working on earning their tuition through volunteer service. To date, students in the program have volunteered 27,000 hours across the Sauk Valley area.

“Together with our community impact investment statement, the Midland States Bank Foundation is a powerful way for us to give back to our

communities,” said Jeffrey Ludwig, president and CEO of Midland States Bancorp Inc. “The funds we set aside from the bank’s profits help us put our company’s culture in action to benefit the communities we serve.”

The Midland States Bank Foundation supports the general welfare, education and health of the communities in which the bank operates. Since its creation in 2011, the foundation has contributed more than $1.9 million to nonprofit organizations throughout Midland’s footprint.

Photo provided by the Whiteside County Health Department

Starting March 11, patient parking at the Whiteside County Health Department Community Health Clinic at 1300 W. Second St. in Rock Falls will be divided into three main areas as construction expands, the department said in a news release March 4.

Photo provided by Sauk Valley Community College

The Midland States Bank Foundation presented a $10,000 contribution to the Sauk Valley College Foundation to support the SVCC Impact Program.

CHURCH LISTINGS

ALBANY

Albany United Methodist Church

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

Pastor Toni Lucas

Faith Center Church 511 3rd Ave. North, Albany

Senior Pastor Ray Gimenez

Pastor Arlen VanZee

Church Phone: 563-212-4032

St. Patrick Catholic Church 1201 N. Bluff St., Albany Father Timothy Barr, Pastor

CORDOVA

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

EAST MOLINE

Sycamore Baptist Church

5323 180th Street North, East Moline 309-200-2505

www.sycamorebaptistchurch.com

Wildwood Baptist Church

18717 Hubbard Road, East Moline 309-496-9397

office@ wildwoodchurch.com

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

Zion Lutheran Church

17628 Hubbard Road, East Moline

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

ERIE

Erie Baptist Church

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

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

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

Erie Evangelical Free Church 1409 16th Ave., Erie, 309-659-7125

Website: erieefree.org

Pastor Ron Eckberg

Pastor Jonathan Eckberg

Erie United Methodist Church 811 8th Street, Erie Pastor Tiffany Garcea - 309-659-2541 www.erieumc.org

Newton Zion Reformed Church 10465 Frog Pond Road, Erie Pastor Shannon Parrish - 309-659-2464 newtonzion@frontier.com

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

FENTON

Fenton Methodist Church 10019 Main Street, Fenton

FULTON

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

bethelcrchurch@gmail.com

Pastor Dan Jongsma

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

Pastor Charles Huckaby

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

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

Garden Plain Presbyterian Church 14915 Sands Road, Fulton

Gateway Faith Fellowship Church 701 11th Avenue, Fulton, 815-589-4283

Pastor Wayne Wiersema

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

Father Timothy Barr, Pastor secretaryfulton@gmail.com

Newton Zion Reformed Church 10645 Frog Pond Road, Erie, 309-659-2464

newtonzion@frontier.com

Pastor Shannon Parrish

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

Spring Valley Reformed Church 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton

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. Eugene Baker, Pastor 815-948-2181 or 309-507-3283

Hooppole Zion Methodist Church

Pastor Dan Wright - Church 815-948-7591 Parsonage 309-658-2145

LYNDON

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

Rev. Barbi E. Momolu Sr.

Trinity Baptist Church

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

MORRISON

Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church

301 W. South St., Morrison

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

Brethren In Christ Church

207 E. Knox Street, Morrison

Pastor Craig Sipes - 815-772-4871

Sunday Worship at 10 a.m.

Church Of St. Anne Episcopal

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

Crossroads Community Church

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

Ebenezer Reformed Church

309 E. Park St., Morrison

Pastor J. T. Bean 815-772-2472 - www.ercmorrison.com

Emmanuel Church

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

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

First Baptist Church

406 E. Maple Ave. Morrison

Pastor Roy Brown, II - Phone 815-772-2696 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 Street North, Port Byron Church Office: 309-523-2396

Email: portbumc@frontiernet.net

Jim Crozier, Pastor Becky ButterfieldYouth and Family Life Pastor

Kathy Crozier - Spiritual Director

PROPHETSTOWN

Advent Christian Church

200 Elm St., Prophetstown

Pastor Diana Verhulst

815-537-5646 - ptownac.org

First Lutheran Church

Pastor Chelsey Weech

Office: 815-537-2758

www.firstlutheran-ptown.org

Leon United Methodist Church

17173 Lomax Road, Prophetstown

Pastor 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 - 815-438-2530 Church phone - 815-438-6105

PASTOR’S CORNER

Hurts, hang-ups and habits

Editor’s note: This week’s column has been submitted by Joanna Glenn, director of ministries at Sauk Valley Community Church, on behalf of a member of Sauk Valley Community Celebrate Recovery, a group that protectstheanonymityofitsmembers.As such,thenameofthewriterofthiscolumn has not been provided to protect their identity.

Hello, I’m a grateful believer in Jesus Christ. In my 60-plus years on Earth, I have experienced many hurts that have led me to have many hangups that have resulted in my developing habits that aren’t so good.

I want to tell you about a meeting that I attend where I have learned a better way to deal with my hurts, hangups and habits.

Community Celebrate Recovery is a group of regular people just like you and me who have recognized that they need to do something to deal with those hurts, hang-ups and habits. CR meets once a week to support and encourage one another while seeking God’s truth. It’s based on the beatitudes that Jesus shared in Matthew 5. It’s a 12-step program that helps people to rely on what God says about them instead of the regrets, shame and lies they have built their lives on.

Twelve-step programs are not a new phenomenon, but Celebrate Recovery is international, is faithbased and it’s for people with all kinds of struggles, not just substance abuse. It’s a program for anyone and everyone o 18. It’s for people who may struggle with substance abuse; gambling; habitual lying; trauma from sexual, physical or emotional abuse; co-dependency; and any number of habits and hurts.

CHURCH BRIEFS

The Table at CrossView Church’s menu

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

March 13: Chicken and noodles, peas and carrots, applesauce, rolls, ice cream

March 20: Hot chicken sandwiches, Jello salad, chips, cookies

March 27: French toast, sausage, Jello, apples, ice cream

In this recovery process we learn and deal with what’s beneath the habits. We discover the why behind those habits and then we work together on this journey of healing from wrong patterns of thinking. We lean into God for healing and the renewing of our minds so that we can live our lives full of purpose, peace and clarity. We build trust with one another as we share, knowing that what we say will stay there. We have opportunities for people to go through deeper healing through a step study program and offer many resources of help.

There have been so many stories of victory that have come from Celebrate Recovery over the years since it started in 1991. You can find many testimonies on YouTube of healing and restoration.

So if you or anyone you know has been hurt and developed hang-ups and habits that are detrimental to themselves and/or others, please know there’s a place where you can find others that have taken the step of getting the support that they need on their journey to recovery!

Please join our confidential, anonymous, nondenominational, nonjudgmental family that meets on Thursday nights from 6 to 8 p.m. at Sauk Valley Community Church, 498 state Route 2, Dixon. We start off all together for a time with either a lesson or a testimony and then split up into groups of open share. Child care is available.

This is the group that meets locally. If you are looking for a group outside of the Sauk Valley area, please go to the Celebrate Recovery website and you can search for a local place where you are.

For more information, call 815-6270542 or 815-288-7000 or email asonecommunity815@gmail.com

Brent Dykstra, Agent In River City Mall

1426 10th Avenue, Fulton 815-589-2200

April 3: Chili, cinnamon rolls, veggie sticks, desserts

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

Lenten fish fries at St. Ambrose Church in Erie

St. Ambrose and St. Catherine Catholic churches will host a Lenten fish fry from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 22.

The “all you can eat” menu includes wild caught Alaskan pollock fish with Polish seasoning, baked potato, coleslaw, roll, dessert and coffee or lemonade. Cost is by donation, with dine-in or carryout available.

The meals will be served at St. Ambrose Church Parish Hall, 820 Fifth Ave. in Erie.

Funds raised will help support the Erie and Prophetstown churches throughout the year.

der for cash, the following d escribed mortgaged real estate:

Commonly known as 815 16th Avenue, Fulton, IL 61252

Parcel Number(s): 01-28-341-012

The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence

FT.

EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT

CHIEF OF POLICE City of Morri son, Illinois

The City of Morrison, Illinois is seeking qualified candidates for Chief of Police.

The City of Morrison (population 4,085) is a community of approximately 2.46 square miles and is the county seat of Whiteside County Two state highways intersect in Morrison; IL Rt 78 and US Rt 30

The Morrison Police Department is a progr essive agency with its mission being To Protect, To Serve, To Partner With Our Community. Along with various co mmunity services, the agency r esponds to approximately 4,000 Calls for Service each year The agency is staffed with eight full-time officers and no support staff. Those eight officers include the Chief of Police, a Sergeant (Investigator), a School Resource Officer and five patrol officers The Chief of Police is appointed by and reports to the Mayor

Candidates must possess integrity beyond reproach, thorough knowledge of modern police administration and proven management and leadership skills Candidates must demonstrate experience and success with establishing and maintaining relationships with public safety professionals, city officials, local businesses and the community itself

Qualifications for Chief of Police include, at minimum, a valid dr iver's license, a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university and ten year s law enforcement experience with at least five years of command/supervisory experience. Candidates should also have experience with collective bargaining and budget management, and demonstrate effective communication skills Successful completio n of a nationally recognized advanced law enforcement administration course is preferred. Candidates must possess or have the ability to obtain Illinois Peace Officer Certification within six months of employment

The City of Morrison offers a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement participation in IMRF, earned leave and a salary range of $80,000 to $90,000 DOQ. City of Morrison residency is required. Compliance to this residency requirement shall be within a period of time TBD.

Any conditional offer of employment shall be subject to a background investigation and physical. The City of Morrison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Interested persons must submit a cover letter and resume by email to City Administrator Brian Melton at bmelton@morrisonil.org no later than 12:00 pm (noon) on Friday, March 15, 2024.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS

SPECIAL IZED LOAN SERVICING LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS.

ALLISON WALSH, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF KATHRYN E DENTON, DECEASED; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON- RECORD CLAIMANTS; SHANNON LEIGH LOSS A/K/A SHANNON JOVANOVICH; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF KATHRYN E DENTON, DEFENDANTS NO. 2022FC172

301 17TH STREET EAST MILAN, IL 61264

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 and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on February 14, 2024, will on April 12, 2024, in The Rock Island Justice Center, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor , Rock Island, IL 61201, at 9:15 AM, sell at public auction and s ale to the highest bidde r for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

TAX NO 17-19-108-006

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 301 17th Street East Milan, IL 61264

Description of Improvements: The property is a single family home

The Judgment amount wa s $75,713.36.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH" . The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, specia l assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc , and is offer ed for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to pla intiff. The sale is further subject to confirmat ion by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificat e of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmat ion of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bi dders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOM EOWNER), 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 Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Ray mer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 22-10514IL

PURSUANT TO TH E FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Pla intiff's attorney is not requir ed to provide addi tional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale I3239003

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTYMORRISON ILLINOIS Newrez LLC d/b/a/ Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing

Plaintiff, vs. Chad A . Warren, AKA Chad Warren; Melissa L War ren, AKA Meliss a Warren; Unknown Owners and NonRecord Claimants

Defendants

Case No. 2023FC53

815 16th Avenue, Fulton, IL 61252

Judge James F. Heuerman

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above enti tled cause on September 27, 2023, John Booker will on April 4, 2024, at the hour of 10:00AM at the Whiteside County Sheriff's Office, Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E Knox Str eet (Third Floor Lobby ), Morrison, IL 61270, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following d escribed mortgaged real estate:

Commonly known as 815 16th Avenue, Fulton, IL 61252

Parcel Number(s): 01-28-341-012

The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence Sale terms: 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 simil ar funds. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and

Sale terms: 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 simil ar funds. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and wi thout 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)

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 call

Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas

Kochalski LLC, One East Wacker, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60601. Phone number: 312-651-6700.

Attorney file number: 23-010682.

Andrew K. Weiss

MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC

Attorneys for Plaintiff

One East Wacker, Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601

Telephone: 312-651-6700

Fax: 614-220-5613

Attorney. No.: 6284233

Email: StateEFiling @manleydeas.com I3238843

March 5, 12, 19, 2024

STATE

cash, the d escribed gaged real only known Avenue, 61252 Number(s): 01-28-341-012 al estate roved with Single Family ce ms: Bidust present, ime of sale, shier's or certick for 10% successful ount. The of the ul bid paid within by simil ar he subject is offered without any tation as y or quantitle and recourse to and in "AS ndition. The further subconfirmation Court The will NOT pen for ion. roperty is a inium unit, urchaser of at the foresale, other he mortshall pay the ssessments and legal fees by the inium Act, 765 605/9(g)(1)

ARE THE AGOR OWNER), AVE THE TO REMAIN OSSESSION 30 DAYS ENTRY OF RDER OF SION, IN ACCORDANCE SECTION C) OF ILLINOIS AGE RECLOSURE

mation call Attorney, Deas ki LLC, East Wacker, 1250, IL 60601. number: 312-651-6700. file num23-010682. K. Weiss DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC rneys for East Wacker, 1250 IL 60601 e: 312-651-6700 614-220-5613 No.: tateEFiling deas.com

March 19, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, PLAINTIFF, VS.

JOHN PATRICK BROWN, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF ANTOINETTE B

HOSKINSON, DECEASED; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ANTOINETTE

HOSKINSON A/K/A ANTOINETT HOSKINSON A/ K/A ANTOINETTE B HOSKINSON; CITY OF MOLI NE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; ANTHONY HOSKINSON, DEFENDANTS

NO. 22 FC 177

842 19TH AVE NUE MOLINE, IL 61265

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Forecl osure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on December 13, 2023, will on April 9, 2024, in The Rock Island Justice Cente r, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201, at 9:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

TAX NO 17-05-305-004

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 842 19th Avenue Moline, IL 61265

Description of Improvements: The property is a single family.

The Judgment amount wa s $48,565.45.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH" . The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, specia l assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to pla intiff. The sale is furthe r subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchase r shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmat ion of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bi dders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOM EOWNER), 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 Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Ray mer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 22- 10564IL

PURSUANT TO TH E FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Pla intiff's attorney is not requir ed to provide addi tional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale I3235250

February 27, 2024 March 5, 12, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS

U.S BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF, VS.

WILLIAM BUTCHER, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF CORAZON H DE LEON, DECEASED; CRISANTO H DELEON, INDIVIDUALLY AND INDEPENDENT EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF CECILIO DELEON; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CECILIO DELEON; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CORAZON DELEON; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CECILIO DE LEON, JR.; CARLITO DE LEON; CLEOPE DE LEON; CYNTHIA D IS RAEL, DEFENDANTS

NO. 2022FC260

3321 9TH STREET ROCK ISLAND, IL 61201

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 and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on February 14, 2024, will on April 12, 2024, in The Rock Island Justice Center, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201, at 9:15am, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidde r for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

TAX NO 16-11-305-005

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3321 9th Street Rock Island, IL 61201

Description of Improvements: The property is a single family home

The Judgment amount wa s $56,992.62.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH" . The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, specia l assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to pla intiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmat ion of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bi dders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOM EOWNER), 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 Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Ray mer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602 Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 22-12929IL

PURSUANT TO TH E FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Pla intiff's attorney is not requir ed to provide addi tional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I3239002

March 5, 12, 19, 2024

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

Rocket Mortgage, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans Inc. PLAINTIFF

Vs.

Barry S James as Independent Executor of the Estate of E ll en James; et. al. DEFENDANTS No. 2023FC131

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Forecl osure and Sale ente red in the above cause on 11/15/2023, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on April 12, 2024 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Thi rd Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designate d at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at pub lic auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following desc ribed real estate:

PIN 09-17-203-007

Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 626 14th Ave Hampton, IL 61256

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 Condominium 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 representation 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 14-23-05123.

I3238851

March 5, 12, 19, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS

U.S BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO WACHOVIA BANK, N.A. (FORMERLY KNOWN AS FIRST UNION NATIONAL BANK), AS TRUSTEE FOR ACE SECURITIES HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST

2001-HE1, PLAINTIFF, VS.

THOMAS C WELLS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS

NO. 23 FC 135

2327 7TH STREET ROCK ISLAND, IL 61201

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Forecl osure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on December 13, 2023, will on April 9, 2024, in The Rock Island Justice Cente r, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201, at 9:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

TAX NO 16-03-416-003

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2327 7th Street Rock Island, IL 61201

Description of Improvements: The property is a single family. The property has no garage The exterior is vinyl siding. The color is gray. The property has a fence . The property is occupied.

The Judgment amount wa s $14,240.21.

Sale Terms : This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, specia l assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc , and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to pla intiff. The sale is furthe r subject to confirmation by the court

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmat ion of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bi dders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOM EOWNER), 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 Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Ray mer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 22- 09824IL

PURSUANT TO TH E FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMA TION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Pla intiff's attorney is not requir ed to provide addi tional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale

I3235252

February 27, 2024 March 5, 12, 2024

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LEG AL NOTIC STATE ILLINOIS

CIRCUIT OF TH FOURTEENTH JUDICI CIRCUIT ISLAND COU IL-JUVEN DIVISION

In the inter L.S. A Minor 2024 NOTICE

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POWER TO SENT TO TION. YOU LOSE PARENTAL RIGHTS T CHILD. PETITION QUES TS TERMINAT YOUR PAR RIGHTS A APPOINTME OF A GUA WITH P OWE CONSENT ADOPTION MAY LO PARENTAL RIGHTS T CHILD. Unl appear you be entitled ther written or publicat tices of ceedings case, including filing of an ed Petitio Motion to nate Rights Now less you app the hearin show against t tion, the ti of t

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

In the interest of L.S

A Minor 2024 JA 5

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

Notice is given to DEVONTAY DAVIS, ADDRESS UNKNOWN and any and all unknown fathers it may concern, that on 2/7/24 a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by John McCooley in this Court and that in the cour troom of Judge Presiding in Juvenile Center, 525 18th Street, Rock Island, Illinois, on 8/29/24 @ 9:30 am or as soon thereafter as this case may be heard, a hearing will be held upon the Petition to have the minor declared to be a Ward of Court and for other relief under that Act. THE COURT HAS AUTHORITY IN THIS PROCEE DING TO TAKE FROM YOU THE CUSTODY AND GUARDIANSHIP OF THE MINOR, TO TERMINATE YOUR PAREN-TAL RIGHTS, AND TO APPOINT A GUARDIAN WITH POWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION. YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CHILD. IF THE PETITION REQUES TS THE TERMINATION OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS AND THE APPOINTMENT OF A GUARDIAN WITH P OWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION, YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO THE CHILD. Unl ess you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended Petition or a Motion to Terminate Parental Rights Now, unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the Petition, the allegati of the Peti-

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

Dated: 3/1/24

Tammy R Weikert Circuit Clerk

By: alb March 12, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTYMORRISON ILLINOIS

Newrez LLC d/b/a/ Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing Plaintiff, vs. Chad A . Warren, AKA Chad Warren; Melissa L War ren, AKA Meliss a Warren; Unknown Owners and NonRecord Claimants

Defendants Case No. 2023FC53

815 16th Avenue, Fulton, IL 61252 Judge James F. Heuerman

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above enti tled cause on September 27, 2023, John Booker will on April 4, 2024, at the hour of 10:00AM at the Whiteside County Sheriff's Office, Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E Knox Str eet (Third Floor Lobby ), Morrison, IL 61270, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following d escribed mortgaged real estate:

Lots Ten (10) and Eleven (11) in Block Sixteen (16) in Range 6 in the City of Fulton, according to the plat thereof recorded June 5, 1839 in Plat Book 1, Page 31; all situated in the Township of Fulton, County of Whiteside and state of Illinois.

Commonly known as 815 16th Avenue, Fulton, IL 61252

Parcel Number(s): 01-28-341-012

The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence Sale terms: Bidders must present,

state of Illinois.

Commonly known as 815 16th Avenue, Fulton, IL 61252

Parcel Number(s): 01-28-341-012

The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence

Sale terms: 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 simil ar funds. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and wi thout 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)

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 call

Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski LLC, One East Wacker, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60601.

Phone number: 312-651-6700.

Attorney file number: 23-010682.

Andrew K. Weiss MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC

Attorneys for Plaintiff

One East Wacker, Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601

Telephone: 312-651-6700

Fax: 614-220-5613

Attorney. No.: 6284233

Email: StateEFiling @manleydeas.com I3238843

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

NOTICE OF THE DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ES TATE OF SCOTT D. SIKKEMA Case No. 2023 PR 113

Notice is hereby given to creditors and claimants of the death of Scott D. Sikkema, last a resident of Fulton, Illinois and of Chicago, Illinois, who died on October 9, 2023.

Letters of office were issued on December 6, 2023, to Jon R Sikkema, of 21685 Blink Rd., Fulton, IL 61252, as Independent Executor

The Attorney for the estate is: Rebecca L. Hui zenga, 1011 4th St., Fulton, IL 61252.

Claims against the estate may be filed wi th the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270, or with the Representative or both, on or before September 12, 2024. Any claim not fi led within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and the attorney for the estate within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 12th day of March, 2024.

REBECCA L.

HUIZENGA

Attorney for the Estate 1011 4th Street P.O. Box 102 Fulton, Illinois 61252

815/589-2859

March 12, 19, 26, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF THE DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ES TATE OF GERALDINE L. KOPHAMER Case No. 2023 PR 121 Notice is hereby given to creditors

COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF THE DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ES TATE OF GERALDINE L. KOPHAMER

Case No. 2023 PR 121

Notice is hereby given to creditors and claimants of the death of Geraldine L Kophamer, last a resident of Morrison, Illinois, who di ed on February 23, 2023. Letters of office were iss ued on December 21, 2023, to James W Kophamer, of 501 Jenkran Street, Unit 1, Morrison, IL 61270, as Independent Executor. The Attorney for the estate is: Rebecca L. Huizenga, 1011 4th St., Fulton, IL 61252. Claims against the estate may be filed wi th the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270, or with the Representative or both, on or before September 12, 2024. Any claim not fi led within that period is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and the attorney for the estate within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 12th day of March, 2024.

REBECCA L. HUIZENGA

Attorney for the Estate 1011 4th Street P.O. Box 102 Fulton, Illinois 61252 815/589-2859 March 12, 19, 26, 2024 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF THE DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ES TATE OF BERNETA M. CARSTENS Case No. 2024 PR 6 Notice is hereby given to creditors and claimants of the death of Berneta M Carstens, last a resident of Fulton, Illinois, who died on January 3, 2024. Letters of office were issued on February 1, 2024, to Ronald Scharer, of 4231 Hazel Rd , Fulton, IL 61252, as Independent Executor The Attorney for

the death of Berneta M Carstens, last a resident of Fulton, Illinois, who died on January 3, 2024. Letters of office were issued on February 1, 2024, to Ronald Scharer, of 4231 Hazel Rd , Fulton, IL 61252, as Independent Executor

Fulton, IL 61252. Claims against the estate may be filed

wi th the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E

must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and the attorney for the estate within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 12th day of March, 2024.

REBECCA L.

HUIZENGA

The Attorney for the estate is: Rebecca L. Hui zenga, 1011 4th St., Fulton, IL 61252. Claims against the estate may be filed wi th the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270, or with the Representative or both, on or before September 12, 2024. Any claim not fi led within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and the attorney for the estate within 10 days after it has been filed. Dated this 12th day of March, 2024.

Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270, or with the Representative or both, on or before September 12, 2024. Any claim not fi led within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and the attorney for the estate within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 12th day of March, 2024.

REBECCA L. HUIZENGA

Attorney for the Estate 1011 4th Street P.O. Box 102 Fulton, Illinois 61252

815/589-2859

March 12, 19, 26, 2024

Attorney for the Estate 1011 4th Street P.O. Box 102 Fulton, Illinois 61252

815/589-2859

March 12, 19, 26, 2024

Vill age of Erie Board Meeting Village of Erie will hold a Zoning Board Meeting on March 21, 2024 for: Building Permi t Application for Scott Timmerman to install a Garage March 12, 19, 2024

Vill age of Erie Board Meeting Village of Erie will hold a Zoning Board Meeting on March 21, 2024 for: Building Permi t Application for Scott Timmerman to install a Garage March 12, 19, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF, VS. WILLIAM BUTCHER, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF CORAZON H DE LEON, DECEASED; CRISANTO H DELEON, INDIVIDUALLY AND INDEPENDENT EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF CECILIO DELEON; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CECILIO DELEON; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CORAZON DELEON; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CECILIO DE LEON, JR.; CARLITO DE LEON; CLEOPE DE LEON; CYNTHIA D IS RAEL, DEFENDANTS

REBECCA L.

HUIZENGA

Attorney for the Estate

1011 4th Street P.O. Box 102 Fulton, Illinois 61252

815/589-2859

March 12, 19, 26, 2024

NO. 2022FC260 3321 9TH STREET ROCK ISLAND, IL 61201

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 and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on February 14, 2024, will on April 12, 2024, in The Rock Island Justice Center, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201, at 9:15am, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidde r for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS:LOT NUMBER TWENTY FOUR (24) IN SCHREINER AND ROTH BROTHERS COTTAGE GROVE SUBDIVISION.SUBJECT TO ALL EASEMENTS, COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, RESERVATIONS, LEASES AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD, ALL LEGAL HIGHWA YS, ALL RIG HTS OF WAY, ALL ZONING , BUILDING AND OTHER LAWS, ORDINA NCES AND REGULATIONS, ALL RIGHTS OF TE NANTS IN POSSESSION, AND ALL REAL ESTATE TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS NOT YET DUE AND PAYABLE.BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CON VEYED BY DEED RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 2007-12124, OF THE ROCK ISLAN D COUNTY, ILLINOIS RECORDS.

TAX NO 16-11-305-005

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3321 9th Street Rock Island, IL 61201

Description of Improvements: The property is a single family home

The Judgment amount wa s $56,992.62.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH" . The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to pla intiff. The sale is further subject to confirmat ion by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificat e of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmat ion of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bi dders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOM EOWNER), 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 Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Ray mer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602 Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 22-12929IL

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Pla intiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I3239002

March 5, 12,

2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, PLAINTIFF, VS. JOHN PATRICK BROWN, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF ANTOINETTE B

HOSKINSON, DECEASED; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ANTOINETTE

HOSKINSON A/K/A ANTOINETT HOSKINSON A/ K/A ANTOINETTE B HOSKINSON; CITY OF MOLI NE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; ANTHONY HOSKINSON, DEFENDANTS

NO. 22 FC 177

842 19TH AVE NUE MOLINE, IL 61265

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Forecl osure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on December 13, 2023, will on April 9, 2024, in The Rock Island Justice Cente r, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201, at 9:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

LOT NUMBER TWO (2) IN BLOCK NUMBER ONE (1) IN THAT PART OF THE CITY OF MOLINE KNOWN AS AND CALLED GREIM'S FIRST ADDITION TO S AID CITY; SITUATED IN ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS

TAX NO 17-05-305-004

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 842 19th Avenue Moline, IL 61265

Description of Improvements: The property is a single family.

The Judgment amount wa s $48,565.45.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH" . The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, specia l assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to pla intiff. The sale is further subject to confirmat ion by the court

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchase r shall receive a Certificat e of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmat ion of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bi dders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOM EOWNER), 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 Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Ray mer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 22- 10564IL

PURSUANT TO TH E FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Pla intiff's attorney is not requir ed to provide addi tional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale

I3235250

February 27, 2024 March 5, 12, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS

SPECIAL IZED LOAN SERVICING LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. ALLISON WALSH, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF KATHRYN E DENTON, DECEASED; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON- RECORD CLAIMANTS; SHANNON LEIGH LOSS A/K/A SHANNON JOVANOVICH; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF KATHRYN E DENTON, DEFENDANTS

NO. 2022FC172

301 17TH STREET EAST MILAN, IL 61264

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 and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on February 14, 2024, will on April 12, 2024, in The Rock Island Justice Center, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor , Rock Island, IL 61201, at 9:15 AM, sell at public auction and s ale to the highest bidde r for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

The following described land, situate, lying and being in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, to wit:Lot Eight (8) in Ralph R. Carver's Subdivision, locat ed in the Northwest Quarter of Section Nineteen (19), Township Seventeen (17) North, Range One (1) West of the Fourth Principal Meridian.

TAX NO 17-19-108-006

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 301 17th Street East Milan, IL 61264

Description of Improvements: The property is a single family home

The Judgment amount wa s $75,713.36.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH" . The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, specia l assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc , and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to pla intiff. The sale is further subject to confirmat ion by the court

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchase r shall receive a Certificat e of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmat ion of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bi dders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOM EOWNER), 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 Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Ray mer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 22-10514IL PURSUANT TO TH E FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Pla intiff's attorney is not requir ed to provide addi tional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale I3239003 March 5, 12, 19, 2024

CUIT DENTON, HANNON HEIRS AND OSURE reclosure 14, 2024, venue, 1st nd s ale to eal estate State of of Rock division, locat ed (17) North, der must 24 hours. ssessments s offered nd without court Certificat e tate after dders are victing any premises. unit at the the legal and (g)(4).

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS

Rocket Mortgage, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans Inc.

PLAINTIFF

Vs.

Barry S James as Independent Executor of the Estate of E ll en James; et. al. DEFENDANTS

No. 2023FC131

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Forecl osure and Sale ente red in the above cause on 11/15/2023, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on April 12, 2024 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Thi rd Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designate d at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at pub lic auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following desc ribed real estate:

THE FOLLOWING REAL PROPERTY IN THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND, AND STATE OF ILLINOIS, TO WIT:

LOT NUMBER TWENTY-THREE (23) I N HAMPTON PARK FIRST ADDITION TO VILLAGE OF HAMPTON, ILLINOIS

PIN 09-17-203-007

Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 626 14th Ave Hampton, IL 61256

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 Condominium 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 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 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 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 representation 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 14-23-05123.

I3238851

March 5, 12, 19, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS

U.S BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO WACHOVIA BANK, N.A. (FORMERLY KNOWN AS FIRST UNION NATIONAL BANK), AS TRUSTEE FOR ACE SECURITIES HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2001-HE1, PLAINTIFF, VS.

THOMAS C WELLS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS

NO. 23 FC 135

2327 7TH STREET ROCK ISLAND, IL 61201

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Forecl osure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on December 13, 2023, will on April 9, 2024, in The Rock Island Justice Cente r, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201, at 9:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

LOT 10 in Block 1 in Brigg's Addition to South Rock Island, now a part of the City of Rock Island, situated in Rock Island County, Illinois

TAX NO 16-03-416-003

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2327 7th Street Rock Island, IL 61201

Description of Improvements: The property is a single family. The property has no garage The exterior is vinyl siding. The color is gray. The property has a fence . The property is occupied.

The Judgment amount wa s $14,240.21.

Sale Terms : This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, specia l assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc , and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to pla intiff. The sale is further subject to confirmat ion by the court

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchase r shall receive a Certificat e of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmat ion of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bi dders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOM EOWNER), 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 Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Ray mer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 22- 09824IL PURSUANT TO TH E FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMA TION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Pla intiff's attorney is not requir ed to provide addi tional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale I3235252

February 27, 2024 March 5, 12, 2024