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POPPING ALONG Sarah Ford/For Shaw Media

Sarah Gruhn (left) helps her parents Leo and Joanie Stewart sell popcorn at Thicksten’s on Friday, Feb. 19. Story on page 2.

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WHAT’S INSIDE Society News ..................................... 5 Glimpses of the Past......................... 8 School News ................................12,13 Published every Tuesday 20 pages • One section

Property Transfers......................... 15 Church Listings..........................16,17 Classiﬁeds .............................. 18,19

DEATHS David Geerts, Brenda F. Dye, Leah M. Kustes, Johanna ‘Jo’ Medema, Geraldine ‘Gerri’ Bruckman, Sharon Roselieb-Oleson, Lila L. Blumhoff, Ruthie E. Blair, Judith K. Landherr, Page 6

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Local business keeps popping along BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

On a cold Friday night, dozens of people patiently waited in line to place their order at Thicksten’s Popcorn stand at 214 Washington St. in Prophetstown. With limited hours during the winter, customers are sure to make the window and get their favorite small-town treat for the week, even if the temps are below freezing. The recipe is quite simple - white popcorn kernels, oil, and popcorn salt. But there’s an art to popping the corn in an industrial popper over the stove fire, having to constantly move it, stir it, and turn it so it doesn’t burn. If the oil is too hot it pops too fast, so learning the tricks is key to success. The popcorn comes in small to jumbo to party size, ranging from 50 cents to $15 for the largest order. Thicksten’s Popcorn has been a staple on Main Street since 1900, when 5th generation owner Joanie Stewart’s greatgreat grandmother Ava Lawrence began selling kettle corn from a street cart. It wouldn’t become its’ current namesake until a couple decades later when Joanie’s grandmother Vora married Earl Thicksten. Over the century, the popcorn stand has been located at the Eureka Inn, the post office, and the Subway parking lot, with a “Peanuts and Popcorn” rendition as part of the nearby wall mural. The current trailer is about 65 years old, though it got a new roof, linoleum, and countertops in the past couple years. To the Stewarts, the trailer is nostalgic and full of fond family memories, and hours of labor. The seasonal weather in the trailer is a challenge though, as it can be stifling hot in the summer and freezing cold in the winter, with the workers depending on a space heater and flames to stay warm or a fan and a breeze to stay cool. But a mission to provide a beloved tradition and give back to the town makes it worth it. “It keeps us going. It’s family, it’s a lot of memories. My dad proposed to mom in the popcorn stand, and now they’re both gone so we didn’t want to get rid of the stand, because it was their heritage,” Joanie said. Since her maiden name is Thicksten, there was no question to keep the name the same when she and her husband Leo Stewart purchased the business in 2003 from her aunt and uncle Ronnie and Barbara Thicksten. Like the four generations before them, Thicksten’s Popcorn remains a family-owned and operated venture, with the ups and downs of keeping a business going. The Stewarts have four children, two in Prophetstown and the other two still in the region, who all constitute the 6th generation of Thickstens to work the stand.

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Customers wait to place their popcorn orders at Thicksten’s on Friday, Feb. 19. The long-running business opens up two weekends a month in the winter. Daughters Stacy Stewart and Sarah Gruhn usually work Saturday nights, and have been for years. The Stewarts pick up their supplies usually 25 50-pound bags of kernels and packaging materials - from Gold Metal distributor of Galesburg, which helps them save on freight costs. They do offer shipments of popcorn, especially this past year, though postage can run about $40. “We try to give that extra service though,” Joanie said of their customers’ requests. Working through COVID-19 has also been a new challenge this year. The Stewarts closed the business from mid-March through April at the height of the pandemic shutdowns. “We felt bad to be closed – as an extra business, it’s income for us. But for the customers, it’s a little bit of normalcy in their life, even though it’s a simple thing to go for a ride and get popcorn,” Joanie said. The family brainstormed on how to get popcorn distributed, and for a time they offered a drive-thru at their Prophetstown home, at the end of a horseshoe drive. People would call or text their pre-orders, and the Stewarts would set up pick-up times every half hour so as not to cause back-ups on the road. “We all had masks, we asked for exact change, we got it to their vehicle, and away they went,” she said of their spring efforts. “It was safe, so we made it work during Covid,” she said of the experience. On any given night they’re open, customers will travel from around the region to stock up on a favorite snack for the week. Pre-orders are accepted so as to limit the waiting time. Sally DeMay of Rock Falls was waiting

in line on Friday night, as she has done so many times in the past. She grew up in town and has fond memories of her and her 11 siblings enjoying the popcorn as children. “We’re out of Prophetstown, but we still come back. There’s popcorn and then there’s Thicksten’s Popcorn,” she said, joking that it barely lasts two days. A customer from Tampico added that she likes to stock up because it remains fresh and tastes so good even after a week. Compliments like this inspire the Stewarts to remain open, available, and to keep providing the food service. Both Joanie and Leo have lived in Prophetstown their whole lives, both graduating from Prophetstown High School. When they’re not working those jobs or the popcorn stand, they’re likely babysitting some of their nine grandchildren or working on weekend projects. Despite their busy schedule, the popcorn stand remains a priority for the family because they know what it means to the community. “So many people come up to the window and share stories, like ‘I remember my grandma bringing me here.’ It’s been around so long, it’s a comfort food. It’s part of coming home, part of Prophetstown. We haven’t gotten fancy, with flavors that make it go stale, we just keep it simple,” said Joanie. The next winter sales dates are March 5, 6, 19, and 20 from 6 – 8 p.m. The business opens for the regular season on Memorial Day and goes through Labor Day, Wednesdays through Saturdays from 6 – 9 p.m. A Facebook page provides updated information or call 815-537-5704 to place an order.

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Popular events won’t be held due to COVID-19 BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

The COVID-19 pandemic has claimed two more popular events — this time in Fulton and Lyndon. Dutch Days, which celebrates the town’s Dutch heritage on the first weekend in May, is has canceled, Dutch Days Festival Committee Chairwoman Barb Mask said This year’s theme was “Operation Chowhound” and would have remembered the military-humanitarian mission that saved thousands of Dutch citizens from starvation in the final days of World War II. Dwight Eisenhower, who was then the Allied Supreme Commander, orchestrated the relief effort to bring food during the famine and cold winter. In coordination with the 75th anniversary of these food drops over the Netherlands, the committee had arranged airplanes to fly over the festival, plus partner with the local food bank. The theme and all activities will be continued next year, Mask said. “It’s so hard to cancel this,” said Mask of the event that first started in 1974. “It’s a festival where thousands of people come from everywhere. People love it, and businesses do well.” A more efficient vaccine rollout could have made a difference, but it’s been too slow of a process, and local health providers favor of delaying any community events until at

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Dancers perform traditional Dutch dances during 2019 Dutch Days in downtown Fulton. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced organizers to cancel the festival in 2020 and 2021. least September, because of the risks of spreading the virus, Mask said. She encouraged would-be festival goers to check out “two wonderful books” about the food drops, now available at the Schmaling Public Library – “Operation Chowhound,” a nonfictional account by Stephen Dando-Collins, and “Of Windmills & War,” a fictional take on the operation, written by Diane Moody. In Lyndon, the Wright’s Egg Hunt in Richmond Park also is cancelled

for the second year in a row. John and Kodie Wright held the first village-sponsored event in 2013 after outgrowing the one they started in their backyard. It’s grown exponentially – in 2019, the event featured 30,000 eggs, more than 300 bikes, toys, bounce houses and a petting zoo and drew more than4,000 people to this village of 600. “We’re very sad to make this announcement,” Kodie said.

“The 2-week quarantine they wanted us to do has turned into a year now, and who knows how long it will actually continue. We wish we could give back to the kids like we always do, but we have to do our part to keep everyone happy and healthy.” “We’re keeping our fingers crossed that next year life will be back to normal and we will get to see all those smiling faces again.”

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Hoof-a-Nanny to raise funds for horse sanctuary BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

The Farm Way Horse Sanctuary of Morrison is hosting a fundraiser to support their efforts in providing sanctuary to horses, pot-bellied pigs, goats, and various other farm animals. The Spring Hoof-a-Nanny, featuring Chicago-based band Hello Dave, will be held at The Ridge in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin on Saturday,

March 13 from 6 - 10 p.m. The children of Rock Central, a non-profit music school in Lake Geneva, will be opening the show. All proceeds will support the sanctuary and their work to make a better life for the animals. The Farm Way, founded in 2014

by Nicole Fairchild and Mike Himebaugh, is a 501c3 non-profit. The animals arrive from all different backgrounds - young and old, neglected and unwanted. Children and adults who visit the sanctuary find comfort and inspiration in the stories of the animals.

Saving one soul heals many hearts, says Fairchild. Lake Geneva, just two hours from Whiteside County, is a beautiful spot for a getaway weekend, Fairchild added. Tickets for the event are $30, and guests can get a 10% discount on a room at The Ridge Hotel, located at W4240 State Road 50. Follow the stories of TheFarmWay.com on Facebook and Instagram.

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Whiteside is not turning away vaccines, health department says SAUK VALLEY MEDIA ROCK FALLS – Rumors that the Whiteside County Health Department is turning down COVID-19 vaccinations are not true, the health department said in a recent news release. “Whiteside County’s weekly COVID-19 vaccine allocation is determined by [the Illinois Department of Public Health], and we have always requested the full allotment,” the health department’s Cory Law said in the release. “Ad-

ditionally, the county and our health care partners have made repeated requests for additional vaccine.” Law reminds residents that there will be a “significant decrease” statewide in the distribution of first doses of the vaccine, and that the majority of doses coming are the second shot. This change will result in the delay or cancellation of some vaccination appointments, he said. The same will be true for other Sauk Valley providers, including CGH Medical Cen-

ter and Morrison Community Hospital, which get their vaccine allocations from the health department. Last week, for example, the department was allocated only 200 first doses to be shared by all three entities, the release said. “Unfortunately, with the size of Phase 1b, demand far exceeds allocations to our county. We ask that everyone please be patient,” Law said in the release. Go to www.whitesidehealth.org for information.

and assisted living homes as part of his Valentines for Seniors Program. The program asked residents, churches, schools and other groups within the 36th district to drop off store-bought or handmade cards to Anderson’s district office.

“Our communities and schools came through in a big way,” Anderson said. “We all know that our seniors and those living in facilities had a tough and difficult year. This is the least we could do to bring cheer to those who have been isolated due to COVID-19.”

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IN BRIEF Sen. Anderson delivers Valentine’s Day cards to seniors State Sen. Neil Anderson helped put smiles on people’s faces on Valentine’s Day. Anderson delivered more than 6,000 Valentine’s Day cards to nursing

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Modern Woodmen donated $500 to the Morrison Dog Park project. Ben Tegeler (second from left), from Modern Woodmen, presents a check to On the Move with Parks and Recreation board members Kathy Schmidt (from left), Karla Burn and Nick Volckmann. The donation puts the fundraising effort for the dog park at just over $9,000. Consider donating to the Morrison Dog Park at TBK Bank in Morrison, the Morrison Lions Foundation NFP Facebook page or at the On the Move with Parks and Recreation Facebook page.

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OBITUARIES BRENDA F. DYE ERIE – Brenda F. Dye, 63, of Erie, died Saturday, February 13, 2021 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Feb. 4. A private memorial was held Saturday, Feb. 20, at Loraine United Methodist Church, Prophetstown. Burial was at Fenton Cemetery. A video of the memorial is available for viewing by going to Brenda’s obituary at www.gibsonbodefh.com Memorials may be made to the Erie UMC or the Loraine UMC. Brenda Faye was born Dec. 29, 1957 in Carlinville, a daughter of Leroy and Ettie Rae (Bettis) Dibler. She graduated from Virden High School and attended Blackburn College in Carlinville. Brenda married Rod Dye on Feb. 29, 1980 in Virden. They came back to Fenton to farm for 13 years prior to Rod serving as pastor of the Methodist churches in Apple River, Lanark and Erie. Brenda spent the past 16 years working for Genesis VNA-Hospice as a secretary. She was currently a member of Loraine UMC. Brenda was an avid reader and loved to quilt. For many years she was the organizer of Sewing Saturdays and the Prayer Shawl Ministry at the Erie United Methodist Church. She was also an excellent cook. Most of all, she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Rod Dye of Erie; sons, Nick (Patty) Dye, Marion, Iowa, Ben Dye, Galesburg; grandchildren, Natalie, Naomi, Kadence, Liam, Tobin Dye; and siblings, Becky (Danny) Crays, Virden, Linda (Rick) Gerson, Springfield, and Tom Dibler, Springfield. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, David Dibler. Share a memory or condolence at www.gibsonbodefh.com

GERALDINE ‘GERRI’ BRUCKMAN FULTON – Geraldine “Gerri” Bruckman, 84, of Big Meadows Nursing Home in Savanna, formerly of Fulton, died Monday, February 15, 2021 at MercyOne Clinton in Clinton, Iowa. Cremation rites have been accorded. A graveside service at the Fulton Township

Cemetery is being planned for a later date. The Fulton chapel of Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A memorial to the River Bend Athletic Boosters has been established. Gerri was born Dec. 31, 1936 in Dubois, Pennsylvania, to Anthony and Nelletta “Nellie” (Burke) Malesky. She was raised by Nellie and her beloved father, Clarence Ottens, and was educated in the Fulton schools. She first married Kenneth L. Hoogheem in 1955. In 1980, she married Bud Bruckman. Gerri was a manager at the Devils Glen Mobile Home Court in Bettendorf, Iowa. She enjoyed camping, fishing, crafting and watching her grandchildren’s sporting events. She was an avid Chicago Cubs Fan. Gerri cherished large family gatherings with all of her grandchildren. Survivors include two daughters, Marcia (John) Pritchard of Mt. Prospect, and Lori (Jim) Ryder of Fulton; three sons, Ronald Hoogheem of Clinton, Iowa, Russell (Patti) Hoogheem and David (Brenda) Hoogheem, both of Fulton; nine grandchildren, Caitlin (Josh) Haines, Blaire Pritchard, Lyndsey Ryder, Zach Ryder, Jason Ryder, Tara (Sol) Schmidt, Nicholas (Makenzie) Hoogheem, Ryan Hoogheem, and Bradley (Tara) Leininger; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Donna (Bud) Smith of Garden Plain, and Sandi (Michael) Johnson of Thomson; and two brothers, Daniel Ottens and Philip (Wendy) Ottens, both of Fulton. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nellie and Clarence Ottens; one sister, Mary Hoyer; and one sister-inlaw, Jan Ottens. To send online condolences, go to www.bosmarenkes.com

JOHANNA ‘JO’ MEDEMA CAMANCHE, Iowa - Johanna “Jo” Medema, 98, of Camanche, Iowa, formerly of Morrison, died Sunday, February 14, 2021, at MercyOne in Clinton, Iowa. Her funeral service was Saturday, Feb. 20, at Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison. Interment was at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison. The Morrison chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A memorial to Ebenezer Reformed Church has been established. Jo was born May 24, 1922, in Morri-

son, to Sam and Ella (Voss) Vanderlaan. She attended Morrison schools. Jo married Edward Medema on Dec. 3, 1943, in Morrison. He died Nov. 4, 2007. Jo worked at Volckmann Furniture and then at the Ice Box Restaurant both formerly of Morrison. She later worked at Kinsel Chiropractic as a receptionist and at Boerema’s Shoe Store as a sales representative Jo was a lifetime member of Ebenezer Reformed Church and the Philathea Society in Morrison. She was an avid reader and most of her time was spent with family. Jo loved watching her grandkids’ sporting events. They were the apple of her eye. She also was an avid Chicago Bears, Cubs, and Bulls fan. Survivors include one son, Keith (Pamela) Medema of Sterling; one daughter, Peggy (Kevin) Jenkins of Camanche, Iowa; three grandchildren, Jenni (Jeff Spensley) Medema-DeMay, David (Erin) Jenkins, and Kendra (Justin) Terry; and nine great-grandchildren, Caden DeMay; Levi, Cooper, Weston, Knox, and Finn Jenkins; Graham, Will, and Noah Terry. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward; mother, Ella; father, Sam (Clara) Vanderlaan; one sister, Stella Brackemyer;and four brothers, John, Rich, and Bert Vanderlaan and Simon in infancy. To send online condolences, go to] www.bosmarenkes.com

LEAH M. KUSTES CLINTON, Iowa – Leah M. Kustes, 80, of Eagle Point Health Care Center in Clinton, Iowa, formerly of Fulton, died Sunday, February 14, 2021 at Eagle Point. A private family funeral service was held Feb. 18, at the Fulton chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home. Interment was at Calvary Hill Cemetery in Fulton. Leah was born April 17, 1940 in Iowa City, Iowa to Earl Burdette and Theola Ruth (Johnson) McKinstry. She married John Edward Kustes Jr. on Nov. 4, 1978 in Fulton. He died on Jan. 18, 2005. Leah worked at Clinton Corn, The Alverno, and Nielsen Clearing House – all in Clinton, and also Tri County Opportunities Council in Illinois. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Fulton and belonged to the Wa-Tan-Ye Club in Fulton. She volunteered with both the Boy Scouts

and Girl Scouts and helped with MealsOn-Wheels. Survivors include a daughter, Kimilie (Robert) Saiter of Clinton; two sons, Keith (Tracy) Horton and Michael (Marlyce) Horton, both of Clinton; six stepchildren; 13 grandchildren; many great and great-great grandchildren; and one sister, Shirley Dalton of Rock Falls. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John; two sisters, Judith Saffell and Corena Weaver; and one brother, Richard McKinstry. To send online condolences, go to www.bosmarenkes.com

LILA L. BLUMHOFF MORRISON – Lila Lee Blumhoff, 93, of Morrison, formerly of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at Allure of Prophetstown. Private services were Feb. 22, at Gibson-Bode Funeral Home, Erie. Burial will be in Erie Cemetery. Memorials in Lila’s memorial may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America. Lila was born on March 18, 1927 in Prophetstown to Henry and Ruth (Reisenbigler) Blumhoff. She graduated from Prophetstown High School in 1948 and the Moline Public Hospital School of Nursing in 1950. She began her nursing career in Chicago before moving to Dallas, Texas, where she continued her career at Baylor University Hospital. While in Dallas, she was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Dallas. In 1979 Lila relocated to Springfield, Missouri, where she did home nursing, was a prison nurse, and worked at Sam’s Club presenting cooking demonstrations. As her health declined, Lila moved to Morrison in July of 2020 to be closer to family. Lila enjoyed cooking and baking for her friends. She was also a hunter and was able to go on several hunting trips to Wyoming. She is survived by sisters, Mary Lou Melton of Prophetstown, Illinois, and Velma Jean Kellett of Richmond, Virginia; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Lila was preceded in death by a sister, Janice; and three brothers, James, Robert, and John. See OBITUARIES , Page 7

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area of conservation or an environmentally-related field. The scholarships are available for students entering junior or senior years at an institution of higher learning. First consideration is given to students who reside in Whiteside County.

Applications are available by going to whitesidecountyswcd.com and clicking the Natural Area Guardians tab or by picking one up at the SWCD office, USDA Building, 400 Wilkens Drive, Morrison, IL 61270. Further information may be obtained

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Prophetstown, to William and Flossie (Egert) Roselieb. She was a graduate of Geneseo High School in Geneseo. Sharon married Ronald L. Oleson on Nov. 1, 1957, in Hooppole. She worked at her mother-in-law’s grocery store at the Corner Café in Prophetstown. She also worked at Frary Lumber and Eclipse Lawn Mower Company as a bookkeeper. Sharon was a member of Leon United Methodist Church in Prophetstown. She loved reading and socializing with the ladies in town. She enjoyed playing cards and spending time with her family. She cherished her children and grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, Ronald; one daughter, Andrea (Larry) Niccoli of Prophetstown; two sons, Cory (Tammie) Oleson of Prophetstown and

Shane (Kendra) Oleson of Geneseo; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ronald (Shirley) Roselieb of Hooppole, and Gary Roselieb of Prophetstown; and her beloved dog, Sunshine Wiggle Fanny Oleson. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Joyce Anderson; three sisters-in-law, Frannie Oleson, Jackie Roselieb, and Lorraine Massey; and two brothers-in-law, Carlyle Oleson and Roger Massey. To send online condolences, go to www.bosmagibson.com.

EDUCATION NEWS Scholarships offered The Whiteside County Natural Area Guardians, a committee of the Soil and Water Conservation District, will award two - $500 scholarships to college students who are pursuing a degree in the

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SHARON ROSELIEB-OLESON PROPHETSTOWN – Sharon Roselieb-Oleson, 81, of Prophetstown, died Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at Allure of Prophetstown. A memorial service will be held at a later date and there will be no visitation. Cremation rites will be accorded. The Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home in Prophetstown is in charge of arrangements. Interment will be at Hooppole Cemetery in Hooppole. Sharon was born Oct. 17, 1939, in

JUDITH K. LANDHERR ROCK FALLS – Judith K. Landherr, 82, of Rock Falls, died Friday, February 12, 2021, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Completed applications are due by April 1, 2021 and should be sent to: Scholarship Committee, Natural Area Guardians, C/O Carolyn Keller, 1716 W. 4th Street, Sterling, IL 61081-3125. Arrangements are pending at the Morrison chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home.

DAVID GEERTS FULTON – David Geerts, 59, of Fulton, died Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at MercyOne Clinton in Clinton, Iowa. Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Fulton handled arrangements.

RUTHIE E. BLAIR ERIE – Ruthie E. Blair, 90, of Dixon, formerly of Erie, died Friday, February 12, 2021 at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Rockford, Illinois. A graveside service was held on Feb. 19 at the Erie Cemetery, Erie. Gibson-Bode Funeral Home, Erie, assisted with arrangements.

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YOUR HEALTH

Here are some new guidelines for using antibiotics BY STEPHEN D. HARRISON, M.D.

Many conditions in medicine are a mixture of tradition and science. Infections are a classic example, especially with many common conditions such as urinary tract infections, skin infections, pneumonia, sinusitis and other respiratory infections. Many of these conditions have been relegated to seven to 14 days of antibiotic treatment. Historically, this duration arose out of science theory and observation and later became enshrined in dogma. As we learn more about the harms of antibiotics and the delicate balance of

nature’s ecosystem in the human body, known as human biome, we are reexamining these concepts in a fresh light. Protocols are developing that involve five days for many conditions. For the five-day theory, keep in mind: 1. Your medical provider must approve. 2. The shortened course does not work for all types of infections. 3. People with recurrent or repeat infections may have more problems. 4. Ideal people will need to show a favorable response by three days. 5. A minimum of three well days with no major symptoms or fever is required.

6. Your provider might consider certain bio markers such as CRP or others to help govern treatment. Keep in mind that certain infections will require longer periods of time. Bone infections and prostate infections share the quality of difficult-to-penetrate infections that also do not necessarily give early symptoms or even fever when they are resurfacing. Major organs such as the heart and brain also may be challenging conditions to approach with shortened course. Shared goals include possibly less overall expense both from the antibiotic, as well as possibly less time in the

hospital. Less exposure to antibiotics likely will be associated with less diarrhea and other intestinal problems. Less antibiotic resistance may be an important outcome of this strategy. There are other side effects that may be substantially reduced as well. A natural question arises as to what to do with your leftover antibiotics. Certainly many people are going to keep their antibiotic supply and use them down the road. While this strategy may work some of the time, the number of times it will fail and cause potentially significant problems is enough to discourage this approach.

GLIMPSES OF THE PAST - FULTON

1961: First Christian Reformed celebrates 75th anniversary 60 Years February 22, 1961

New products, an expanded sales operation and manufacturing improvements were listed as reasons for optimism during the 1961 business year by officials of the Patent Novelty Co. at the 55th annual meeting in the Fulton offices. First Christian Reformed Church will celebrate its 75th anniversary on Feb. 26 and 27. The three former ministers still living and their wives have accepted invitations to participate in the festivities. Members of the planning committee are Peter Vogel, Claus Prins, Hie Norman and Clarence Wiebenga.

50 Years February 24, 1971

Fulton’s proposed teen center is becoming more of a reality. Russell Nelson’s purchase of the former Colony House, owned by Henry Jahn, and his

agreement with the teen center steering committee for renting the building, along with work on redecorating, is being done. Insurance Men’s Scholarship Loan Board members James Zimmerman and Robert Lockhart presented scholarship loans to Carol Bosma, Lee Huisingh, David Kraft, Nancy Snyder and April Hadley.

40 Years February 25, 1981

The Sikkema Furniture Co. will proceed to rebuild as soon as practical after a disastrous fire. The fire was in the warehouse behind the store. Unofficial estimates place the damage from the blaze in excess of $100,000. Stanley Tenboer was elected president of the Fulton Community Fund at the regular meeting. Other officers elected were Thomas Senneff, vice president; Mrs. Glenn Waterloo, secretary; and Jan Faber, treasurer.

30 Years February 20, 1991

Satisfaction with the performance of Kent Hammer as superintendent of the River Bend School District was expressed by the Board of Directors when his contract was extended for three years. Hammer has filled the position for the past four years. The Sparkettes women’s auxiliary of the Fulton Fire Department announced the winners of the Pretty Baby contest. First-place winner is Staci Wherry, second place is Ryan Kaufman and third place is Anthony Newell.

20 Years February 21, 2001

Fulton Presbyterian Church building committee members Don Damhoff, Dave Vogel, Darwin Stuart, Connie Koehn, Dale Thayer, Dorothy Hook, Mike Kramer and Paul Delzell met for a groundbreaking of the new church, which will be built on 6.9 acres at North

Ninth Street and Valley View Drive. The River Bend School Board heard a report from a representative of Exelon Solutions on what it would take to make all schools energy efficient. The audit walkthrough reported by Exelon Solutions recommended $1.5 million in structural changes for the schools.

10 Years February 23, 2011

Each year, the Fulton Kiwanis Club seeks nominations from the community for a person who goes above and beyond the call of duty. This year, Volunteers of the Year goes to Jim and Dave Wheery. Kiwanians Ron Vogel and Harlan Wiebenga presented Jim and Dave with their plaques. Jeanine Tufty, FACE board member, presented a check for $3,000 to Harvey Geerts, member of the Fulton Historical Society, to be used for the Cemetery Restoration Project Phase II. Tom Ottens has selected this project for his Eagle Scout Award,

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Erie Middle School spelling champion Taylor Robshaw concentrates on a word Feb. 11 during the Lee/Ogle/Whiteside Regional Spelling Bee. Robshaw went out on the word “fantastically.” The event usually features about 30 contestants and their classmates but this year’s spelling bee saw just five participants vying for the title.

PLT middle school sixth grade champion Alexander Ottens (above) misses on the word “klutz” early in the Lee/Ogle/Whiteside Regional Spelling Bee. Kathleen Keesey of Reagan Middle School earned her second consecutive regional spelling bee title and a trip to the National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C., if the competition takes place.

Riverdale Elementary announces second-quarter honor roll

High Honors

Fifth grade: Avarie Albritton, Avery

Beeler, Emme DeBlaey, Stella Deines, Dylan Francisko, Ava Gaulrapp, Kami Kruse, Jax McClaine, Ava Mrosko, Lola Wainwright, Nevaeh Wheelan, Beau Young and Phinly Zawada. Fourth grade: Brynlee Albritton, Ava Anders, Eli Clark, Collin Enright, Walker Evans, Dixie Floming, Morgan Geiger, Alison Janicki, Cabe Junis, Nora Kindelsperger, Weston Kreiter, Karson Kruger, Gabriel Mattison, Ries Mitton, Amaya Mrosko, Ava Munson Martel, Gemma Neilson, Brenden Orr, Briley Payne, Alice Petersen, Ethan Secker and Callista Sowder. Third grade: Eli Baker, Carter Calvert, Dalton Carls, Alexis Church, Landon Daugherty, Madison Dean, Myles Dierikx, Ben Dykema, Cecilia Foust, Mira Fritch, Aleah Goss, Brax-

ton Gage, George Hagmeier, Grayson Hauser, Jackson Hawkins, Macee Hedeen, Clara Jones, Jude Krier, Melanie Laman, Kaitlynn Mahraun, Mason McCadden, Eli McClaine, Luke McClaine Piper Mockmore, Diane Morford, Logan Oppenheimer, Kiley Peterson, Piper Peterson, Ryleigh Pfaff, Wesley Riewerts, David Scott, Hunter Short, Abigail Yoder, Emersyn Zahradka and Pagan Zawada.

Honor Roll

Fifth grade: Evelyn Allbee, Colton

Clark, Madelyn Cullison, Channing DeLaRosa, Kael Findley, Isla Gaines, Kayden Herlyn, Shane Johnson, Boston Kelley, Isabell Kohrt, Alexandra Mongreig, Ethan Oakland, Brooklyn Peterson, Ayla Ramsdale, Grant Rutledge, Ava Solis, Nate Supan, Braydon Taets, Kole Toland, Erik Vickers, Jack Wages, Landon Wiklund and Kyle Wright. Fourth grade: Dexter Allison, Celia Arnold, Lillian Bitler, Ariah Bruck, Makenzie Brune, Zoey Chaney, Jayda Coutts, Camryn Dillin, Ethan Endresak, Cameron Geigle, Logan Hartman, Malia Heeren, Kelsey Hohenadel, Kylie Hohenadel, Eli Horrall, Trever Hume, Taytum Jacobs, Ebin Jenkins, Town Kerner, Connor Kohrt, Ashlynn Landuit, Mag-

gie Larson, Fisher Marty, Ava Mathis, Corbin Mathis, Audrey McIntosh, Nolan McLaughlin, Sarah Mitton, Makenzie Moody, Miraya Patel, Gavin Reiling, Aivery Reyna, Peter Russo, Morgan Rutledge, Alice Schmidt, Billy Scranton, Bobby Scranton, Camille Sergeant, Ali Smith, Brielle Smith, Cole Smith, Nate Stigers-Peterson, Corbin Temple, Lila Wages and Brady Watson. Third grade: Grayson Albritton, Alexis Arivett, Natalie Bacon, Nicole Bacon, Kayden Covemaker, Devin Dorathy, Paisley Eich, Lynnlee Hilburn, Harper Houzenga, Elsie Jacobs, Ethan Kinney, Maddie Lindquist, Micah Phelps, Heath Robertson, Lucy Sallows, Aaron Solis, Brady St.Clair, Kennedie Toland, Leonel Varela, Dani Warner and Joel Williams.

Academic Achievement

Fifth grade: Cooper Abbott, Tristan

Beveroth, Isla Gaines, Landon Rowe and Finley Sullivan. Fourth grade: Lydia Allbee, Addison Bristol, Zoey Chaney, Lewis Costello, Evayah Coleman- Joseph, Wyatt Green, Teagan Jerz, Rilynn Marshal, Ella Mowder and Gia Nelson. Third grade: Logan Clark, Alaina Gregory, Jack Hager and Brailey Turner.

IN BRIEF Cooking education kits help youth build cooking skills University of Illinois Extension and 4-H have a fun opportunity for youth ages 8 and older to enhance their cooking skills this March during National Nutrition Month. “When it comes to nutrition and health, the more you know, the better you can be at taking care of yourself and those you care for,” said Kristin Bogdonas, Illinois Extension nutrition and wellness educator. Bogdonas has put together educational cooking kits designed to inspire the inner chef, help youth gain confidence while working in the kitchen, and educate them about healthful eating plans. The cost is $5 per educational kit. It includes an “I Made That!” instructional booklet, a sensory evaluation, activities, fun recipes to try, and chickpeas to use in the recipes. For their participation, youth will receive a complimentary reusable 4-H logo cup and an 8-inch four-section MyPlate that will reinforce correct portion sizes in each food group. Kits will be available for pickup the second week of March at Illinois Extension offices in Milan, Viola and Galva. Register early to reserve your kit while supplies last. Register at go.illinois.edu/IMadeThatMarch. The deadline to register is Feb. 28.

Jo-Carroll Energy seeks board of director nominations for districts 5, 7, 8 and 10 5 Nomination petitions for the Jo-Carroll Energy Board of Directors are now available online at jocarroll.com. If you are unable to download a petition, please call the office and we can arrange for a pick-up or mail directly. A larger map of director districts can be found on the website.

Petitions may be filed no earlier than March 8, 2021 and no later than June 4, 2021. Members may only seek nomination from the district of their primary residence. Complete details on director qualifications and the nomination procedure can be found in Jo-Carroll Energy’s bylaws, posted on the cooperative’s website. ROLL ENE AR RG -C

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Riverdale Elementary announced its Scholastic Honor Roll for grades three through five for the second-quarter grading period. High Honors are awarded to students with all A’s. Honors are awarded to students who earned all B’s or better. Academic Achievement is awarded to students who didn’t make the honors list but performed at a 100% effort.

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Odell Public Library Board of Trustee As they grow older, many readers request books from the large print collection at the Odell Public Library, which numbers 976 books. This collection has grown, and was helped by the GoFundMe campaign in the fall that was spearheaded by the Odell Public Library Friends. $1,500 was raised for the large print collection, and books are being added monthly. Jan Horberg, Morrison High School librarian, researches for best sellers and interesting reads in the category. Every six to eight weeks, many large print books travel out of the library to either Resthave Care or Pleasant View nursing home. Resthave usually requests 50 books, and Pleasant View requests 25 books. These books are selected by Horberg and Lorna Temple. Books that are most requested are mysteries, Christian fiction, Amish romance, Westerns and a few nonfictions on well-known figures. Books are transported by library personnel. The large print collection is popular with a large circulation. In 2020, 834 of these books were read. In 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic, circulation of these books was 1,369. Suggestions for books to add to the collection are always welcome.

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B.L.I.N.D. leader Chloe Bielema ‘Building Lasting Impressions that Never Die’ What types of activities are you involved in at Morrison High School? I am involved in student council, B.L.I.N.D. and pompom squad. What are your hobbies outside of school? Outside of school, I like dancing (taking class and teaching class), drawing and watching Netflix. How would you describe your leadership style? I think I usually propose an idea and have everyone give their opinion and ideas and then organize all the ideas into one solution. What has B.L.I.N.D. meant to you? It means connections to people in my school and to peers in surrounding schools. It has really helped me step up in multiple situations and made me a better person for myself and helped me help other people as well.

COLLEGE NEWS Purvis graduates from University of Iowa In December, more than 2,100 University of Iowa undergraduate, graduate and professional students graduated under extraordinary circumstances. With the COVID-19 pandemic upending traditional educational practices across campus and the country, including commencement ceremonies, 2020 was a challenging year. Madison Purvis of Prophetstown was one of the graduates. Purvis earned a bachelor’s degree in human physiology from Iowa’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Area students on Carthage College’s Dean’s List

MHS B.L.I.N.D. leader Chloe Bielema What is one fun fact about you? My first concert was One Direction! What have you learned from this pandemic? I have learned how to be OK with myself. Isolation is really lonely, but throughout this pandemic, and still now, I am figuring out who I am, what I like, and who I want to be. It has shown me to appreciate what I actually have and to appreciate what I am given. I am thankful for this growing period and am excited for the future.

More than 1,000 students have been named to Carthage College’s Dean’s List for the fall 2020 semester. Dean’s List honors are accorded to Carthage students who achieve a minimum 3.5 grade-point average while carrying at least 14 credit hours during a semester. Area students named to the list were Abigail Stichter and Brett VanDeWostine, both of Erie.

Schroeder graduates from Wisconsin-Platteville The University of Wisconsin-Platteville awarded diplomas to nearly 600 students from its three campuses for the summer and fall of 2020. A total of 586 students from UW-Platteville, UW-Platteville Bara-

boo Sauk County and UW-Platteville Richland earned either bachelor’s or associate degrees. Because of COVID-19, no ceremonies were held. Brandon Schroeder of Morrison graduated with a degree in industrial technology management.

Rangel named Distinguished Scholar Alexis Rangel of Lyndon, who is attending Rockford University, was named a Distinguished Scholar for the fall 2020 semester after earning at least a 3.75 grade-point average with no grades below “C” and having completed all semester requirements.

Anderson named to Dean’s List at Blackburn College Dana Anderson of Morrison was named to the Blackburn College Dean’s List for the fall 2020 semester. Students named to the Dean’s List must earn a grade-point average of 3.6 or higher for the semester.

Behrens on Quincy’s Dean’s List

Quincy University released its Dean’s List for the fall 2020 semester. Honorees must earn a grade-point average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) in the semester. 361 students received the honor in the fall 2020 semester. Among the honorees was Owen Behrens of Prophetstown. See COLLEGE NEWS, page 13

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What are you involved in at Fulton High School? I am involved in B.L.I.N.D., S.A.D.A., Thespians and Key Club. What are your hobbies outside of school? I love baking and cooking, hanging out with friends, and working at Clinton Candlelight Inn. What have you learned from this pandemic? I have learned to not take things for granted, and that if you put your mind to something, you can accomplish it. How would you describe your leadership style? I would describe my leadership style as communicative and transformational. I think having good communication and goals is really important when trying to lead a group. What has B.L.I.N.D. meant to you? Knowing that I can help others adjust and feel comfortable coming into high school has meant a lot to me. As a freshman, I feel like I would have definitely been lost without this program and the upperclassmen showing me around and teaching me everything I needed to know. I am so glad I am now able to be viewed as a helping

Junior B.L.I.N.D. Leader Marissa Lehman hand and someone to look to when things may be hard or confusing. One fun fact about you? A fun fact about me would be that I have two dogs (Chelsea and Charlie) and love spending time with them. Words of advice? “You can be the ripest, juiciest peach in the world, but there will always be someone who hates peaches.” – Dita Von Teese

Continued from page 13 SVCC President’s List, Deans’ List announced 196 full- and part-time Sauk Valley Community College students have been named to the President’s List for high academic achievement during the fall 2020 semester. 121 students made the Deans’ List. SVCC President David Hellmich said 45 fulltime students topped the President’s List with straight “A” averages. Area students include: President’s List Full-time students (4.0 GPA) Zoey A. Klavenga, Fulton; Melissa G. Carroll, Gracen I. Harmon, Morrison. Part-time students (4.0 GPA) Kaylee J. Robinson, Albany; Payton M. Adamson, Erie; Brent L. Tate, Fenton; Peyton Sanderson, Fulton; Kanyon B. Crady, Austin Lane, Lyndon; Chloe E. Bielema, Zayden Boonstra, Morrison; Emily M. Brooks, Christian M. Craft, HollyAnn G. Huizenga, Adysson M. Scott, Prophetstown. Full-time students (3.75 GPA or better) Mackenzie R. Vahle, Prophetstown. Dean’s List Full-time students (3.5 - 3.749 GPA) Rikiesa S. Ownes, Dominique J. Stout, Linda A. VanZuiden, Morrison; Vanessa F. Williamson, Prophetstown. Part-time students (3.5 – 3.749 GPA) Giana A. Floming, Albany; Joshua E. Dolph, Lilianna C. Eagle, Tiffany Smith, Caitlyn G. Wonsewitz, Fulton; Rachel L. Coyle,

Mark J. Cyphers, Grace E. Mayberry, Anna G. Szabo, Morrison; Luke D. DeNeve, Mackenzie J. Glassburn, Sydney C. Minssen, Prophetstown.

Johnson named to Dean’s List at Marquette University Dena Johnson of Prophetstown has been named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2020 semester at Marquette University in Milwaukee. Johnson is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences. To make the Dean’s List, students must have earned at least 12 credits for the fall 2020 semester and have no disqualifying grades. The GPA threshold varies by college. For the College of Education and the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, undergraduate students must have at least a 3.7 GPA to be named to the Dean’s List.

Suarez is on President’s List

Washburn University announced its President’s List honorees for the fall 2020 semester. To qualify for the President’s List, a student must complete at least 12 hours of graded credits and earn a semester grade-point average of 4.0. Rebecca Suarez of Morrison is one of more than 600 students who qualified for the President’s List. Washburn University is proud of these students and their commitment to excellence.

Pannier on Mercy’s Dean’s List Kelly Pannier of Morrison has been named to the Dean’s List for Mercy University’s fall 2020 semester.

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PROPERTY TRANSFERS Warranty deeds • Alan E. Bielema to Bruce E. Aude, one parcel on Waller Road, Fulton, $54,000. • Dan and Stella Soliz Holmes to Brittany E. Langston, 700 14th Ave., Fulton, $87,000. • Sterling Federal Bank to Up to Code Properties LLC, 402 W. Sixth St., Sterling, $58,500. • Sharey L. Bonnell heirs, Beverly Fellows, Theresa Zweifel, Tina Popejoy, Chris Ingram, Cynthia Stern and Tina and Michael Bonnell to Charles Popejoy, 1117 Ave. A, Sterling, $8,000. • Michael J. and Lisa J. Seaman to State of Illinois DOT, 16955 Carroll Road, Morrison, $300. • Richard W. and Donna J. Cady to State of Illinois DOT, 23763 Carroll Road, Morrison, $3,290. • Zachary J. Ryder to Joseph M. Wells, 10781 Newton Road, Fenton, $105,000. • Travis G. and Natalie Mills to John and Nicole Heun, 9660 Albany Road, Erie, $204,000. • Mega Properties Inc. to Morrison Investors LLC, 100 W. Main St., Morrison, $0. • Patricia L. and Laverne N. Pessman to Rodney K. Damhoff and Linda Herron, 20482 Acker Road, Fulton, $0. • Ronald L. Shambaugh to John O. Eagles, 14721 Fenton Road, Morrison, $145,000. • Jimmy L. and Kay L. Bielema to Ronald

J. Huebner, 919 Third Ave., Fulton, $203,000. • Steven G. Habben to Mike Strong Investments LLC, 301 E. 19th St., Sterling, $315,000. • Larry E. and Pamila S. Brackemyer to Jonathan and Ann Brackemyer, 18076 Lincoln Road, Morrison, $180,000. • Mark D. and Ruth Stoecker to Justin A. and Patience B. Tenney, one parcel on Sand Road, Fulton, $13,000. • Ruth R. and Donald E. Morthland Jr. to Gary C. and Amber D. Nickell, 602 Genesee Ave., Morrison, $75,500. • Stephen Johnson and Laykin Mlekush to Laykin Mlekush, 1312 Oak St., Erie, $0. • Tina D. Burgess to Amy Lopez, 706 W. 19th St., Rock Falls, $40,000. • Melody J. Sharp, formerly Penaflor to April Hinton, 110 Locust St., Prophetstown, $40,000. • Anita K. Burton to Carolyn K. Nickel and Tyler K. Gordon, 410 E. Wall St., Morrison, $109,000. • Mark L. Henson to Beverly Benson, 1203 12th Ave., Sterling, $70,000. • Daniel and Corri Grecco to Marcus A. and Kelsey A. Rumfelt, 510 W. Morris St., Morrison, $100,500.

Quit claim deeds • Therman W. and Sara J. Stuart to Daniel W. and Michael T. Stuart and Lisa J. Marten, 20713 Cattail Road, Fulton, $0. Trustee’s deeds • Shirley M. Sharer Trust to Bret

Lindskog, also Brett A., 1156 Perkins Road, Prophetstown, $0. • Beulah B. Porter Trust to Sheila D. Quinn, 17028 Clover Road, Morrison, three parcels in Clyde Township, 16875 Tanglewild Drive and one parcel in Morrison, $0. • Allen and Bernice K. Sikkema Trust to Laverne N. and Patricia L. Pessman, 20482 Acker Road, Fulton, $0. • Eileen L. Hummel Trust, Midland States Bank, trustee to Lowell L. McNinch, 28107 Knief Road, Rock Falls, $330,000. • Larry G. and Mary R. McCormick Trust to Eddie L. and Patrice J. Heckert Trust, one parcel on E. 21st St., Sterling, $26,000. • Corey A. Council Trust to Brandi S. Rathburn, 709 First Ave., Fulton, $123,000.

Executor’s deed • Daniel J. Drosopoulos to Thomas L. and Mathew J. Drosopoulos, 13157 Highgate Court, Morrison, $0. • Orin W. Sheley Estate to Cynthia L. Dale, 505 W. Seventh St., Sterling, $71,500. Deeds • Whiteside County Clerk to Equity One Investment Fund, 2103 Deets Road, Sterling, $0. • Sheriff of Whiteside County, Whiteside County Sheriff, James L. House Estate, Amy K. Weidel, Lynsy Ursetta and Brandon House to Midland States Bank, 24796 Front St., Sterling, $41,039.14. Source: Whiteside County Recorder’s Office

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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

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

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

CORDOVA

FENTON

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

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

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

FULTON First Christian Reformed Church Pastor Michael Hooker 801 15th Ave., Fulton, 815-589-3207 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 Matthew Camaioni 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@secondreformedchurch.net Spring Valley Reformed Church 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton 815-772-3554 Thrive Ministries-Bethel CRC Campus 1208 3rd Avenue, Fulton, 815-589-2501 www.thriveforchrist.com bethelcrc@juno.com Pastor Kevin Vanhoeven Thrive Ministries-First CRC Campus 801 15th Avenue, Fulton, 815-589-3790 www.thriveforchrist.com firstcrcfulton@live.com Pastor Michael Hook

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

HOOPPOLE Calvary Evangelical Congregational Church Rev. Eugene Baker, Pastor 815-948-2181 or 309-507-3283 Hooppole Zion Methodist Church Pastor Dan Wright - Church 815-948-7591 Parsonage 309-658-2145

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

RUTLEDGE ELECTRIC 822 Main, Erie

Brethren In Christ Church 207 E. Knox Street, Morrison Pastor Craig Sipes - 815-772-4871 FaceBook live at 10 a.m. Sundays 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 815-772-2472 - www.ercmorrison.com Emmanuel Reformed Church 202 E. Morris St., Morrison, 815-772-3890 www.emmanuelreformedchurch. org Rev. Luke Schouten, Senior Pastor Rich Criss, Ministry Coordinator First Baptist Church 406 E. Maple Ave. Morrison Pastor Dick Adams - Phone 772-2696 First Presbyterian Church Rev. Michael Selburg - 815-772-3510 100 East Lincolnway, Morrison Facebook live services Sundays 10:15 a.m. YouTube Channel: First Presbyterian Church firstpresmorrison@gmail.com www.firstpresmorrison.org Kingdom Life Community Church 11429 Ward Road, Morrison, 815-772-4098 www.kingdomlife.global Pastor Stephen Harmon Morrison Christian Church 201 S. Genesee, Morrison Larry Kidwell, Minister - 970-488-9651 lkidwell51@gmail.com Google YouTube Larry Kidwell for sermons. Morrison United Methodist Church 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison Pastor Calvin Haines - 815-772-4030 St. Mary’s Catholic Church Rev. Slawomir Zimodro 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison 815-772-3095

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CHURCH LISTINGS

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

PORT BYRON Bethel Baptist 27308 108th Ave. N., Port Byron Church Phone: 309-523-3352 Pastor Lee Williams Church of the Cross United Methodist Church 22621 IL 2 and 92, Port Byron Pastor Angel Gomez Parish Office: 309-523-9101 Countryside Christian Church 3817 230th St. N., Port Byron Pastor Steve Allison Church Phone: 309-523-2834 Fairfield United Methodist Church 235th St. at 115th Ave. North, Port Byron Pastor Larry Misfeldt - 309-523-3767 Messiah Lutheran Church Port Byron - 309-523-2421 Peace Lutheran Church ELCA 20828 Friedens Road, Port Byron Interim Pastor: Nancy Jaster www.peacelutheranil.org - 309-523-2295 Port Byron Congregational Church 200 N. High Street, Port Byron Rev. Michael Rubino - 309-523-2318 Port Byron First United Methodist Church 9412 228th Street North Port Byron, IL 61275 Church Office Phone: 309-523-2396 Email: portbumc@frontiernet.net Jim Crozier, Pastor

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

PROPHETSTOWN Advent Christian Church 200 Elm St., Prophetstown 815-537-5646 - ptownac.org First Lutheran Church Pastor Chelsey Weech Office: 815-537-2758 www.firstlutheran-ptown.org Leon United Methodist Church 17173 Lomax Road, Prophetstown Pastor Jan Shaulis Prophetstown United Methodist Church 200 W. 2nd St., Prophetstown Pastor Joey Garcea - 815-537-2496 River Church 218 E. 3rd St., Prophetstown 815-876-6226 - www.riverchurchag.com St. Catherine Catholic Church of Prophetstown 815-537-2077

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

TAMPICO St. Mary Catholic Church 105 Benton St., Tampico Fr. Richard M. Russo, Pastor Phone 815-438-5425 Tampico Baptist Church 209 W. 3rd St., Tampico Pastor Ethan Horton Tampico First United Methodist Church Pastor Leanne Keate - 815-438-2530 Church phone - 815-438-6105

DENNIS ELECTRIC Tampico, Illinois

815-438-4402

Dykstra & Law Insurance Agency, Inc.

Brent Dykstra, Agent In River City Mall

1426 10th Avenue, Fulton

815-589-2200

Dave’s Goldsmith Shop

Dave and Betty Habben Diamond Setting - Remounts Jewelry Sales & Repair • Watch Batteries

309-659-7147 7750 Kelly Court, Erie, IL

Prophetstown-Lyndon Food Pantry open during pandemic The Prophetstown-Lyndon Food Pantry is open during the COVID-19 pandemic. The pantry is open every Tuesday morning from 9 to 11 a.m. It is also open the first Tuesday of the month from 5 to 6 p.m. The food pantry is at the American Legion Hall, 215 Washington St, Prophetstown. The food pantry provides support to those needing food in our communities. The pantry has received many generous donations from individuals, companies and organizations during the pandemic. The board would like to thank everyone who donated to the program in November and December. The generosity of the community during the holiday season is especially appreciated. The food pantry thanks the following organizations for their donations in November and December: Royal Neighbors of America Chapter 516, Loraine United Methodist Women Afternoon Circle, Farmers National Bank, New Beginnings Community Foundation, Prophetstown United Methodist Women, Prophetstown Lodge 293 and W.E.L.C.A. The food pantry received many do-

nations from individuals in November and December. The board thanks all the people who donated to the pantry during this time for their generosity: Beth Zuidema, Gene Summers, Douglas Earl, Joan and Michael Bryan, Joan McCowen, Jackie Roman, Arlyn and Rita Madsen, Douglas Jorgensen, Mary Francis, Rose and Garett Plumley, Janice Carlson, Kent and Lynn Gibson, Paul Sibley, Barry Morphew, Sharon James-Reedy, Lois Drummet, Eileen Detra, June Earl, Leola Woodworth, Clay Shaner, Janette Bush, Larry and Laura Griffiths. Allen Roder, Stuart and Rebecca Richter, Cindy Mayfield, Dell Hummel, Troy and Kim Purvis, Helen Waldbusser, James and Sherry Jensen, Alice Kaiser, David Lyon, Darrel and Diane Milsap, Glenda Sampson, Keith Crady, Thomas Roman, Joan Lavender and Marilyn Jones. The board also wishes to express gratitude for and acknowledgement of the donations of anonymous groups and individuals. The next meeting of the food pantry board is scheduled for 11 a.m. March 16 at the American Legion Hall.

CHURCH BRIEFS

Emmanuel Reformed free community meals

The free community Wednesday night drive-thru meals continue this Wednesday from 5:30 to 6 p.m. at Emmanuel Reformed Church in Morrison. This week’s menu will be ham and hashbrown casserole, peas and carrots and chocolate chip bars. Please enter the church parking lot from the north alley and remain in your cars. A runner will inquire as to how many meals you need, and meals will be brought directly to you. This Sunday’s 8:30 a.m. (masks MANDATORY) and 10 a.m. (masks recommended) worship services will have Pastor Luke Schouten continuing his Lenten message series, “Journey of the Stones,” with his message “Rejected Stones” drawn from Psalm 118 and Mark 12: 1-2. Crosswalk will lead the worship set. Ministry coordinator Rich Criss will be the organist for the service, providing the prelude, interlude and postlude. Please call to leave a message or text your name, which service, how many attending and contact number beginning Tuesday morning through 4 p.m. Saturday afternoons. The Emmanuel Reformed Church reservation line is 815-213-8715. Reservations are received on a first-come, first-served basis with a maximum of 100 in the sanctuary at one time. Please note the 8:30 a.m. service

is masks mandatory and the 10 a.m. service is masks recommended. More information is available on the church’s website, www.emmanuelreformedchurch.org, or by calling the church office at 815-772-3890.

First Reformed Church Sunday worship Worship begins at 9 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 28, at First Reformed Church, 510 - 15th Ave. in Fulton. Pastor Chuck Huckaby will preach from Matthew 17:1-23. Special music is a keyboard duet. We will practice social distancing, and masks are required. A women’s Bible study with Renee Huckaby on the book of Ephesians is at 9 a.m. Tuesdays at the church and 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Creative Crew meets at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24. Pastor Huckaby leads a Bible study on the Ten Commandments on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. both in person and on Zoom. Our services are livestreamed on Facebook. Go to www.facebook.com/groups/ firstfulton to join the group and see the services. The previous Sunday’s service is broadcast on WCCI, 100.3 FM, at 6 p.m. Sunday night. For more information, go to our website at www.firstrcafulton.org.

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

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, IN PROBATE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DIANNA M. REMOUR, DECEASED. No. 2021 P 11 NOTICE OF DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD Notice is given of the death of Dianna M. Remour. Letters of Administration were issued on February 2, 2021, to Boyd D. Remour II of 2910 Dawson Street, IA Muscatine, 52761 and Michalla M. Carr of 207 2nd Avenue South, Albany, IL 61230 as Independent Co-Executors. The Estate will be administered without Court Supervision unless under

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Section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a Petition to Terminate to the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County, 200 E. Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois, 61270, or with the Independent CoExecutors, or both, on or before August 16, 2021, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the Independent CoExecutors is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or

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Public Notice Notice is hereby given that a tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the Road District and Town of Garden Plain of the Garden Plain Township in the county of Whiteside, State of Illinois for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2021 and ending March 31, 2022 will be on file and available to public inspection by contacting LaVerne Sterenberg at the Garden Plain Township building. Notice is further given hereby that a public hearing on said Budget and Appropriation Ordinance will be held at 7:00 the 9th day of March 2021 at the Garden Plain Township Building and that the final hearing and action on the ordinance will be taken at a meeting held at the Garden Plain Township Building at 7:00 p.m. the 23rd day of March 2021. Notice is hereby given to the legal voters, residents of the Town of Garden Plain in the County of Whiteside and State of Illinois, that the Annual Town meeting of said Town will take place on Tuesday April 13th 2021 at the hour of 7:00 p.m. at the Garden Plain Township Building. Franklin Butt Feb 23, 2021

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delivered by the claimant to the Independent Co-Executors and their attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To efile, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit https://efile.illinois courts.gov/serviceproviders.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinois courts.gov/FAQ/ gethelp.asp or talk with your local circuit clerk's office. Lon M. Richey Attorney for said Estate 225 E Main Street, P.O. Box 128 Morrison, IL 61270 Phone: 815.772.4900 Email: lrichey@ richeylegal.com Feb. 16, 23, & March 2, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF STIRLING E. BOWERS, Deceased. NO: 2021 P 20 CLAIM NOTICE AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Notice is given to creditors of the death of Stirling E. Bowers. Letters of Office were issued on February 10, 2021, to Neil S. Bowers, 1120 Pepper Dr., No. 91, El Cajon, CA 92021, as Independent Executor, whose attorney of record is named below. NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS

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Notice is given to Unknown Heirs, who are heirs of the decedent in the above proceeding and whose name and/or address is not stated in the Petition for Letters of Testamentary, that an order was entered by the Court on February 10, 2021, granting Letters of Testamentary of the estate. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act (ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk's Office, Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois, or with the Independent Executor, or both, on or before the 23rd day of August, 2021, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the Independent Executor is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act (ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the Independent Executor and to the Independent Executor's attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file, you must first create an account

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with an e-filing service provider. Visit http://efile.illinois courts.gov/serviceproviders.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinois courts.gov/FAQ/ gethelp.asp. Neil S. Bowers Independent Executor for the Estate of Stirling E. Bowers, Deceased William R. Shirk Attorney for Independent Executor ARDC # 2589699 Law Office of William R. Shirk, P.C. 301 E. Main Street Morrison, IL 61270 Tel: 815 772-7231 Fax: 815 772-4599 Email: wrshirk@ wrshirklaw.com February 23, March 2, 9, 2021 In the Circuit Court of the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit Whiteside County, Illinois IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF SHIRLEY E. BOEHMER, DECEASED. No. 2021P10 CLAIM NOTICE AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS To: All Creditors and Unknown Heirs of Shirley E. Boehmer, deceased. Notice is given to creditors of the death of Shirley E. Boehmer. Letters of Office were issued on January 29, 2021 to Marlene Greve, as Independent Executor, whose attorney of record is shown below. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 284 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/284) any interested person

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LEGAL NOTICES 101 right 81 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/81) to contest the validity of the Will by filing a petition with the court within 6 months after admission of the Will to probate. E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit courts.gov/service providers.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinois courts.gov/FAQ/ gethelp.asp, or talk with your local Circuit Clerk's office. Marlene Greve, Independent Executor Robert J. McGee, P.C., Attorney for Executor 1226 N. 2nd St., Clinton IA 52732 (563)243-4796 rjmcgeelaw@ gmail.com Feb. 16, 23, March 2, 2021

ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on January 28, 2021, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Whiteside County, Illinois, setting forth the names and postoffice addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Back to Health Chiropractic & Wellness Center, located at 202 4th Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081. Dated this 28th day of January 2021.

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Dana Nelson County Clerk Feb. 9, 16, 23, 2021 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on February 3, 2021, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Whiteside Illinois, County, setting forth the names and postoffice addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Marketing By Moonlight, located at 16980 Holly Road, Morrison, IL 61270. Dated this 3rd day of February 2021. Dana Nelson County Clerk Feb. 9, 16, 23, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. JEANNE VANWINKLE; SARA E VANWINKLE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. NO. 20 CH 67 103 2ND STREET HILLSDALE, IL 61257 JUDGE PRESIDING JUDGE NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

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that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on January 11, 2021, will on 03/23/2021, in The Rock Island Justice Center, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201, at 09:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOTS 7, 8, AND 9, EXCEPTING THE NORTH 82 FEET THEREOF, IN BLOCK 3, IN THE TOWN OF HILLSDALE, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 06-29-300-011 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 103 2nd Street Hillsdale, IL 61257 Description of Improvements: Green vinyl siding, two story single home, family detached two car garage The Judgment amount was $99,701.96. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by funds, certified 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

Notice of Public Hearing on the Budget for Town Funds and Road and District Funds of Union Grove Township Notice is hereby given that a Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the purof Town pose Funds and Road and District Funds of Union Grove Township, in the County of Whiteside, for the fiscal year beginning

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. JEANNE VANWINKLE; SARA E VANWINKLE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. NO. 20 CH 67 103 2ND STREET HILLSDALE, IL 61257 JUDGE PRESIDING JUDGE NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE

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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 January 11, 2021, will on 03/23/2021, in The Rock Island Justice Center, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201, at 09:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 06-29-300-011 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 103 2nd Street Hillsdale, IL 61257 Description of Improvements: Green vinyl siding, two story single family home, detached two car garage The Judgment amount was $99,701.96. 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 plaintiff. 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 confirmation 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 (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: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosure sales.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) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 20-03942IL 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. I3163451 February 16, 23, 2021 March 2, 2021

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LEGAL NOTICES 101 y g g April 1, 2021 and ending March 31, 2022 will be on file after February 10, 2021 and is available for public inspection at 12991 Masters Dr, Morrison. Notice is further given that a public hearing on said Budget and Appropriation Ordinance and final action by the Board of Trustees will be held at 7:00 pm on Tuesday March 8, 2021 at the Township Building, Hillside and Prairie Center Road in Union Grove Township. Dave Mickley Township Clerk February 23, 2021

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