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Prophetstown Police Chief Bruce Franks received a special award for running the Dick Brown Fishing Derby for kids for many years at Prophetstown State Park in June

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Prophetstown police chief concludes 30 years in law enforcement with open house celebration

Visitors from across town came to celebrate Frank’s achievement and congratulate him on his retirement

By ANAKIN WESTON

Prophetstown Police Chief Bruce Franks marked 30 years of service March 12 with an open house celebration.

Visitors from across town came to celebrate Frank’s achievement and congratulate the former police chief at city hall.

“I appreciate the mayor in the room, the previous mayor in the room and a lot of people I’ve worked with over the years. We got along great. Small town living is awesome,” Franks said when asked about the evening celebration.

He made sure to emphasize the importance of Prophetstown’s community throughout his long career.

“I know when we had the big Main Street fire, this community came together and took care of everybody. Everybody came out and it’s just a community that just gives back and that’s what I really appreciate the most,” he said.

For almost a decade, Franks has served as the chief of police for Prophetstown. He’s ridden alongside the ambulances and worked alongside the people of the town.

“Bruce has been here almost 31 years. He was just a regular policeman and about eight or nine years ago, we needed a new police chief. He was hesitant at first, but he’s done an excellent job. I couldn’t have picked a better police chief,” Prophetstown Mayor Steve Swanson said.

Franks said he began his career in law enforcement as a part-time officer.

“In 1990, my cousin was working as a police officer and asked me if I ever thought about being a part-time officer. The chief at the time hired me that night. I worked four years part time making $5.50 an hour. I went full time in 1994 and

LOCAL BRIEFS

Local author book signing rescheduled for March 30

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 30, 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 and signing.

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

30 years later, here I am.”

He said he will carry those memories with him into retirement, which includes spending more time with his family.

“I’ve got a nephew who runs a landscape business, so I’m going to go mow grass for him. I love mowing grass. What I like about retirement is if I don’t like doing it, I don’t have to,” he said.

“I appreciate the support of the community. It’s been a long time, but they’ve

Tiny T’s ‘Ocean Animal Rescue’ planned for April

The Henry C. Adams Memorial Library has begun a toddler story hour that will be held on the first Monday of every month. Toddler hour consists of stories and crafts for 2 to 5 year olds.

Our April Ocean Animal story hour will be at 10 a.m. Monday, April 1. We will read about all the animals in the ocean and try to “rescue” them!

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

always been there. It’s a small-knit community and we all get along. When the chips are down, we all come together,” Franks said. ”I’m retired after 30 years. Never went anywhere else. Never wanted to go anywhere else. Everything I needed was right here.”

Franks is succeeded by Jerrod Reynolds who was sworn into office Feb. 13. Swanson said Reynolds “does a wonderful job” and will “fit right in”.

Anakin Weston for Shaw Media Prophetstown Police Chief Bruce Franks marked 30 years of service March 13 with an open house celebration.

Tiny T’s will learn about animals in the ocean at the April 1 toddler story hour.

Public hearing Thursday as part of study for some residents seeking to leave West Carroll School District

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THOMSON – A hearing will be held at 6 p.m., Thursday, March 21, in Savanna regarding a petition by some West Carroll School District residents seeking to leave that district and move to the River Bend School District.

The hearing is part of a feasibility study being conducted by the Regional Office of Education 8 through funding by the Illinois State Board of Education.

The feasibility study report will be offered at the public meeting at the West Carroll Primary School Gymnasium, 2215 Wacker Road, Savanna.

The West Carroll School District posted this on its website: The feasibility study reviewing York Township’s petition to detach from the West Carroll School District and conclusions from the study will be presented to the River Bend and West Carroll school boards and the public on Thursday, March 21, at the Primary School in Savanna beginning at 6 p.m.

Darryl Hogue, River Bend School District superintendent, posted the following information to parents and staff on his district’s website:

“As many of you have heard, the community of Thomson asked if River Bend would consider allowing them

and their families to come to River Bend. The process of leaving the West Carroll School District and joining the River Bend School District is highly regulated by school code and legal requirements,” Hogue wrote.

“The Board of Education for the River Bend School District has always been open to the move if there was a benefit to the students and families of

River Bend. To best understand if bringing the Thomson residents and students to River Bend while detaching from the West Carroll district, the Illinois State Board of Education granted the two districts funds to pay for a feasibility study,” he wrote.

Hogue said the feasibility study was commissioned in October 2023 by the two districts. The study seeks to

evaluate the impact of the community of Thomson detaching from West Carroll and annexing it to the River Bend School District.

The study evaluates the impact on both districts in the areas of curriculum, transportation, facilities and finance. For the process to move forward, Thomson has to officially ask the Regional Office of Education 8 if it can detach and be annexed by River Bend.

Thomson has submitted a petition to ROE 8. The ROE 8 has to evaluate the petition to annex and conduct a hearing at some point in the future.

At the hearing, the ROE 8 Board of Trustees evaluates the feasibility study recommendation, hears public comments and hears information from both school districts. After the ROE 8 hearing, a decision would be made, Hogue said.

“The feasibility study is a single part of the overall process and a study commissioned by the two school districts to provide an in-depth look at the impact of Thomson detaching from West Carroll and annexing to River Bend. I would offer to answer any questions, but information about the overall process and the next steps are not known. The initial step of understanding the impact via the feasibility study will be shared with all at the public meeting. If you are unable to attend, a summary of the findings will be provided after spring break,” he said.

Morrison Legion observes the American Legion’s 105th birthday

Morrison American Legion Post 328 observed the 105th birthday of the American Legion with cake and ice cream. Taking part in the celebration were Jerry Brearton (from left), Garry Seaman, Dennis VanZuiden, Terry Jones, Ken Petersen, Jack Brearton, Commander Larry Zuidema (holding the cake), Bill Brackemyer, Ken Brainerd and Barry Linder. On March 15, 1919, members of the American Expeditionary Force convened in Paris for the first American Legion caucus.

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West Carroll High School is located in Savanna.

Photo provided by Jerry Brearton

SAUK VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE BRIEFS

SVCC at SBDC hosts Coffee and Connections March 21

The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Sauk Valley Community College will host a coffee and connections event for the public at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 21, in the SVCC Riverview Conference Room.

Meet the team at SVCC’s Illinois Small Business Development Center and learn more about their no-cost business advising services. Whether you are a small business owner or dream of being one someday, the SBDC team has tools and resources available to help you. Learn more about what they have to offer during this casual meet and greet.

The event is free and open to the public.

For questions or more information, email sbdc@svcc.edu.

Sauk to host blood drive

March 25

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 Associa-

OBITUARIES

DAVID A. SPRAGUE

Born: May 7, 1941 in Oneida, NY

Died: March 9, 2024 in Shepherd, MI

tion and SVCC Rad Tech Club. Walk-ins are welcome but spots fill up fast so appointments are recommended.

Donate and receive a free exclusive “Godzilla vs. King Kong: The New Empire” and Red Cross T-shirt while supplies last.

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.

Sauk to host eclipse viewing event April 8

Sauk Valley Community College will host a viewing event for the upcoming total solar eclipse starting at 12:30 p.m. Monday, April 8. The event will take place outside on the east river side of campus.

The event is free and open to the public.

SVCC physics professor James Chisholm will lead the group in using eclipse-viewing boxes to watch the total solar eclipse from the east river side lawn. Free eclipse glasses will be available for the first 50 people to arrive.

In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors to

Dr. David A. Sprague, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and esteemed educator, passed away on March 9, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, kindness, and profound impact. He was born on May 7, 1941, in Oneida, NY, to Clayton and Lenora Sprague. Growing up alongside his sister Nancy in Morrison, IL, David’s early years were marked by warmth, family, and a love for learning. David pursued his passion

RUTH VOGEL

Ruth Vogel, 100, of Savanna, IL, passed on Tuesday, March 12, 2024.

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

Room 1K04

for a presentation.

The eclipse viewing event is sponsored by SVCC Learning Commons and Science Club.

For information, email Dallas Knack at dallas.n.knack@svcc.edu.

Sauk hosts Impact program informational sessions

Sauk Valley Community College will be hosting informational sessions for the Impact Program on April 16 and 18.

These sessions are free and open to the public. Registration is required.

The SVCC Impact Program is an earned tuition program where students can earn their tuition and fees at SVCC for up to three years in exchange for community service. During the informational session, attendees will learn why the college has developed this program, what the requirements are and how the community can get involved.

Informational sessions will be at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, and Thursday, April 18, in room 1H16. To register or for more information, email Impact@svcc.edu.

For more information on the SVCC Impact Program, visit svcc.edu/ impact.

for education, graduating from the General Motors Institute in Flint, Michigan, in 1964 with a degree in industrial engineering. He furthered his academic journey by earning an MBA from Northwestern University in 1968. Driven by a thirst for knowledge, David returned to college at the University of Iowa, where he obtained his Ph.D. in 1975. Throughout his career, David made significant contributions to academia, teaching at Western Illinois University in Macomb, IL, and later at Central Michigan University in Mt. Pleasant, MI. He served as the Chairman of the Management Department at Central Michigan University, where he played a pivotal role in developing programs for the College of Extended Learning. In June 1962, David married his high school sweetheart, Judy, sharing 61 years of unwavering love and

VisitNW Illinois reveals website, wins advertising award at gala

VisitNW Illinois, in partnership with TDG Agency in the Black Hills of South Dakota, announced that its website won the Silver ADDY for Best Online/Interactive Website at the 2024 Black Hills American Advertising Awards Federation Gala.

The new tourism promotional site, located at www.visitnorthwestillinois.com, is a digital showcase for all things travel in northwest Illinois. The site combines premiere aesthetics via professional imagery and videos, intuitive navigation features with conversion-based funneling techniques and various planning tools to ensure the best travel experience in the area, according to a news release.

VisitNW Illinois partnered with TDG Agency on the creation of the new website. TDG specializes in working with clients in the travel and hospitality, gaming, health care, energy, government and nonprofit sectors on many marketing, advertising and public relations needs.

The AAF Black Hills American Advertising Awards competition is a tiered national competition conducted annually by the AAF alongside 200-plus other clubs around the country. The VisitNW Illinois website was awarded a Silver ADDY in the highly competitive Business to Consumer category. It will have the opportunity to be forwarded on to the next level of competition.

companionship. Together, they were blessed with two children, Dan (Colleen) and Beth (John). David cherished his role as a father and reveled in the joy of being a grandfather to five grandchildren: Michael (Ashley), Danielle, David, Anna (Shea), and Ashley. David’s retirement in 2006 marked the beginning of a new chapter in his life. With a dream to own a cow calf operation, he lovingly tended to his farm, affectionately referring to his cows as “the ladies.” Ebony Farm became not only a place of business but also a gathering spot for local farmers and friends, reflecting David’s welcoming spirit and sense of community. In the embrace of his family and surrounded by the beauty of nature, David found solace and fulfillment. His legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched through his teaching, his kindness, and his unwaver-

ing love for his family. While he is preceded in death by his parents and his daughter Jill, David’s memory will forever be cherished by all who knew him. May he rest in eternal peace, his spirit forever guiding those who were fortunate enough to call him husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Services for David will be Friday, March 15 at 11 A.M. at the Shepherd United Methodist Church with Reverend Bill Chu and Dave Peters officiating. There will be visitation on Thursday, March 14 from 4 to 8 P.M. at Berry Funeral Home in Shepherd. Interment will take place Saturday, March 16 at Grove Hill Cemetery in Whiteside County, IL. Memorial contributions can be made on behalf of David to the Shepherd United Methodist Church.

Easter egg hunts taking place in area communities

Area villages and local community groups are planning Easter fun this year, from egg hunts to Easter Bunny visits to prizes and candy galore. Mark your calendars and bring the family to these upcoming events:

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

Erie Public Library Easter Egg Hunt begins at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 21. Children in fourth grade and younger are welcome to attend. RSVP to the library at 309-659-2707 or stop in.

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 firetruck at 10 a.m.

Age groups are 2 and under (must be accompanied by an adult), 3-4, 5-6 and 7-9. Some eggs will contain slips for special Easter baskets to be awarded and some eggs will contain coupons for special treats from McDonald’s, Family Chef, Dairy Queen and Happy Joe’s. Katherine Frederick will have special treats for those who cannot have candy.

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.

Port Byron

River Valley District Library Easter Egg Hunt, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 23. The library will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt, rain or shine. 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, 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 a.m.; ages 7-8, 11:40 to 11:55 a.m.; ages 9-10, noon to 12:15 p.m. This event is for Rapids City residents only. Identification will be required to verify address.

To submit your event for next week’s Easter calendar, email wnsnews@shawmedia.com.

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Children enjoy a previous Rapids City Easter Egg Hunt at Sulphur Creek Park.

60 Years

March 18, 1964

First Reformed Church has approved a gift of $3,000 to Harbor Crest Home chairman Elvin Norman. The gift will be disbursed in three installments of $1,000 a year for three years. Norman and other officials of the home expressed deep gratitude for this gesture of cooperation from one of Fulton’s largest churches.

The shortage of coins in the country has reached Fulton, officials at Fulton State Bank said. Nickels are the most difficult coin for the Fulton bank to obtain and a check of other banks in the area indicates a severe shortage of nickels. Fulton bank officials urge everyone to turn in coins as rapidly as possible and not hoard them.

50 Years

March 20, 1974

The Fulton City Council approved the sale of $230,000 in sewerage revenue bonds at a net interest rate of 6.287%. Proceeds of the bond issue will be used to provide the city’s share of the cost of a new sewage treatment plant that is under construction. Most of the expense will be covered by federal and state grants.

River Bend Superintendent Robert

Leininger announced four candidates have filed nominating petitions for the school board election. Incumbents

Mrs. Burton Drury of Albany and Dale Kinney of Fulton filed, along with two Fulton men seeking election for the first time – Eugene Field, a local businessman, and Robert Schneble, an executive at Clinton Corn.

40 Years

March 21, 1984

The Fulton Steamers girls basketball team proudly displayed its sectional championship trophy. Members of the team include Charlene Kerr, Lisa Wierema, Lori Beswick, Kris Schaver, Dawn Sterenberg, Wendy Hayen, Susan Smith, Torie Chase, Jana Bland, Lue Ann Eads, Sheri Slater, Heidi Kolk, Michelle Faber and Mona VanZuiden. They are coached by Al Schuitema.

Although two Fulton precincts gave it substantial majorities, the request for more taxes for the River Bend School District went down to defeat in Tuesday’s election for the fourth time. The margin of defeat this time was an even 100 votes. The election result will mean even greater reductions in staff and programs, said Martin Kinert, River Bend superintendent.

30 Years

March 16, 1994

Fulton spent many months trying to repair damage from the flood of 1993 and only a few weeks ago, the final pipes were reconnected and all sewage now flows to the treatment plant, but one problem remained. During the cold weather, huge piles of dirt could not be fully replaced in the holes created by the excavation. With the spring thaw, work commenced on landscaping the area near Mark Morris Bridge. A worker from the contracting company was moving dirt with a large bucket mounted in front of a caterpillar-type vehicle. One area was still quite wet with standing water and the machine slid into the soft earth. It took two large wreckers and two tractors to pull the machine free.

Bruce Radke is a new member of Fulton’s Agri-Grain Marketing terminal and is an 18-year veteran in grain-related businesses. His last position was at a similar facility in East Dubuque, Illinois, where he served for more than nine years.

20 Years

March 17, 2004

An investigation is underway after one of Fulton’s oldest buildings burned

to the ground last week.

At the Fulton City Council meeting, City Administrator Randy Balk shared with the council a letter he received from Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc. pertaining to a proposal to prepare a Municipal Brownsfield Redevelopment Grant for the redevelopment of the former J.T. Cullen property in Fulton. The estimated cost of the Brownsfield Grant is no cost to the city.

10 Years

March 19, 2014

U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin and U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos announced March 13 that the Department of Justice’s Bureau of Prisons has committed $53.7 million in funding to the activation of Thomson Correctional Center in Thomson. The $53.7 million funded is just more than 25% of the total cost of activating the prison, which is estimated at $205 million.

Fulton Elementary celebrated its January Reading Incentive with a school theme of School Days and Knights by reading more than 100,000 minutes. The top Knightly Readers were Prestin Snyder, Andrew Tran, Carly Kaufman and Victoria Tran. They each received a castle tent for their own special reading center.

Understanding the term heart coherence is discussed

By STEPHEN D. HARRISON, M.D.

To understand heart coherence, it may be helpful to take a look at the definition of incoherence. We typically think if something that someone is saying doesn’t make sense that they are not coherent. When we talk about heart coherence, we are referring to matching up the heart and mind along with breathing.

Heart coherence involves the intersection of heart rate variability along with mental relaxation and

LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS

Illinois 84 work underway in Whiteside County

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced, weather permitting, construction on the Illinois 84 bridges over Johnson Creek and the BNSF railroad in Whiteside County began Monday, March 18. The work zone is 2.5 miles north of Fulton.

Work will replace expansion joints and repair the bridge deck. The two bridges

deep breathing, particularly from the diaphragm. Heart rate variability is a very reasonable reflection of the amount of stress that someone is under. We might think of coherence as the heart rate variability on steroids. When we have more stress, we put out more cortisol and adrenaline and other stress hormones. This tends to make for a flat line in beat-tobeat variability because of the constant level. Nature prefers the wave.

While there are devices, including many on watches that will measure

heart rate variability, there is an even more important number that may have more influence on someone’s well-being. This is where heart rate coherence comes in. This includes not only the heart rate variability, but also the influence of the mind and breathing. It is like the intersection of science, meditation and mathematics. The good news is that this number and concept cannot only be monitored but can show immediate improvement, relaxation and well-being.

YouTube can demonstrate this concept nicely. One of the best devices is made by the HeartMath Institute. As advertised, this device is easy to use, provides excellent feedback and is considered affordable when compared with many other devices that we may employ in our daily lives. Another advantage of this particular model is the patient gets a lifetime subscription to the service without having to pay a yearly fee for data and monitoring unlike many other such concepts.

will not be worked on at the same time. Traffic will be reduced to one lane and controlled by temporary signals during the $1.6 million project, which is expected to be completed in August. Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through the area. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits and be alert for workers and equipment.

Scheduled times set for wide loads on Highway 30 bridge

Effective immediately, wide load crossings will take place at the Highway 30 Bridge (South Bridge) at the following scheduled times: 9:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Requests for assistance can be made with Clinton County Dispatch by calling 563-242-9211 and picking option 2 or calling Whiteside County Dispatch at 815-772-4044 and

picking option 1.

Wide load crossings will not be allowed at the Highway 136 Bridge (North Bridge) until the construction project at North Second Street and 19th Avenue North, Clinton, Iowa, has been completed.

Alternatively, assistance with crossing can be sought via the Highway 52 Savanna-Sabula Bridge by calling Carroll County Dispatch at 815-244-2635 or Jackson County Dispatch at 563-652-2468.

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Fulton March 10

Hope C. Powers of Milan was cited for no valid registration and disobeying a stop sign at Elston Road and Route 84. She was released with a notice to appear.

March 11

Jennifer L. Zink of Thomson was cited for no valid registration at Route 84 and 17th Street. She was released with a nonmandatory court appearance.

March 12

City ordinance tickets were issued for improper use of an off-highway motorcy-

PROPERTY TRANSFERS FOR WHITESIDE COUNTY

Filed March 1-8

Warranty deeds

Leslie A. Stokes to Alyssa Wales, 1100 Main St., Erie, $108,000.

Jeremy T. Geerts to Jennifer M. Scanlan, 23160 Carroll Road, Morrison, $220,000.

Robert E. and Lisa K. Snyder to Aubriana and Curtis Blake Jr., 220 Sixth St., Fulton, $355,000.

Bruce A. and Lisa A. Zaagman, William D. Hartshorn, and Sandra L. Hudson to Tyson H. and Kara Kaye Kullerstrand, five farmland parcels in Lyndon Township, $509,754.

Chantel N. Lawson to Brooks Soleta, 506 Jackson St., Prophetstown, $46,000. Secretary of Veterans Affairs, United States Veterans Administration to Angel Mendoza Juarez, 527 W. Seventh St., Rock Falls, $24,500.

Shannon E. Mulnix to Mauro and Carmen Arellano, 605 W. 20th St., Rock Falls, $43,000.

Michael G. Haberman to Calvin and Tabitha Bohn, 208 W. Eighth St., Sterling, $105,000.

Tommy J. and Dawn Nielson to Daryl D. Butts, 1104 Sixth Ave., Sterling, $ 49,900. City of Rock Falls Industrial Development Commission to Moore Prime Properties LLC, 2400 First Ave., Rock Falls, $660,000.

Bruce A. and Lisa A. Zaagman, William D. Hartshorn and Sandra L. Hudson to Larry G. and Mary R. McCormick Trust, eight farmland parcels in Lyndon Township, $526,581.

Robert Miller to Zeb Properties LLC, 1212 Third St., Fulton, $165,000.

Jamie L. Richards to Rebbecca L. Bradley and Christopher E. Stepp, 307 E. Fourth St.,

cle and several nuisance violations in the 1100 block of 14th Avenue.

March 13

Aubre K. Benson of Fulton was arrested for driving while license is suspended and wrong way down a one-way in the 1300 block of Seventh Avenue. She was

released with a notice to appear.

Morrison

March 12

Charles Bohn, 32, Rock Falls, operating vehicle with suspended registration

All people are presumed innocent until proved guilty in a court of law.

Lyndon, $10,000.

Eugene Brown and Erwin Overes, to Patricia J. Pettenger, 1502 E. 24th Place, Sterling, $132,000.

Anthony S. Meiers to Janae Veselko, 17548 Holly Road, Morrison, $205,000.

Eric P. and Stephanie L. Neas to Neas Property Management LLC, 606 W. Park St., 130 E. Main St. and 503 Portland Ave., Morrison, $0.

Mark E. Rubright to Brett and Becca D. Holcomb, 205 W. South St., Morrison, $0. Trustees deeds

Dale A. and Yvonne R. Burkholder Trust, Farmers National Bank, trustee, to Patricia K. Stoecker, 703 Deerview Lane Morrison, $160,000.

Nancy A. Ronald Trust, Ronald L. Hartshorn Trust, Deborah S. and Michael R. Howard, trustees, Sandra L. Hudson,

William D. Hartshorn and Bruce A. and Lisa A. Zaagman to Larry G. and Mary R. McCormick Trust, eight farmland parcels in Lyndon Township, $0.

Nancy A. Ronald Trust, Ronald L. Hartshorn Trust, Deborah S. and Michael R. Howard, trustees, to Kelby J. Hartman and Tyson H. and Kara Kaye Kullerstrand, 7971 Ogden Road, Lyndon and four farmland parcels in Lyndon Township, $509,754.

Executors deed

Shirley M. Jones Estate to Lori A. Bush, 302 S. Jackson St., Morrison, $96,000.

Deed

Whiteside County sheriff and Nicholas A. and Stephanie R. Ernst to Rock River Housing Trust, 10114 Bristle St., Rock Falls, $121,874.

Source: Whiteside County Recorder’s Office

State Rep. McCombie launches Women in Agriculture group

SAVANNA – House Minority Leader Tony McCombie held a successful first “Women in Agriculture” advisory group, bringing together more than a dozen women from across her 89th legislative district to discuss legislative updates relevant to the industry and connect with similar minded women.

The first meeting was an introduction for members within the group and an opportunity for them to hear from McCombie on issues relevant in the legislature to farming, agricultural education and funding.

“This meeting was a great introduction to a coalition that I have wanted to start for some time – to bring women together, celebrate their impact to agriculture and be a resource for each other,” McCombie said. “I see this group as an opportunity for women to work together to gain a better understanding of legislation and programs that promotes Illinois’ largest economic driver.”

State Rep. Tony McCombie

Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello was present to provide an overview of the department and make the department accessible for questions or concerns.

“The future of agriculture is changing with technology and other innovations. At the Illinois Department of Agriculture, we welcome the opportunity to bring more women into the industry through recruitment initiatives, mentoring relationships and partnerships with schools through FFA and 4-H,” Costello said. “Continued bipartisan efforts to expand opportunities for women in agriculture are critical and have our full support.”

McCombie’s group will meet quarterly throughout the year. Meetings will feature guest speakers. For questions about the advisory group, contact McCombie’s district office at mccombie@ilhousegop.org.

Abundant Thanks to Our Nation’s Farmers

What Consumers Can Do to Support Local Farmers

Today we recognize the incredible contributions our nation’s farmers make to our lives and economy. From food to fiber, the efforts of today’s agricultural industry are essential to the products we count on to feed, clothe and protect ourselves and our families each and every day. Thanks to all those whose hard work, dedication and innovation in the field enrich our lives and keep our country growing!

Farming has never been a vocation for individuals looking for easy work. Farmers typically work long hours, braving the elements regardless of how unpleasant the weather may be.

All that hard work ensures individuals who live in rural, urban and suburban communities have constant, readily available access to healthy foods. Such devotion merits support, and thankfully there are many things consumers can do to show their appreciation for local farmers.

• Buy fresh foods at your local farmers market. Farmers markets are many foodies’ favorite places, but they aren’t exclusive to individuals with a passion for food. Everyone needs to eat, so why not eat foods grown locally, which are generally more fresh and appetizing than imported fruits and vegetables sold at chain grocery stores? Even individuals who don’t typically eat fresh fruit and vegetables can find something delectable at a local farmers market, where anything from homemade tomato sauces to locally raised fresh beef and pork might be on sale.

Abundant Thanks to Our Nation’s Farmers

• Order directly from local farms. Some farmers have embraced the e-commerce revolution and begun selling the foods they grow to consumers via their own websites. Research local farms and determine if it’s possible to buy directly from them. Farms may offer delivery or pick-up, and consumers can enjoy fresh foods even more knowing that they helped farmers earn higher profits by buying directly from them.

• Check labels before buying in local grocery stores. Packaging labels will indicate where fruits and vegetables came from. When possible, choose items produced by local farmers. This may include fruits, vegetables, meat, pork, or even desserts like pies. Locally produced foods often taste more fresh than items sent from overseas or distant farms, and consumers will feel better knowing they helped to support local farmers.

• Spread the word. Get the word out after a satisfying experience with local farms and farmers. Whether it’s buying food from farms or taking advantage of family days that let kids enjoy a day on the farm, sharing positive experiences via social media or word-of-mouth can be a great way to inspire your neighbors to support local farmers as well.

Consumers can do much to support hardworking local farmers. In addition to feeling good about supporting their rural neighbors, consumers also might feel good when they sit down and enjoy a meal featuring locally grown, fresh foods.

Things Everyone Can Do to Support Rural Economies

Efforts to revive small business sectors have helped countless communities regain

effective in many urban areas, and they also can help rural economies recover from the

occurred between 2007 and 2009.

Rural communities have faced many unique challenges since 2007. For example, a 2019 study published in the journal Rural Sociology found that 46 percent of remote rural counties were depopulating, while just 6 percent of metropolitan counties were facing population losses. Reviving rural communities does more than help the people who call those communities home. Thriving rural communities can ensure access to fresh foods for people in both rural and urban areas, thus keeping costs down. Thriving rural communities also can reduce reliance on government assistance programs. With access to well-paying jobs, more people in rural communities can live above the poverty line. That’s a significant benefit, as the U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that roughly 85 percent of counties combatting persistent poverty are rural.

Attempts to revive rural economies will require a collective effort on the part of people from all walks of life, and there’s much everyone can do to pitch in.

Abundant Thanks to Our Nation’s Farmers

Today we recognize the incredible contributions our nation’s farmers make to our lives and economy. From food to fiber, the efforts of today’s agricultural industry are essential to the products we count on to feed, clothe and protect ourselves and our families each and every day. Thanks to all those whose hard work, dedication and innovation in the field enrich our lives and keep our country growing!

• Buy products from local farms. When buying foods, looking for products from local farms and/or domestic farms can benefit consumers in various ways. Many individuals find locally grown foods more flavorful than products imported from foreign countries. And buying local, whether the farm is on the outskirts of the metropolitan area you call home or elsewhere in your own country, provides some much-needed economic stimulation to rural communities.

• Look beyond foods. Rural communities produce more than food. Soaps, lotions, candles, decorative items, and other products people use everyday are produced on farms and within rural communities. Choosing these products over massproduced alternatives made in other countries or in places where profits are less likely to be funneled back into local communities is a great way to support rural economies.

• Support legislation that benefits rural economies. One of the most effective ways to lend a hand to rural economies is to support legislation that can help them. There are many reasons why rural economies have fallen on hard times, and a lack of digital infrastructure has undoubtedly contributed to those struggles. All businesses benefit from a strong online presence, and communities can attract more remote workers if their digital infrastructure is improved. Those improvements are often the subject of local, state and even federal legislation. Individuals who want to help rural economies can urge their representatives to support legislation that can help rural communities build their digital infrastructure so it’s on par with that which has already been established in more populous areas. Rural economies are struggling. However, there’s much everyone can do to pitch in and support efforts to revive rural communities.

Softball

Morrison 11, Stockton 0 (5 inn.): At Stockton, Bella Duncan went 4 for 4, including a triple and a home run, and threw 12 strikeouts in a five-inning no-hitter to lead the Fillies past the Blackhawks in their season opener.

Duncan walked two batters.

Also for Morrison, Jordan Eads went 3 for 4 with a home run, and Kiyah Wolber went 2 for 2. Allie Anderson added a home run, and Bella Scachette hit a triple for the Fillies.

Riverdale 11, Fulton 5: At Port Byron, the Steamers fell to the Rams in a nonconference season opener.

The Steamers led 5-3 after three innings but gave up eight runs in the fifth inning.

Resse Germann, Brooklyn Brennan, Emily Kane, Zoe Kunau, Kylie Smither and Jessa Read had two hits each to lead Fulton. Brennan scored two runs, and Kane had two RBIs.

Sherrard 11, Fulton 2 (5 inn.): At Sherrard, after scoring one run in the first inning, Sherarrd broke the game open with six runs in the second. The Steamers (0-2) got on the board with two runs in the fourth inning, but not before Sherrard added three more in the third for a 10-0 lead.

Emily Kane and Kylie Smither each had RBIs for Fulton.

Sterling 3, Morrison 1: At Sterling, the Golden Warriors led 3-1 after one inning and pitched six straight scoreless innings to finish a nonconference win over the Fillies.

Olivia Melcher went 2 for 4, and Mya Lira chipped in two RBIs for Sterling.

Sienna Stingley earned the complete-game win, allowing one earned run on four hits and striking out 13 with one walk.

Bella Duncan went 2 for 3 with a solo home run for Morrison.

Duncan took the loss in a complete game, allowing three earned runs on six hits and striking out 12 with two walks.

Rock Falls 9, Erie-Prophetstown 2: At Rock Falls, the Rockets trailed the Panthers 1-0 through four innings, but scored five runs in the fifth and four in the sixth to claim a nonconference win.

Fulton 9, Morrison 7: At Morrison, the Steamers took a 7-1 lead with a fourrun fourth inning, then held off a furious Fillies rally for a nonconference win.

Resse Germann went 3 for 4 with five RBIs, including a double and a home run, and Zoe Kunau scored three runs for Fulton.

Bella Duncan pitched five innings of relief for Morrison, allowing two runs (one earned) on one hit and striking out 12 with two walks.

Erie-Prophetstown outfielder Lilly Swatos catches a fly ball against Sterling on Saturday, March 16, at Sterling High School.

Photos by Steve Siefken/Shaw Media

ABOVE LEFT: Morrison catcher Allie Anderson grabs the ball as a Fulton player slides across home plate on Friday, March 15.

ABOVE RIGHT: Morrison’s Bella Duncan is safe at home during a game against Fulton on Friday, March 15, at the Morrison Sports Complex.

Earleen Hinton

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Jordan Eads, Allie Anderson and Bella Scachette had two hits apiece for the Fillies. Eads had three RBIs.

Sterling 15, Erie-Prophetstown 5 (5 inn.): At Sterling, the Golden Eagles scored 11 times over the final two innings to improve to 4-0 on the season.

Baseball

Erie-Prophetstown 7, Stark County 4: At Erie, the host Panthers broke things open with a four-run fifth inning to take a 7-1 lead.

Parker Rangel ripped three hits, Caden VanHorn and Braylon Swertfeger each had two hits and one RBI, and Victor Bonnell scored twice and knocked in two runs.

Sherrard 13, Fulton 5: At Sherrard, the Steamers (0-2) trailed 8-1 after four innings and were unable to rally despite tallying four runs in the top of the fifth inning.

Jacob Huizenga led Fulton with two hits and two RBIs, while AJ Boardman had two hits and one RBI.

Morrison 9, Fulton 8: At Morri-

son, Kaleb Schroeder tied the game 8-8 with a three-run double in the bottom of the seventh inning, then scored the winning run on a dropped third strike after moving to third on a single by Collin Renkes.

Schroeder finished 3 for 4 with three RBIs and a walk, Renkes went 3 for 5 with an RBI, and Jason Hall went 2 for 3 with two RBIs for Morrison.

Koltin Swaim pitched four innings for the Mustangs, allowing two earned runs on four hits and striking out seven with three walks.

Jacob Huisenga went 2 for 2 with three RBIs and a walk for Fulton.

Erie-Prophetstown 7, Sterling 5: The Panthers scored three times, including a two-run homer by Parker Rangel, in the top of the seventh to pull out a nonconference win.

Rangel finished 2 for 3 with two runs scored, Zane Romero went 3 for 3 with an RBI, and Braylon Swertfeger (2 hits) and Farral each had one RBI for E-P (2-0).

Photos by Earleen Hinton ABOVE: Fulton’s Dom Kramer rounds third base against Morrison during a game on Friday, March 15, at the Morrison Sports Complex.

LEFT: Fulton’s Braedon Meyers dives for a pop fly but can’t make the catch against Morrison on Friday, March 15, at the Morrison Sports Complex.

Camryn Veltrop became Morrison’s all-time leading scorer

By DAN WUSSOW dwussow@shawmedia.com

Morrison junior Camryn Veltrop burst onto the Sauk Valley girls basketball scene as a freshman during the 2021-22 season.

The 6-foot-2 post and all-time leading scorer for the Fillies has averaged at least 15 points and 10 rebounds in every high school season. She’s also been, at the least, an All-State special mention selection every season.

This season, Veltrop took her game to new heights, averaging area highs of 21.8 points, 11.6 rebounds and 2.9 blocks a game, along with one assist and 1.5 steals a game. Her scoring efficiency was unrivaled in the area. She converted 63% of her field-goal attempts this season – her third season in a row above 60%.

Veltrop was a Class 2A First-Team All-State selection by both Illinois Media and the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association this season. She is the first girls basketball player in program history to receive those honors. She also was a unanimous FirstTeam All-Three Rivers West selection for the second straight season.

Camryn broke older sister Shelby’s career scoring record of 1,394 points on Feb. 5 against Erie-Prophetstown. Camryn Veltrop has 1,443 points after three seasons.

Veltrop set single-season school records for points (698), rebounds (372), field goals made (281), free throws made (134) and free-throw percentage (79.3%, 134/169) this season and also became the career record holder for field goals made (598) and field-goal percentage (64%). Morrison finished with a 19-14 record.

For a record-setting junior season, Veltrop has been voted the 2023-24 SVM Girls Basketball Player of the Year.

Veltrop answered questions from sports editor Dan Wussow about the season, what motivates her, her proudest basketball accomplishment and more.

This season, you surpassed your older sister (and 2022-23 player of the year) Shelby to become Morrison’s all-time leading scorer. You also became the first IBCA and Illinois Media First-Team All-State selection in program history. What did those accomplishments mean to you?

Veltrop: When my high school career started, I never set out to be the alltime leading scorer and honestly really never knew much about allstate teams. My goal was to help my team win. Becoming the all-time leading scorer was a great honor. It is not something that happens overnight or without your teammates. It was special to break Shelby’s scoring record

because I have always looked up to her as a basketball player. I saw how hard she worked on her game to be able to accomplish what she did in her career.

I am proud to be the first female player selected first-team all-state. To be the first to accomplish that in school history means a lot to me. It shows that hard work pays off and it is great to be recognized by media and coaches throughout the state.

Which high school basketball accomplishment are you most proud of?

Veltrop: I am most proud of the fact that I have been a part of 60 wins in my three varsity seasons.

What was your mindset going into this season as the focal point on offense?

Veltrop: I just tried to keep things simple and play the same way that I have always played. I tried to play strong and take the best shots available. I also tried not to get frustrated by how teams played us defensively or by how many people were guarding me.

What are your biggest motivators as a basketball player? What drives you to succeed the most?

Veltrop: My coaches and teammates are big motivators for me, but my biggest motivators are my family. My mom, Kelly, had recently beaten cancer for the second time in her life. She is the strongest person I know and she motivates me daily. It means a lot to me when my family takes time out of their busy lives to come watch my

games. Especially my grandpa and grandma Venema, who spent a lot of time on the road this season to attend my games or Shelby’s. Making my family proud and not wanting to disappoint my parents drives me to succeed both on and off the court.

What aspect of your game improved the most from freshman year to now?

Veltrop: I think just maturing over the years and becoming stronger as a player and as a leader. Also, I feel my composure improved as I didn’t let little things get me as frustrated as they would have in the past.

What is your favorite part of your game?

Veltrop: Being an all-around player is the favorite part of my game. My dad (Morrison assistant coach Todd Veltrop) always stressed with us to be allaround players, not just offensive players or defensive players. There are going to be games when you’re struggling on offense, but that shouldn’t affect whether you play defense, get rebounds or block shots. You want to be a presence on both ends of the court.

As a freshman and sophomore, you played on the same team as Shelby. What did you learn from playing alongside her and how much do you two push each other to be better?

Veltrop: I learned what it took to compete at the high school level against players who were older and more mature than me, what it took to improve

my game and how to become a better leader and how to take criticism and use it as motivation to get better. Most importantly, I learned that if you want to be good during the season, you have to put in the work in the offseason.

We push each other on and off the court as we are both very competitive. We got that from our dad. Shelby and I had some great games in our driveway and the outdoor court at the high school. We spent a lot of hours together working on our games without any coaches.

Who is the best player you’ve played against in your high school career?

Veltrop: The best player I have played against is Whitney Sullivan from Orangeville.

Is there an influence from a professional player (or anyone else) that you apply to your game?

Veltrop: I would have to say Cameron Brink from Stanford because she helps her team in every aspect. She plays both ends of the court, which is why she was the offensive and defensive player of the year in her conference this season.

If you could take one basketball skill from any professional or college player (shooting, ball-handling, etc.) and apply it to your own game, what would you choose and why?

Veltrop: I would choose Stephen Curry’s shooting ability. It would be pretty tough to guard a 6-2 girl with that kind of shooting ability.

Alex T. Paschal

Morrison’s Camryn Veltrop is the 2023-24 SVM Girls Basketball Player of the Year.

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

Christ Lutheran School to host Mom2Mom Market on April 6

The Christ Lutheran School Boosters will host the Spring Sterling Mom2Mom Market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 6, at Christ Lutheran School, 2000 18th Ave., Sterling.

The event is an indoor garage sale for families who want to get rid of their gently used kids clothing (sizes depend on vendors but are usually newborn through grade school), maternity clothing, children’s books, games, toys, DVDs and/or children’s furniture.

Booth registration is available through April 4 or until spaces sell out. Cost is $30 for a single booth (10 feet by 10 feet) or $60 for a double booth (10 feet by 20 feet). Tables and chairs are provided. Sellers price and sell their own items.

The sale is targeted to moms and

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 20: Scalloped potatoes and ham, tossed salad, Jimmy John’s bread, assorted desserts

March 27: Hot ham and cheese sandwiches, nachos and cheese, Jello, ice cream bars

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

April 10: Tuna and noodle casserole, tropical fruit salad, candied carrots, cupcakes

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

families who are shopping for kids or family items.

Entry to the sale is a $1 suggested donation.

Concessions include cinnamon rolls, coffee, hot dogs, nachos and soft drinks.

Christ Lutheran School is a private school that “guided by the Holy Spirit, aspires to nurture, educate and witness to God’s children the gospel of Jesus Christ as revealed in God’s word.”

For information on the Sterling Mom2Mom Market event, call Christ Lutheran School at 815-625-3800 or visit the Facebook page at facebook.com/ sterlingmom2mommarket.

For information about Christ Lutheran School, visit christlutheranschool.com.

Brent Dykstra, Agent

In River City Mall

1426 10th Avenue, Fulton 815-589-2200

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

Erie United Methodist Church plans 2024 events

Mark your calendars for Erie United Methodist Church’s hospitality events scheduled for 2024. All events take place in Wesleyan Hall, 8157 Eighth Street in Erie.

Spring Fling: 4 p.m., April 28

Grab Bag Bingo: 9 a.m., June 8

Diamond Painting: 9 a.m., July TBA

Mini Cake Decorating: 9 a.m., Aug. 24

Card Making: 9 a.m., Sept. 28

Ladies and Girls Luncheon: Oct. 20

Christmas Ornaments: 9 a.m. Nov. 9

Ebenezer Reformed Church Good Friday service

The public is invited to attend a Tenebrae service, also known as Service of Darkness or Shadows, at 6 p.m. on Good Friday, March 29, in the Ebenezer Reformed Church.

The sanctuary will be dimly lit as a service to commemorate the death and crucifixion of Jesus takes place with people depicting those whom Jesus had contact with when he lived and walked on Earth.

Attendees will sense the heartache and grief of those who followed Jesus until the end of his life. This will be a meaningful Good Friday worship experience.

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AUCTIONS

AUCTION Saturday, March 23 for Richard VEGTER of Morrison, IL and others

Auction starts at 10 AM

Doors open at 9 AM

2006 Chevrolet Z71 Suburban One owner 2003 4x4 Chevrolet 1500 pickup Cub Cadet 1050 w/ 50” mowing deck Terry Redlin Prints: Barnhouse print Moss Prints 2 St. Croix pole holders Amish made furniture: 3 drawer file cabinet Small desk Cabinet with mirror End table Vintage furniture: Deccan fife table four Chairs, 3 and four drawer dressers very nice Breyer horses; and much more Go to websites to see all the prints and more.

Frank Tipton Auctioneer 3001 IL Rt. 84, Thom so n, IL 815-590-8206

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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 entered 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 Third 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 public 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 calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within 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 representation 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, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting 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 information

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTIO N 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For informati on: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: 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

815

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOU RTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTYMORRISON ILLINOIS

Newrez LLC d/b/a/ Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing Plaintiff, vs. Chad A. Warren, AKA Chad Warren; Melissa L Warren, AKA Melissa 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 Street (Third Floor Lobby ), Morrison, IL 61270, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described 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 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.

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

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS SPECIAL IZED LOAN SERVICING LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS.

Phone number: 312-651-6700.

Attorney file number: 23-010682.

Andrew K. Weiss

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

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 similar funds. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court The property will NOT be open for inspection.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments and

MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC

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

Attorneys for Plaintiff

One East Wacker, Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601

301 17TH STREET EAST MILAN, IL 61264

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

Telephone: 312-651-6700

Fax: 614-220-5613

Attorney. No.: 6284233

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 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:

Email: StateEFiling @manleydeas.com I3238843

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

March

The Judgment amount wa s $75,713.36.

5, 12, 19, 2024

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 bidders 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 Raymer 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 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.

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

I3239003

March 5, 12, 19, 2024

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, 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 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 bidders 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 Raymer 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.

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

March 5, 12, 19, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOU RTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTYMORRISON ILLINOIS

Newrez LLC d/b/a/ Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing Plaintiff, vs.

Chad A. Warren, AKA Chad Warren; Melissa L Warren, AKA Melissa 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 Street (Third Floor Lobby ), Morrison, IL 61270, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described 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, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The

bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court The property will NOT be open for inspection.

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

ANNUAL TOWN ME ETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO THE LEAGAL VOTERS, RESIDENTS OF THE TOWN OF PROPHETSTOWN, IN THE COUNTY OF WHITESIDE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS, THAT THE ANNUAL TOWN MEETING OF SAID TOWN WILL TAKE PLACE ON TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 2024 AT THE HOUR OF 6:00 P M AT 113 HIGH STREET, PROPHETSTOWN, ILLINOIS. And after a Moderator is elected, to hear and consider such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting. Dated this 10th day of March, 2024. Jacqueline Roman Town Clerk

March 19, 2024

TOWN MEETING OF SAID TOWN WILL TAKE PLACE ON TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 2024 AT THE HOUR OF 6:00 P M AT 113 HIGH STREET, PROPHETSTOWN, ILLINOIS. And after a Moderator is elected, to hear and consider such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting.

Dated this 10th day of March, 2024. Jacqueline Roman Town Clerk

March 19, 2024

ANNUAL TOWNSH IP

ME ETING

Notice is hereby given to the legal vote rs of Union Grove Township that the Annual Township Meeting will be held on Tuesda y, April 9, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Union Grove Township Building at Prairie Center and Hillside Road Dave Mickley Township Clerk

March 19, 2024

Grove Township that the Annual Township Meeting will be held on Tuesda y, April 9, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Union Grove Township Building at Prairie Center and Hillside Road Dave Mickley Township Clerk March 19, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOU RTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF THE DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ES TATE OF SCOTT D. SIKKE MA

MA Ca 2023

ANNUAL TOWN ME ETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO THE LEAGAL VOTERS, RESIDENTS OF THE TOWN OF PROPHETSTOWN, IN THE COUNTY

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

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

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:

Notice is given to and claima the death D. Sikkema resident of Illinois a Chicago, who died October 9 Letters o were issu December to Jon R of 21685 Rd., Fult 61252, as pendent Ex The Attorne the estate becca L. H 1011 4

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, ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS, ALL RIGHTS OF TENANTS IN POSSESSION, AND ALL REAL ESTATE TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS NOT YET DUE AND PAYABLE.BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED 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 Attorney for the estate is: Rebecca L. Huizenga, 1011 4th St., Fulton, IL 61252. Claims against the estate may be filed with 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 filed 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.

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

Dated this 12th day of March, 2024.

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

REBECCA L. HUIZENGA

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).

Fulton, IL Claims ag estate may with the the Circui Whiteside Courthouse, Knox St., Mo IL 61270, the Represen or both, on fore Septe 2024. Any not filed wit period is Copies of filed with must be ma delivered

Representat the attorne estate w days afte been filed. Dated t day of 2024.

REBECCA

HUIZENGA

Attorney fo Estate 1011 4th Str P.O. Box 102 Fulton, Illinois 61252 815/589-2859 March 12, IN THE CIRC COURT FOR FOU RTEENTH JUDICI CIRC WHITES COUNTY, ILLINOIS

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

Attorney for the Estate 1011 4th Street P.O. Box 102 Fulton, Illinois 61252 815/589-2859

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer 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

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March 12, 19, 26, 2024

NOTICE OF DEATH AN CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ES OF GERAL KOPHAMER

Ca 2023

IS

Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information

than that set forth in this notice of sale.

Notice is given to and claima the death dine L Ko last a resid Morrison, who di February 23 Letters o were issued cember 2 to Jam

2023 PR 121

Courthouse, 200 E

Township he Annual wnship Meeting held on April

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9,

JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF THE DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ES TATE OF SCOTT D. SIKKE MA

CIRCUIT FOR THE RTEENTH DICIAL RCUIT, ESIDE UNTY, NOIS OF THE AND PERIOD MATTER ES TATE SCOTT D. MA

CUIT

Notice is hereby given to creditors and claimants of the death of Geraldine L Kophamer, last a resident of Morrison, Illinois, who died on February 23, 2023.

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

DE LEON, NDEPENDENT HEIRS AND ATEES OF LAIMANTS; CARLITO DE OSURE reclosure 14, 2024, Avenue, nd sale to eal estate State of

LLINOIS:LOT COTTAGE OVENANTS, ORD, ALL D OTHER NANTS IN NOT YET BY DEED COUNTY, der must 24 hours. ssessments offered for nd without court. Certificat e estate after dders are victing any premises. unit at the the legal and (g)(4).

Case No. 2023 PR 113 is hereby creditors mants of h of Scott ma, last a of Fulton, and of Illinois, died on 9, 2023. of office issued on er 6, 2023, Sikkema, 21685 Blink ulton, IL as IndeExecutor Attorney for tate is: ReHuizenga, 4th St., IL 61252. against the ay be filed Clerk of Circuit Court, e County Courthouse, 200 E Morrison, 61270, or with esentative on or betember 12, Any claim within that is barred. of a claim h the clerk mailed or to the esentative and rney for the within 10 er it has d. this 12th March, ECCA L. HUIZENGA for the Street 102 Illinois 815/589-2859 12, 19, 26, 2024

The Attorney for the estate is: Rebecca L. Huizenga, 1011 4th St., Fulton, IL 61252. Claims against the estate may be filed with 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 filed 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 FOU RTEENTH 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 and claimants of the death of Geraldine L Kophamer, last a resident of Morrison, Illinois, who died on February 23, 2023.

Letters of office were issued on December 21, 2023, to James W

Letters of office were issued 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 with 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 filed within that period is barred.

Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270, or with the Representative or both, on or before September 12, 2024. Any claim not filed 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 FOU RTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF THE DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ES TATE OF BERNE TA M. CARSTENS

Case No.

2024 PR 6

office were issued on February 1,

2024, to Ronald Scharer, of 4231

Hazel Rd , Fulton, IL 61252, as Independent Executor

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

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 estate is: Rebecca L. Huizenga, 1011 4th St., Fulton, IL 61252. Claims against the estate may be filed with 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 filed 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.

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

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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOU RTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

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

Dated this 12th day of March, 2024.

REBECCA L.

HUIZENGA

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

Vs.

Dated this 12th day of March, 2024.

NOTICE OF THE DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ES TATE OF BERNE TA M. CARSTENS Case No.

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

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

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

2024 PR 6

REBECCA L. HUIZENGA

Attorney for the Estate 1011 4th Street P.O. Box 102 Fulton, Illinois 61252 815/589-2859

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

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

Claims against the estate may be filed with 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 filed within that period is barred.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Forecl osure and Sale entered 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 Third 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 public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following desc ribed real estate:

March 12, 19, 26, 2024

301 17TH STREET EAST MILAN, IL 61264

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

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

LOT NUMBER TWENTY-THREE (23) IN 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

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 estate is: Rebecca L. Huizenga, 1011 4th St., Fulton, IL 61252.

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

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within 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 representation as to qua lity or quantity of title and without recourse to Pla intiff and in "AS IS" condition.

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 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:

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 sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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).

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If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee 's attorney.

Claims against the estate may be filed with 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 filed within that period is barred.

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 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 bidders 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).

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting 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 information

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.

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.

Dated this 12th day of March, 2024.

REBECCA L. HUIZENGA

For informati on: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: 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.

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Attorney for the Estate

March 5, 12, 19, 2024

1011 4th Street

P.O. Box 102 Fulton, Illinois 61252 815/589-2859

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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 Raymer 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 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.

Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale I3239003

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