Whiteside-04-16-2024

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The Sibley family of Morrison took advantage of the sunshine Saturday, April 6, when they decided to go for a hike at Morrison Rockwood State Park. Alyssa walks their 9-month-old puppy Sammy, while Clay carries Clive, their 1-year-old son.

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LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS

Morrison Music Trivia Night is April 20

Morrison Music presents Trivia Night at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Ave.

There will be music, raffles and desserts. Cost is $10 per person for teams of six to eight.

To reserve your table, email anni.suman@ morrisonschools.org or erin.morris@ morrisonschools.org by April 18.

Flower Pots for Programs at Odell library

The Odell Public Library Friends announced their spring fundraiser, Flower Pots for Programs.

They are asking artistic community members to decorate a flower pot and return it to the library by Monday, April 22.

The 4-inch by 6-inch flower pots with saucers are available for pickup at the service desk for anyone over the age of 12.

The decorated pots will be on display at Odell beginning Tuesday, April 23. The community is invited to bid on the pots by way of a silent auction through Saturday,

Rotary Club to hand out new reusable bags to celebrate Earth Day

Morrison Rotarians will observe Earth Day on Saturday, April 20, at Sullivan’s Foods in Morrison. The club will be handing out 300 brand-new reusable bags from 8 to 11 a.m. or until the bags are gone.

Enthusiastic Rotarians also will take care of bagging your groceries. It’s a simple way to support sustainability and our community. Pictured are Rotarians Stan Steines (left), Ellen Smith and Everett Pannier showing off the reusable bags.

Kiwanis Club donates

$500 to April House

Morrison Kiwanis Club President Steve Davis presents a check for $500 to Lisa Zacharski of April House Children’s Advocacy Center to help support children in Whiteside County. April House’s mission is to provide healing and justice for children who have endured physical abuse, sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, child sexual abuse materials, neglect and exposure to violence in a child-focused, trauma-informed environment.

The Kiwanis Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at Odell Public Library. Everyone is invited to attend.

May 4. Winning bidders will be notified May 6 and may pick up their pots by May 11 – just in time for Mother’s Day. All proceeds go toward future children’s programs.

Paint and Praise Fundraiser at Odell library

Simply Inspired by Brenda will host a Paint and Praise Fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday, April 27, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison St. in Morrison.

We will be painting an abstract design and adding our prayers and inspirational quotes on top. Come early to see the stencils provided for your use.

Cost is $45 and includes brunch. A portion of the proceeds go to support the CRAVE Kids Youth Group camp scholarship fund. To sign up, go to simplyinspiredbybrenda. com.

Take Me Out to the Ballgame

Trivia Night is April 27

Step up to the plate with Morrison Schools Foundation for a Take Me Out to the Ballgame Trivia Night on Saturday, April 27,

at Brick Block Pub, 105 W. Main St. in Morrison.

Doors open at 6 p.m. with trivia starting at 7 p.m. Cost is $150 per team with six to eight per team.

Come dressed as your favorite athlete or sports team and win a prize for best dressed. Not good with baseball trivia? No worries. Only one question per round involves baseball.

Space is limited, so sign up today!

American Legion Post 328 holds election of officers

The annual election of officers was held during the April meeting of American Legion Post 328 in Morrison.

Results are as follows:

Larry Zuidema, commander; Dennis VanZuiden, senior vice commander; Bill Brackemyer, junior vice commander; Korey Ziegler, adjutant; Jerry Brearton, finance officer and sergeant-at-arms; Ken Brainerd, service officer; and Garry Seaman, chaplain. For more information, go to www. morrisonamericanlegion.org.

Photo provided by Morrison Rotary

Photo provided by Morrison Kiwanis Club

State police arrest 5 men on human trafficking charges

MOLINE – The Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Trafficking Enforcement Bureau arrested five individuals during a two-day human trafficking enforcement operation in the Moline area April 3 and 4.

The operation was focused on identifying individuals seeking to engage in commercial sex acts, ISP officials said in a news release.

As a result of the operation, each of the following individuals were arrested and charged with indecent solicitation of a child (Class 3 felony) and traveling to meet a child (Class 3 felony): Rajeshwar Akku, 24, of Moline; Adam C. Curry, 43, of Sherrard; Timothy L. Danielson, 45, of Geneseo; Andy M. Hersh-

berger, 33, of Roseville; and Santeeno E. Nickerson, 38, of Moline.

The operation was part of a multifaceted approach by ISP aimed at stopping human trafficking in Illinois. Participating in the operation with ISP were the Quad Cities MEG, Moline Police Department, Joliet Metro Area Narcotics, Blackhawk Area Task Force and North Central Narcotics Task Force.

The Rock Island County State’s Attorney’s Office provided support for the operation.

The Blackhawk Area Task Force includes the Illinois counties of Whiteside, Henry, Stark, Carroll and Lee and Clinton County in Iowa.

“Human trafficking is the use of force, fraud or coercion to compel a person into commercial sex acts, labor or

services against their will. ISP continues its multifaceted approach toward protecting those most vulnerable with its ongoing statewide human trafficking enforcement operations. The signs of human trafficking can be subtle. To learn more, please visit Recognizing the Signs | National Human Trafficking Hotline,” the release said.

If you suspect human trafficking, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text *233733.

For more information, visit www. humantraffickinghotline.org or email ISP.CrimeTips@illinois.gov.

Sterling felon charged with trying to sell meth to deputies

Keane, who threatened to kill middle-schoolers, also has past and pending weapons charges

By KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@shawmedia.com

DIXON – A Sterling man with a pending felony weapons case who was convicted less than a year ago of threatening over social media to kill two Reagan Middle School students was arrested April 5, this time accused of trying to sell meth to two Lee County deputies.

Blake A. Keane, 21, and an unidentified 15-year-old Morrison juvenile were arrested about 9 p.m. at the Magnuson Hotel, 443 state Route 2, according to a news release.

Keane is charged with meth delivery, which is punishable by three to seven years in prison, possession of fewer than five grams of meth and possession of marijuana with intent to deliver, both of which carry two to five years, and possession of 30 to 100

POLICE/FIRE REPORTS

Fulton police

April 10

A juvenile driver was cited for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident in the 1200 block of 14th Avenue.

Claudia N. McElya of Fulton was cited for failure to secure a passenger in the 1200 block of 14th Avenue. She was released with a nonmandatory court appearance.

grams of marijuana, a misdemeanor.

The boy, whom authorities will not identify because of his age, is charged with meth delivery and possession of fewer than five grams of meth.

Keane, who already is on pretrial release with a GPS monitor in a pending Whiteside County case in which he is charged with being a felon in possession of a weapon and misdemeanor possession of ammunition without a Firearm Owner’s Identification card, was released with a court date.

The boy was released to his parents. Keane was arrested Feb. 8 on the weapons charge during a traffic stop in Rock Falls targeting a 17-year-old accused of shooting a woman in the leg, an incident to which investigators said Keane has no connection. He faces three to seven years on the felony.

He has a pretrial hearing May 22.

He was convicted July 20, 2023, in Lee County Court and sentenced to 2½ years of probation, but allowed condi-

Morrison police

April 7

Justin Irvine, 29, Erie, speeding citation

April 11

James Thulen, 25, Morrison, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident

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tional discharge, for threatening the Dixon middle-schoolers.

Keane pleaded guilty to harassment through electronic communication, which could have brought him one to four years in prison. As part of a plea agreement, one count of misdemeanor disorderly conduct was dismissed.

A petition to revoke his probation was filed the day before his arrest on the meth-dealing charges because of the weapons charges that stemmed from the traffic stop. He has a hearing May 9 on the petition.

Keane threatened the students on Aug. 25, 2022, prompting a lockout of Reagan and Madison Elementary schools that afternoon. The threats were not random, the prosecution said.

Keane also was charged Sept. 26, 2022, in Bureau County Court with possession of ammunition without a Firearm Owner’s Identification card. He pleaded guilty July 26, 2023, to the misdemeanor and was fined $614. He failed to pay or to appear in court to explain the failure, so $184.20 was added to his tab and on Oct. 18 he was sent to a collections agency.

In other weapons-related cases,

RCFPD March fire report

Volunteers with the Rapids City Fire Protection District responded to 28 calls for assistance in March.

A breakdown of those calls for assistance:

Village of Rapids City – One EMS call

Village of Port Byron – Four EMS calls, one cooking fire.

Keane was sentenced Nov. 10, 2022, in Whiteside County to 1½ years in prison for aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.

He was charged March 2, 2021, in that case with two counts of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, which also is punishable by one to four years, and two counts of possession of ammunition without a FOID card and possession of marijuana by a driver, both misdemeanors. Those charges were dropped as part of a plea agreement.

According to court records, that March 1, Keane – who previously was adjudicated a delinquent minor for an act that, had he been an adult, would have been a felony – had in his possession a Glock pistol and ammunition.

He also has a misdemeanor weapons conviction in Lee County, where he was charged July 19, 2021, with bringing brass knuckles to the 2021 Petunia Festival. He pleaded guilty May 6, 2022, and was fined $549, court records show. The bond he posted in that case was used to pay the fine.

There was no evidence the two Lee County cases were related, Lee County Assistant State’s Attorney Brian Brim said at the time.

Fire Protection District (Rural) – Twelve EMS calls, 1 brush fire, 1 CO alarm and one river rescue.

Automatic aid was given to Hillsdale Fire Protection District for four brush fires, one transformer fire and one fire alarm.

Mutual aid was given to Cordova Fire Department for one shed fire.

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ROBERT J. SCHICK

Born: April 27, 1939 in Gridley, KS

Died: April 10, 2024 in Metamora, IL

Robert J. “Bob” Schick, 84, of Metamora, IL, passed away at 2:20 pm on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at his residence at Snyder Village Health Center in Metamora, IL.

He was born on April 27, 1939, in Gridley, KS, to John and Matilda “Tillie” (Huber) Schick. He married Marilyn Sue Adams on May 4, 1963 in Kendallville, IN.

MARY K. PAXTON

Born: July 25, 1948 in Morrison, Illinois

Died: April 11, 2024 in Erie, Illinois

Mary K. Paxton, 75, of Erie, IL, died Thursday, April 11, 2024 at her home. Visitation will be from 11am –2pm followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at Gibson – Bode Funeral Home, Erie. Private burial will be in the Erie Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the family.

Mary was born July 25, 1948 in Morrison, IL, the daughter of George and Catherine (Beecher) McMullen. She married William “Bill” E. Paxton, Jr. at the Erie United Methodist Church on May 19, 1972. He preceded her in death in 1994.

Mary worked as a CNA for 26 years at Winning Wheels and then Good Samaritan

LORI TEMPLE-LACY

Born: April 18, 1955 in Geneseo, Illinois

Died: April 8, 2024 in Rockford, Illinois

Lori J. Temple-Lacy, 68, of Erie, IL, went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, April 8, 2024 at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Rockford, IL. Services were held at 1:00 pm Friday, April 12, 2024 at the Erie United Methodist Church, Wesleyan Hall. Visitation was held from 4-7 pm Thursday at the Wesleyan Hall. Burial will be in Bethesda Cemetery, Hillsdale, IL. In lieu of memorials, please send flowers.

Lori was born August 18, 1955 in Geneseo, IL, the daughter of Don and Dorothy (Egert) Keag. She graduated from Erie High School in 1974 and went on to receive her Bachelor’s degree in business administration. Lori was first married to James Temple to whom her son was born. He preceded her in death in

Surviving are his wife, Marilyn of Metamora; daughter, Diane (Thomas) Pressley of Wheaton, IL; son, David (Deanna) Schick of Metamora; grandchildren, Andrew Pressley, Mark Viggers, Daniel Viggers, and Cinthia (Cody) Wabel; great-granddaughters, Ruby Wabel and Violet Wabel; nephews, Thomas Doidge and Stephen (Colleen) Doidge; and niece, Monica (Larry) Oakes. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Margaret Doidge.

Bob was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving in 1961 until 1963. He graduated as valedictorian from Smithland High School in Smithland, Iowa, a Bachelor’s Degree from Iowa State University in Industrial Engineering, and an MBA Degree from Oklahoma City University. He was an industrial engineer for General

in Prophetstown. She later went to work at Shaw’s Marketplace in Prophetstown, retiring in 2023.

Mary had a great sense of humor and enjoyed conversing with others. She loved her job at the grocery store because she got to see so many people. She loved nature and butterflies and enjoyed watching the hummingbirds, squirrels and other wildlife. Mary also was an avid reader.

She is survived by her daughters, Kelly Paxton (Jake Lathrop), Clinton, IA, Tammy (Justin) Sullivan, Erie; sister, JoAnne McMullen, Sandwich, IL; grandchildren, Faith Kendan, Hope Luedtke, Austin and Zachary Sullivan, Karen Ann Meier, and Christian Carder; and one great granddaughter, Evelynn Meier, and another one on the way. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bill; daughter, Shelly Carder; brother, Claire McMullen; and sisters, Nancy Shambaugh and Helen Shepard. Share a memory or condolence at www.gibsonbodefh.com

1976 as the result of an automobile accident. In 1986 she met Joel Lacy and they were married in Erie on February 29, 1992. Lori began working as a bookkeeper for Jim DeCap and later for Warkins Farms. She eventually pursued her dream of opening her own flower shop. She owned and operated Lacy’s Amazing Vase in Prophetstown and Erie, retiring in 2017.

Lori loved the Lord and lived her life serving him. She had a heart of gold and was there to help others. Lori was a beautiful floral designer and made magnificent arrangements. She also held a special place in her heart for animals. Lori was an excellent cook and is especially remembered for her soups.

She is survived by her husband, Joel Lacy, Erie; son, Don Temple, Erie, brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Teresa Keag, Erie; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friends, Jeri Misfeldt, Rhonda Young, Kris McCarter, and Susan Majeski. In addition to her first husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, Don Keag and Dorothy Heinsen and step-father, Ray Heinsen.

Electric from 1961 until his retirement in 1995. Bob worked at R.C. Smith Limo and H&R Block after retiring. He volunteered at Morrison United Methodist Church and held various officer positions. He helped with the food pantry. He was a blood donor from 1964 until 2005. Bob was a life member and past master with Dunlap Masonic Lodge 321 joining in 1960, a member of Kiwanis and also the Lion’s Club. Bob was a lifetime member of the United Methodist Church and current member of Willow Hill United Methodist Church in Germantown Hills. He had traveled to all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and twenty-three countries. He enjoyed spending summers at Sylvan Lake in Rome City, IN. He loved math and helped tutor his children. He also enjoyed comput-

LEON “LEE” C. ALBRECHT

Born: April 6, 1944 in Moline, Illinois

Died: April 10, 2024 in Port Byron, Illinois

Leon “Lee” C. Albrecht, 80, of Port Byron, IL, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Services were held at 10:00 am Monday, April 15, 2024, at Gibson-Bode Funeral Home, Port Byron. Visitation was from 2-5 pm Sunday at the funeral home. Private burial took place in Cordova Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Riverdale Education Foundation for the Albrecht Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Lee was born April 6, 1944 in Moline, IL, the son of Cyril and Madeline (Heideman) Albrecht. Lee grew up in Rapids City, IL, and graduated from Riverdale High School in 1962. He married Linda Unger on March 28, 1964 in Rapids City.

Lee became a wood Pattern Maker for the John Deere Foundry and then became the Supervisor in that department for many years. Lee eventually transferred to a new position as a Casting Engineer, and retired from John Deere in 1992. He then went to work for Voss Pattern in Davenport where he managed the operation for seven years.

PROPHETSTOWN LIBRARY NEWS

Tiny T’s story hour on caterpillars set for May 6

The Henry C. Adams Memorial Library holds a toddler story hour on the first Monday of each month. Tiny T’s hour will have stories and crafts for the younger ones between the ages of 2 and 5 years old.

ers and being involved with his children’s and grandchildren’s activities.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Willow Hill United Methodist Church with Pastor Nicole Cox officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to his service on Saturday at the church. Burial of Ashes will be held at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison, IL at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Metamora Food Pantry, 122 West Mt. Vernon Street, Metamora, IL 61548 or the Snyder Village Residents in Need Fund, 1200 East Partridge Street, Metamora, IL 61548. Online condolences at www.masonfuneralhomes.com.

Upon his retirement from Voss he worked part time for the Riverdale School District, mowing and maintaining equipment. In his earlier years, Lee was heavily involved with his boys, Tony and Tim, as a Boy Scout leader and Scoutmaster, coaching their youth sports teams and serving as the Riverdale Basketball Booster Club President. Lee was a community contributor, serving as a 20 year board member of the Rapids City Fire Protection District serving as both Treasurer and President. Lee was proud of their home that he designed and built and loved working in the yard and maintaining their three acres with Linda. He was a fishing and hunting enthusiast. He also enjoyed competing in bass fishing tournaments, and fished in many of them with his son Tim. Some of Lee’s greatest joys came from family trips to Wisconsin each Summer. Family was always his greatest love. He and Linda rarely missed a sporting event for their grandchildren. Later in life, Lee enjoyed using his talents to help friends and neighbors with projects or needs. He became known for frying fish they had caught and delivering a meal to elderly friends in the area.

He is survived by his wife Linda; son, Tim Albrecht, Rapids City, IL; grandchildren, Carson and Molly Albrecht; sisters, Jean McLaughlin, Davenport, Joyce Powell, Indiana, and Christie Ohl, Davenport. He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Anthony “Tony” Albrecht. Share a memory or condolence at www.gibsonbodefh.com

The next session will begin at 10 a.m. Monday, May 6, where we will read about caterpillars and their journey into a butterfly.

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

‘An Explosion of Color’ program at Morrison’s Heritage Museum

“An Explosion of Color” by accomplished photographer

Steve Siefken will be the program at Morrison’s Heritage Museum on Sunday, April 28. Doors open at 1 p.m. for previewing and the program begins promptly at 1:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served after the program.

OBITUARIES

RONALD L. HOGUE

Born: May 1, 1942 in Danville, KY

Died: April 9, 2024 in Rockford, IL

There is no fee to attend.

Siefken’s subject matter is skillful and diverse, whether it is calendars and note cards, graduations, weddings, family photos, local events or up-close nature.

“Wings, petals and tails is a collection of around 60 vibrant photos taken within the past four years, most of them recently,”

RONALD L. HOGUE, 81, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Javon Bea Hospital in Rockford, IL.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Mississippi River Distilling Company Celebration Center, 229 N Cody Road, Le Claire, IA. Cremation rites have been accorded. The Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. A memorial has been established.

Ronald was born May 1, 1942, in Danville, KY, to Maurice E. and Dorothy (Burke) Hogue. He was educated in the Morrison schools and was a graduate of Morrison High School. He married Joyce E. Wieneke, on March 25, 1961, at the Presbyterian Church in Morrison.

EUGENE C. “GENE” SCUDDER

Born: December 14, 1939 in Morrison, IL

Died: April 14, 2024 in Sterling, IL

EUGENE C. “GENE” SCUDDER, 84, of Morrison, IL, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling, IL.

His funeral service will be at 3:00 PM Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, officiated by Mr. Ken Renkes. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until the time of the service. Interment will be at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison. A memorial has been established to Rock River Hospice & Home.

Gene was born December 14, 1939, in Morrison, to Clair Scudder, Jr. and Dorothy (Williams) Scudder. He graduated from Morrison High School in 1958 and was one of the first graduating classes of the Morrison Institute of Technology. At that time the school was just forming and classes were held in a private home in Whiteside County. On November 7, 1958 he married June Eliza-

Siefken said. “They have not been shown at previous programs.”

Visitors will be encouraged to interact with the colorful, matted or framed subjects.

The museum is located at 202 E. Lincolnway, with easy access from the ramp behind the building.

Ronald was a design engineer for 38 years at General Electric in Morrison, until his retirement. He was a member of the Morrison Country Club and was a car enthusiast. But above all else, Ronald cherished time spent with his family.

Survivors include his wife, Joyce; one daughter, Jennifer Hogue of Colona, IL; one son, John (Terri) Hogue of Port Byron, IL; four grandchildren, Adam (Alicia) Friedrich, Kristin (Jeremiah) Moore, Alex (Sydnee) Hogue and Austin (Rachel Hess) Hogue; one brother, Barry (Joyce Ann) Hogue of Santa Rosa Beach, FL; four brothers-in-law, Robert (Diane) Wieneke, Richard (Andrea) Wieneke, Gary (Fran) Wieneke and Terry (LuAnn) Wieneke; one sister-in-law, Carol Wieneke.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Donald in infancy; parents-inlaw, Joe and Millie Wieneke; one brother-inlaw, Al Wieneke.

To send online condolences go to www. bosmarenkes.com

beth Edwards in Morrison. She passed away on January 12, 2023. Gene, like the rest of his family, first worked for Volkmann’s Furniture in Morrison. He then worked at a fertilizer plant before going to General Electric in Morrison, working there for 35 years until retirement. He was a member of the Snowbirds Snowmobile Club, and enjoyed bowling and softball, belonging to several leagues. Gene also enjoyed a round of golf with his work colleagues. When his children were young Gene coached Little League Baseball. He enjoyed outdoor activities - camping, boating, fishing and mushroom hunting – and he also did taxidermy for a short time. After retirement Gene and his wife June enjoyed traveling to Texas for the winter. He was always behind the camera, filming all the family events.

Survivors include one daughter, Terri Jo Starr of Morrison; two sons, Roger (Cathy) Scudder of Morrison and Tim (Tina) Scudder of Dixon, IL; nine grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, June; one grandson in infancy, Jeremy Lee Starr; three sisters, Joyce Blair, Dorothy Tiesman and Judy Hook; one brother, Ray Scudder.

To send online condolences go to www. bosmarenkes.com

This butterfly is part of photographer

Steve Siefken’s wings, petals and tail collection.

Fulton Dutch Days parade will feature past grand marshals

FULTON – Dutch Days organizers are planning to honor all living parade grand marshals at this year’s festival, set for May 3-5.

Invitations have been sent to living grand marshals to join in the 50th anniversary of the annual Dutch Days festival, said Barb Mask, a member of the Dutch Days Committee. The invitation is to ride in the 3 p.m. parade Saturday, May, 4, on the former grand marshal float. They also will be recognized at the community church service at 6 p.m. May 5 at Bethel Reformed Church.

The grand marshal honor began in 1978 – 46 years ago – with Nellie Shipma, age 99. She was Fulton’s oldest living immigrant. An honorary key to the city of Fulton is given to each grand marshal. There are 62 former recipients and 22 living honorees.

Those selected must be a longtime resident of Fulton; be involved in church, school and/or community service in meaningful ways; and cannot be a current Dutch Days Committee member.

The 2024 grand marshals are Joy and Tom Van Zuiden, who will ride in a convertible near the beginning of the parade. Other past grand marshals invited to the parade and the

year of their selection, are:

• 1994: Alice Sikkema

• 1996: Marge Bos

• 1999: Helen and Harold Smith

• 2000: Gaile and Bill Brinkman (Bill deceased)

• 2005: Ron Koehn

• 2006: Carol Kolk

• 2007: Dr. Stephen Harrison

• 2008: Sue and Delb Housenga (Delb deceased)

• 2009: Dr. Bill and Jean Wilkin

• 2012: Neal Luker

• 2013: Barb Suehl Frantz

• 2014: Trudy and Bob Feldt (Bob deceased)

• 2015: Jean Roeder

• 2016: Judy Holesinger

• 2017: Marge Bielema (was invited but died April 9).

• 2018: Linda and Larry Russell

• 2019: Jeanine and Terry Tufty (Terry deceased)

• 2022: Betty and Harlan Wiebenga

• 2023: Charles T. Dykstra

The Dutch Days Committee reviews nominee names in February. Any community member may suggest a nominee to a Dutch Days Committee member. The Dutch Days Committee then reviews nominees and votes in March. The grand marshal is announced in April.

Photo provided by Steve Siefken

Photo provided by Barb Mask Joy and Tom Van Zuiden are the grand marshals of the 2024 Dutch Days parade in Fulton. They are pictured with Barb Mask (left) of the Dutch Days Committee.

CGH Health Foundation announces leadership change

selected to lead the foundation forward in this new era.”

STERLING – After a 32-year career as executive director of the CGH Health Foundation, Joan Hermes will be retiring in June. Assuming the leadership role will be longtime foundation staff member Amanda Blaine.

“Amanda has worked side by side with me for 18 years in raising funds for health initiatives that have served thousands of people each year,” Hermes said. “I am delighted that she was

Most recently, Blaine has served as a development officer, handling contributions and donor outreach, managing special events and the campaign fundraising teams, overseeing the volunteer corps and creating marketing materials.

“My experience and love for our

programs will ensure continued growth for the foundation,” Blaine said. “I am honored to be chosen to carry on the success that Joan has already established. I look forward to strengthening old and building new relationships with the people in the Sauk Valley.”

The foundation has grown from

raising $7,000 in the inaugural appeal in 1990 to receiving gifts of almost $580,000 in the last campaign, according to a news release. Sixteen programs currently are funded.

Known for bridging gaps in health care for the past 37 years, the foundation board, staff and donors have created, managed and funded more than 30 major projects. During that time, more than 1.3 million “touches” have taken place for children and adults through education, programs and services for the underserved, as well as scholarships.

Timber Lake Playhouse announces dog auditions May 11

MOUNT CARROLL – Calling all dogs! Does your dog have what it takes to be a star of the stage? Then you’re going to want to come out for the Timber Lake Playhouse dog auditions for “The Wizard of Oz” at 4 p.m Saturday, May 11. Bring your dog to the theater and see if your dog has what it takes to be a star on the TLP stage.

In the L. Frank Baum books, Toto is described as “a little black dog, with long silky hair and small black eyes

that twinkled merrily on either side of his funny, wee nose.” In the movie, he is a small black and gray Terrier. The audition is open to all dogs. Prospective candidates should exhibit an energetic and expressive demeanor. Get your furry friend ready to leap into the spotlight at Timber Lake Playhouse – it’s their time to shine on stage!

Dog auditions will be at the theatre at 8215 Black Oak Road, Mount Carroll. Call the box office at 815-244-2035 or

email your name and the name of your dog to info@timberlakeplayhouse.org to schedule an appointment.

TLP also is looking for Munchkins.

If your child is shorter than 5 feet tall and would like to be on stage, call the box office at 815-244-2035 or email your name, your child’s name, your email and phone number to info@timberlakeplayhouse.org. You will be contacted with information about the production.

Rehearsals for “The Wizard of Oz”

begin June 29 with performances from July 11 through July 28. Toto won’t be called for every rehearsal, but must be available for every performance. Owners will be expected to attend rehearsals and performances.

More information for dog auditions can be found on the Timber Lake website at www.timberlakeplayhouse.org or by calling the box office at 815-2442035 Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Joan Hermes retiring after 32 years as executive director

Joan Hermes

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Erie-Prophetstown FCA Trivia

Night set for April 20

The Erie-Prophetstown Fellowship of Christian Athletes invites the public to put on their thinking caps and join them for Trivia Night on Saturday, April 20. Doors open at 6 p.m. and trivia begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Erie High School Commons located at 435 Sixth Ave.

Cost is $80 per table up to eight players, $10 double downs and Mulligans 10 for $10. Silent auction items also will be available to bid on.

You are welcome to bring snacks and drinks (nonalcoholic only) for your table. Bottled water and sports drinks will be available for a donation.

Proceeds will help kids attend the FCA Sport Camp.

Registration open for Prophetstown garage sales

Prophetstown Proud will be hosting the 2024 Spring City-Wide Garage Sales the weekend of May 3-5.

Registration is open. For a small fee, your information will be included on the garage sale map with the location of each sale clearly marked. The

Tax-Aide volunteers from District 6 have been recognized for their many years of service to the AARP free Tax-Aide program, including (from left) Joyce Frankfother, 35 years as counselor and trainer; Karen Berg, District 6 coordinator and counselor; Mary Ann Hutchison, 25 years as counselor in Carroll County; Jim Boesen, 25 years as counselor; Ellen Pullman Dicken, AARP Tax-Aide state coordinator; Marilyn Neuman, AARP Tax-Aide assistant state coordinator; and Dan Frankfother, 33 years as counselor and trainer. District 6 covers Lee, Ogle, Whiteside and Carroll counties. The Tax-Aide management team visited a district site in Morrison last week to meet these experienced volunteers. Tax-Aide is sponsored by the AARP Foundation, the IRS and local senior centers.

maps are made available at local businesses for easy access to those interested.

Sellers can get registered at ProphetstownProud.com from now until Friday, April 26. If you would like to pay in person, please register at Hanford Insurance, 312 Washington St., during regular business hours.

Photo provided by Mary Ann Hutchison

1974: Voters approve plans to convert library from city to district

60 Years

April 15, 1964

Representatives of two Fulton churches, Rev. Cornelius Hoekstra and Albert VanVuren of the First Reformed Church and Harry Kolk and Rev. Jack Van Heest of Second Reformed Church, and President Henry Kiefer and Vice President Paul Sterenberg of Fulton State Bank handed checks to finance Chairman Maurice Wiersema of Harbor Crest Home. First Reformed Church donated $3,000 to the campaign, Second Reformed Church donated $5,000 and Fulton State Bank donated $3,000.

Paul Sterenberg was elected to the Board of Education of the Fulton Junior High and Grade School District by write-in vote in last Saturday’s election. Also elected were Stanley Bielema, a new board member, and James Jones, reelected to another three-year term.

50 Years

April 17, 1974

Fulton voters overwhelmingly approved plans for converting the library from a city to a district library in a special election. A total of 230 voters marked their ballots “for” the proposal while only 24 voted against it. This merely makes it simpler for additional areas to be served by the library if residents ask that their areas be

YOUR HEALTH

annexed to the library district.

One of Fulton’s oldest establishments, The Martin Hotel, is under new management and ownership. Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Spears purchased the hotel from Kenneth Matthew and have moved to the three-bedroom apartment on the main floor. Mrs. Spears said they have plans to completely redecorate the entire three-story structure with fresh paint and new carpeting.

40 Years

April 18, 1984

Mrs. Raymond Brondyke was presented an Accent on Excellence award in recognition of her many years of outstanding service as a teacher in the Fulton schools. River Bend School District board member James Dannels presented the award.

The title of honorary emergency medical technician was conferred on Mrs. James Bosma (Angie) in a ceremony at the Fulton fire station. Bosma, not a certified EMT, has provided essential support services that make the lifesaving work of EMTs possible, according to a statement issued by the board of directors of the River Bend Ambulance Association. Since 1978, Bosma has answered the radio, done laundry, dispatched ambulances, done some bookwork and met with users of the service who call at the base.

30 Years

April 13, 1994

Members of the Fulton Chamber of Commerce will be selling tickets for their annual fundraiser on Saturday. The fundraiser is called Nest Egg because the winner will receive $5,000 to use as see fit. Another 20 winners will win their money back. The Chamber board of directors voted to award the contract for a special rubber coating for the tennis courts. Profits from the raffle will be used to pay for the coating. The directors did not want to delay the installation of the coating and striping of the courts any longer so they can be used as soon as possible.

Barb Suehl, broker/agent at River City Realty in Fulton, was awarded four Certificates of Award for achievements. Suehl was awarded a first-place certificate for the highest units sold as an agent and the River City Realty firm received second place for units sold. The Suehl Agency received third place for the highest dollar volume for the broker company and Suehl received third place in the dollar volume as an agent.

20 Years

April 14, 2004

Brent VanZuiden, who is serving in the U.S. Army Reserves, has been promoted to sergeant with Charlie Com-

pany of the 389th Engineering Unity out of Muscatine, Iowa. He has been stationed in or near Baghdad, Iraq, since mid-May 2003 and will be stationed there until the end of May 2004 if everything goes as planned.

Sgt. Tom Hochbaum and firefighter Kris Christ were given an award by Mayor Howard VanZuiden at the Fulton City Council meeting for their bravery during a fire that occurred March 9 in Fulton. Together, the two men saved the lives of two individuals who were trapped in an apartment.

10 Years

April 16, 2014

Fulton Post 402 Commander Bill Blecha presented Post Chaplain Gene Field an award acknowledging his 60 years of continuous service in the American Legion. Field joined the Legion after serving the country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War.

Jon and Vickie Lockhart donated $2,000 to Heritage Canyon to cover the remainder of the funds needed for the six-passenger golf cart. The old cart that used to get people in and out of the canyon is worn out. The Early American Crafters and others did a great job helping to raise the first $3,500, but $5,500 was needed. Thanks to the Lockharts, Brian Tomman, caretaker of the canyon, said they now have all the funds needed.

Risk factors and diagnosis of ovarian cancer are discussed

By STEPHEN D. HARRISON, M.D.

Ovarian cancer occurs in only a very small percentage of women, yet it is the fifth cause of cancer-related deaths in women behind lung, breast, colon and pancreatic cancers. The rate of ovarian cancers remains unchanged over several years, largely because screening tools have not proved effective for this condition. Most cases of ovarian cancer occur in women older than 50. A small percentage occurs at an earlier age and usually has a more favorable prognosis. Risk factors include a family history

LOCAL NEWS BRIEF

Make plans to attend the Sauk Valley Home Show

If you are planning a home remodeling project or just want new ideas to spruce up your home or garden, make plans to attend the Sauk Valley Home Show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Northland Mall in Sterling. The show is

and some related genetic syndromes such as the BRCA-1 or BRCA-2. Other increased risks include delaying childbearing, early onset of menses, late menopause, endometriosis, estrogen replacement therapy for more than five years and a high fat diet. Things that may decrease the risk include breastfeeding for 18 months or more, early menopause, multiple pregnancies and oral contraceptive use. Interestingly, tubal ligation and hysterectomy, even without the ovaries removed, does reduce one’s risk.

The diagnosis is often delayed

free to the public.

The show will feature multiple vendors displaying products and services for anything from interior and exterior remodeling and construction to building materials and much more.

“There is a wealth of home improvement specialists in and around this

because of nonspecific symptoms. These include abdominal fullness or bloating, back pain, constipation, diarrhea, early fullness, fatigue, nausea, pelvic pain and urinary symptoms. The physical examination is sometimes unrevealing although it may include abdominal masses or lymph gland enlargement.

Evaluation studies may include the general metabolic studies and the more specific study known as the serum CA-125. While there are some reports out that say this is a good screen for ovarian cancer, such is not the case.

First, there are many states that may

market. The Sauk Valley Home Show is a great opportunity for them to showcase their products or services to the community,” said Kelly Null from Sauk Valley Media. “We are so happy to have such a variety of vendors at the show. It is an event where individuals interested in improving their homes will have the

be associated with an increased CA-125 level including pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, menses and even pregnancy. Ascites or fluid in the stomach and other cancers also may alter the CA-125 levels. A transvaginal doppler ultrasound may be employed if there is suspicion. It should be noted that both the ultrasound and CA-125 measurement may detect ovarian cancer in an earlier stage in high-risk women, but they are not effective in detecting ovarian cancer early enough to improve the clinical outcome.

opportunity to talk with multiple home improvement specialists all under one roof.”

One Sauk Valley Home Show attendee will win $100 to spend at a vendor of their choice.

For more information, call 815-632-2566 or email marketing@saukvalley.com.

Sinnissippi Centers gives guidance during Alcohol Awareness Month in April 9

DIXON – During April, which is Alcohol Awareness Month, Sinnissippi Centers is providing information about the dangers of alcohol and how to get help if needed.

Most adults in the U.S. who consume alcohol drink moderately and without complications, according to a news release from Sinnissippi.

At the same time, alcohol-related problems are among the most significant public health issues in the country.

Alcohol use disorder affects about 15 million adults in the U.S. and an estimated 88,000 people die from alcohol-related causes annually, making alcohol the third-leading preventable cause of death in the nation, according to the release.

Adults 21 and older who do not have a substance use disorder or who are at low risk for a substance use disorder and who consume alcohol usually can drink moderately (one to two

servings of alcohol per day) without complications.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it is healthier for individuals who do not consume alcohol to continue to avoid consumption entirely.

However, aside from the risk of a substance use disorder, alcohol consumption is a risk factor for vehicle accidents, some cancers, becoming a victim of violence or assault and other negative consequences. Risk factors often increase with the amount of alcohol consumed.

Some key points:

• 15 million adults in the U.S. have been diagnosed with an alcohol use disorder.

• Someone has an alcohol use disorder if they use alcohol to the point where it interferes in their normal life and they continue to drink despite those consequences.

• 141,000 Americans die from the

PROPERTY TRANSFERS FOR WHITESIDE COUNTY

Filed March 29-April 5

Warranty deeds

John Edward Schleuning and Anne L. Balk to Brandon M. Bush, 15340 Ebson Road, Fulton, $95,000.

Gary L. Handel to Ryan Eissens Construction Inc., one parcel on Third Avenue, Fulton, $20,000.

Charlie Davis and Pat Phillips to Larissa Blum, 902 W. Fifth St., Sterling, $78,000.

Heather A. Bledsoe, Mary E. Swain and Martha A. Moulton Trust to Got Realty LLC, 402 W. Main St., Morrison, $0.

Brian J. and Victoria Constantine to Gallardo Construction Co., 7630 Ridge Road, Rock Falls, $252,000.

Barrick J. and Alison M. Tormohlen to Michelle L. Campbell, 1505 Fourth Ave., Sterling, $185,000.

Frank J. and Linda C. Murphy to David

Winchell, 1505 17th Ave., Sterling, $10,000.

Richard T. and Angela K. Lance to Michael and Claraline Keller, 1691 Hoover Road, Deer Grove, $85,000.

FNB Exchange LLC to Barbara L. Kophamer, 621 N. Genesee St., Morrison, $0.

Gary F. and Beth E. Milnes to FNB Exchange LLC, 621 N. Genesee St., Morrison, $225,000.

Robert E. and Kimberly R.L. Belonga to Carol Wiersema, 1315 10th St., Fulton, $145,500.

Hauck Homes Inc. to Steve Jimenez

Zenteno and Wendy Valarezo Cortez, 702 11th Ave., Sterling, $250,000.

Michael R. and Becky S. Echebarria to Dean A. and Tracy M. Ahlers Trust No. 1, 2227 River View Drive, Rock Falls, $600,000.

effects of alcohol in an average year.

• About 6.7% of Americans develop an alcohol use disorder.

• Prevention is a huge protective factor. The later in life someone starts consuming alcohol, the lower the odds are that they will develop a substance use disorder.

• Kids do listen to their parents. At least half of all children who have conversations with their parents about the risks of alcohol are less likely to drink alcohol underage than kids who do not.

• Like for any chronic disease, treatment works and recovery is possible.

As a substance use treatment provider, Sinnissippi Centers understands firsthand the devastating effect of substance use on individuals, families and communities, according to the release. Treatment for alcohol use disorder can include one or more therapies, including behavioral therapy,

medication, after care, recovery support and support groups.

Behavioral therapy aims to change the patterns of thinking and behavior that lead to alcohol use, while medication can help manage the physical and psychological symptoms of withdrawal.

If you are concerned that you or a loved one might have a substance use disorder, Sinnissippi Centers has free, online, confidential screenings on its links page.

Go to www.sinnissippi.org and click on links, then scroll down and click on screening tools.

Support groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous and other peer groups can provide a safe and supportive environment for people in recovery. These groups offer a sense of community and belonging and can help individuals stay motivated and accountable on their journey to recovery, according to the release.

Terry Popoccia to Properties 815 LLC, 208 E. Eighth St., Sterling, $60,000.

Paul F. Kane to Kenneth W., Jon R. and Martha J. Kophamer, one parcel on Blue Goose Road, Sterling, $368,000.

Aaron and Jennifer L. Brannon to Joe Don V. Hunter, 1514 Locust St., Sterling, $295,000.

Howard and Gathe Thicksten Trust to D&R Investments Inc., 1314 Avenue A, 614 Sixth Ave., 512 Fifth Ave., 510 Eighth Ave., 509 W. 20th St. and 205 W. 12th St., all in Rock Falls, $140,000.

Reiling Family Limited Partnership and Arlan L. and Linda K. Reiling Trust, Ronald A. Reiling, trustee, to Saddle Club Farms Corp., one parcel in Erie Township, $798,420.

David L. and Mary Cady to Trevor Hadaway, 306 E. Third St.,

Tampico, $85,000.

Alva Martinez and Pamela Villanueva to Cheri Lynn Jackson and Brenda Lea Dieken, 208 16th Ave., Sterling, $69,000.

Edith C. Greenfield to ASM Property Solutions LLC, 203 N. Main St., Coleta, $50,000.

Quit claim deeds

Brenda K. Plumb to Warren D., Tonya M., Thomas L. and Virgil P. Swinbank, 101 N. Grape St., Morrison, $0. Community State Bank to Federal National Mortgage, 1203 Seventh Ave., Rock Falls, $0. Deed

Thomas L. Ebenezer Estate to Jose M. Diaz and Nora A. Rodriguez, 30368 Prairie St., Rock Falls, $103,000.

Source: Whiteside County Recorder’s Office

Sauk Valley Community College announces new sonography program

DIXON – Sauk Valley Community College has added sonography to its program lineup. Registration is open and classes will begin in the fall.

SVCC Health Professions has created the new degree pathway for students interested in a career in diagnostic imaging sonography. Students will earn an Associate of Applied Science degree from this program and can expect to work in the health care field in imaging departments, hospitals, physicians offices or outpatient clinics.

Once in the workforce, a sonographer will perform diagnostic exams, including ultrasounds for abdominal, pelvic, breast, vascular and more. Sonographers work to identify pathology, write preliminary interpretations of exams and provide the findings to a radiologist for reading.

“We are excited to help our great health care providers and partners in launching another exciting and innovative career pathway,” said Jon

Mandrell, vice president of academics and student services at SVCC. “This new offering will address the shortage in this critical health care profession and provide opportunities for those in the Sauk Valley that are interested in pursuing a career in diagnostic imaging.”

“SVCC has a long-standing history of offering nursing and radiology programs to our community,” SVCC Dean of Health Professions Pam Eubanks said. “The addition of a sonography program exemplifies SVCC’s commitment to the health care industry in the Sauk Valley.”

SVCC Sonography will hold an informational session for students interested in learning more about the program at 4:30 p.m. April 16 in SVCC’s Room 2H22. Call 815-835-6374 or 815-835-6354 to RSVP for the informational session.

For information about the program, visit svcc.edu/ sonography. To register for the program starting in the fall, call 815-835-6354 or 815835-6374.

Photo provided by Sauk Valley Community College

Sauk Valley Community College’s Dean of Health Professions Pam Eubanks (from left), Vice President of Academics and Student Services Jon Mandrell and Professor of Radiologic Technology Dianna Brevitt are part of a team that is bringing a new sonography program to SVCC.

Erie Middle School’s third-quarter students On-A-Roll

Erie Middle School announced the third-quarter On-A-Roll. Students on the list have a B average, with * denoting all A’s.

Fifth Grade

Emily Adams, Evan Barnett, *Dylan Berk, *Gretta Bradley, *Blake Burns, Jerrod Capps, Payzleigh Carr, *Liam Copeland, Blaze Covell, Jillian Daughenbaugh, Brayden Garcea, Soren Gerdes, *Gabriella Hamm, Aylia Hanlon, *Layla Hovey, Mason Jackson, Grace Jacobs, Emmerson Johnston, *Kaci Kapple, *Jackson Klendworth, *Amelia McDaniel, *Arabella Mills, *Owen Misfeldt, *Elena Mitch -

ell, Ava Moshier, Silas Newman, *Carmen Riewerts, Hudson Ryan, *Quinn Temple, Olivia Thorpe, *Sydney Timmerman, Kylie VanHamme, Cambree Vittori, *Ashley Wetzell, *Jack White, Zoey Wiebenga, Mackenzie Wilcox, Brody Young

Sixth Grade

*Trevor Baar, Bryanna Bard, Melody Bruner, Carter Calvert, *Derek Dornbush, *Kassie Dornbush, Molly Dornbush, Brayden Gehrking, Hunter Hovey, *Julia Keeling, Turner Melton, Kate Mickley, *Janelle Norman, Myles Paxton, Everett Pratt, *Logan Punke, Hunter Ramsey, *Drew Robshaw, Rai-

SAUK VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE NEWS

SVCC hosts Industrial Maintenance Boot Camp

Sauk Valley Community College will host an Industrial Maintenance Boot Camp from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, May 13-17.

Training topics include mechanical systems, fundamentals of electricity, fluid power, electrical controls and PLCs. Cost is $365 a person and includes five

training sessions, snacks and handouts. Each class is a progression to the next. Attendance is encouraged for all five sessions.

SVCC hosts Entry-Level Automotive Technician Program

Sauk Valley Community College will host an Entry-Level Automotive Technician Program from May 28 to July 10.

lynn Stewart, Jaxson Summers, *Brady Timmerman, Brooklyn Trent, *Braylon VanDeWostine, *Aria Vittori, Natalie Willard, Maci Woods, Natalie Wright

Seventh Grade

Jaxon Alls, Micah Bach, Hannah Bailey, *Noah Berk, *Caleb Brown, *Brady Burns, Taylor Cope, *Sydney Dornbush, *Hailey Eyrich, *Aidan Garcea, Kail Glines, Zoey Horton, Ava Johnson, Grayson Johnston, Trevin Kimmins, Averee Lukehart, Ethan Meier, Lia Milem, Adah Mills, *Lillian Misfeldt, Peyton Misfeldt, Donivan Monkus, Brynley Ponce, Dawson

Pool, Alyssa Pratt, Reese Ryan, Atreus Shramek, Robin Stephens, Charlotte Stropes, Walker Wright, Caleb Zaagman

Eighth Grade

Sophie Anderson, *Faith Baar, Nolan Bradley, Ivy Brooks, *Kyla Crady, Elijah Franzen, Chloe Hamilton, Addison Horton, Lyla Johnson, Hunter Jones, *Laila Keeling, Addison Knapp, James Lopez, *Jacob Murphy, *Jennica Norman, Braeden Punke, Kaycee Russell, *Ella Schipper, Carter Shepherd, Adison Stephens, *Jackson Tegeler, Addilyn Temple, Cheyenne Terry, Craig Thompson

Sauk Valley Community College and the Whiteside Area Career Center partnered to offer a seven-week Automotive Basics Program. Students will gain an entry level understanding in suspension and steering, brakes, exhaust systems and routine maintenance and servicing of vehicle systems.

The program provides students with

a solid foundation and skills to enter the automotive industry.

The class fee has been reduced to $450 for this session, thanks to grant funds obtained by SVCC.

Class is limited to 10 students.

For program questions, call Brenda Helms at 815-835-6212 or visit svcc.edu/ auto to register for either of these programs.

Shelby Veltrop named NJCAA D-I honorable mention All-American

Former Morrison basketball star adds second major accolade in past month

By DAN WUSSOW dwussow@shawmedia.com

Last month, Sauk Valley Community College freshman center Shelby Veltrop was named Arrowhead Conference MVP for the 2023-24 women’s basketball season.

This month, she earned an even bigger accolade: NJCAA Division I honorable mention All-American. Veltrop was one of 50 NJCAA D-I players to receive All-America recognition. Veltrop was the 2023 Sauk Valley Media Girls Basketball Player of the Year. She holds Morrison school records for rebounds (944) and blocks (356) in a career and ranks second in career points (1,394) behind her younger sister Camryn.

Relay For Life of Sauk Valley Plans Face-to-Face event Westwood Sports Complex, Building 3 Saturday, June 8, 2024 5:00pm-9:00pm

Team Formation

American Cancer Society

Relay For Life is planning a face-to-face event. Relay For Life is dedicated to celebrate survivorship, remember those lost to cancer, and fighting back through education, advocacy, patient services and research.

Register your team at www.relayforlife.org/saukvalleyil or call 1-800-ACS2345 for assistance. Resources are available on that website to start team fundraising. There is no minimum of money to be raised, no charge to join Relay For Life. Every dollar collected is tax-deductible; every luminaria sold can be added to team total collected. All registration forms available at Sauk Valley Foodbank in Sterling.

Survivors are the Heart of Relay

Who is a cancer survivor? Anyone who has heard the three little words, “You have cancer.”

1. Call 1-800-ACS-2345 or register online at www.relayforlife.org/ saukvalleyil to receive a free survivor T-Shirt in the mail.

2. Survivors should pre-register to participate in the first lap on June 8th from 5:00-6:00pm and to receive a free box lunch from Arthur’s Garden Deli before the first lap, for themselves and one guest by: May 30th. The form is on the website www.relayforlife.org/saukvalleyil and at Sauk Valley Foodbank in Sterling.

3. Luminaria will be set up to honor those who have fought the battle with cancer.

Luminaria For Sale to honor cancer survivors and those lost to cancer Sale of Luminaria must be postmarked by June 1st. Forms are available on the website www.relayforlife.org/saukvalleyil and at Sauk Valley Foodbank in Sterling.

Morrison Rotary readies for Harvest Hammer

Morrison Rotary Club’s annual Harvest Hammer duathlon will be back on Saturday, Sept. 21, at Morrison High School. The event includes children and adult races plus a Color Run.

Registration is open online at www.getmeregistered.com/harvesthammer. Online registration closes at 11:59 p.m. Sept. 19. On-site registration and packet pickup will be from 7 to 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at Morrison High School. An additional $5 on-site registration fee will be charged after Sept. 19 for the 5K/Duathlon.

Children’s races include a 1/3 Mile Wee Run at 8:15 a.m. (reserved for children pre-K to second grade); 1/2 Mile Fun Run at 8:30 a.m. (second to fifth grade), and a 1 Mile Challenge Run at 9 a.m. (fifth to eighth grade). Participants will receive a Harvest Hammer T-shirt. A drawing will be held for a free bicycle for a child from the Wee Run and one from the Fun Run. A cash prize will be given for the Challenge Run.

Adult races include the 5K/Duathlon starting at 9 a.m., which includes a 3.1 mile run. Duathletes will complete an additional 21-mile bike ride through the

countryside of Morrison. Participants must be 14 years or older and wear an ANSI helmet to participate in the duathlon. Awards will be by age group.

A Color Run will be at 11:30 a.m. at the high school and is free to all Hammer participants. Cost is $15 for non-Hammer participants and includes a Hammer T-shirt and sunglasses. The course is 6/10ths mile north to the railroad tracks. Colored powder will be tossed on the runners as they finish. No prizes, just a good time!

For more information, go to www. harvesthammer.org.

Alex T. Paschal file photo

Former Morrison basketball star Shelby Veltrop was named an NJCAA Division 1 Honorable Mention All-American in her first season with Sauk Valley Community College.

DMD Dr. Craig Peterson, DMD www.midwestcornerstone.com

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS ROUNDUP

Softball

Morrison 9, Galena 3: At Galena, the Fillies scored in every inning after the second to claim a nonconference win over the Pirates.

Bella Duncan went 4 for 4, including a home run and a double, to lead Morrison at the plate. She also pitched one inning of scoreless relief, striking out three without conceding a hit or a walk.

Ava Duncan pitched six innings for the win, allowing three runs on nine hits and striking out 10 with one walk.

Fulton 5, Mercer County 4: At Aledo, a sixth-inning run lifted the Steamers past the Golden Eagles.

Brooklyn Brennan, Zoe Kunau and Madyson Luskey paced Fulton with two hits each. Kunau had two RBIs.

Addison Hartman earned the complete-game win, allowing three earned runs on four hits and striking out eight with three walks.

Fulton 12, River Ridge/Scales Mound 5: At Hanover, the Steamers built a 7-1 lead after two innings and cruised past

the Wildcats.

Kylie Smither led Fulton with three hits, while Brooklyn Brennan, Zoe Kunau and Emily Kane added two hits apiece. Brennan had three RBIs, including a home run, and Kane and Smither added two RBIs each.

Brennan pitched 4 1/3 innings for the win, allowing one earned run on three hits and striking out three with no walks.

Morrison 6, Annawan-Wethersfield 1: At Morrison, the Fillies took a 5-0 lead after two innings and cruised to a

FAR LEFT: Morrison’s Bella Duncan is greeted by teammates after hitting a walkoff two-run homer in the bottom of the eighth against Riverdale on Friday, April 12, at the Morrison Sports Complex.

: Morrison’s Jordan Eads slides safely during a game against Annawan-Wethersfield on Wednesday, April 10, at the Morrison Sports Complex.

nonconference win over the Titans. Bella Duncan, Jordan Eads and Elle Milnes each singled for Morrison. Duncan earned the complete-game win, allowing a run on two hits and striking out 16 with three walks.

Morrison 8, Riverdale 6: At Morrison, Bella Duncan smacked a two-run home run in the last of the seventh to lift the Fillies to the TRAC win over the Rams. Emery Brewer was along for the game-winning ride. Elle Milnes and Ava

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Duncan had a pair of RBIs each for Morrison (8-6, 3-2).

Erie-Prophetstown 6, Newman Central Catholic 5: At Erie, sophomore Lilly Swatos smacked a single to right field bringing home Mya Weidel with what turned out to be the game-winning run in the six inning. Freshman Wunn Renkes struck out nine to lead the Panthers in the circle. Hannah Ryan and Paezleigh Hudgin had a pair of RBIs each for EP (5-5, 3-0 in the TRAC). Jess Johns struck out eight and had a homer for Newman (3-6, 1-3 in the TRAC).

Baseball

Riverdale 11, Morrison 0 (5 inn.): At Morrison, the Mustangs managed four hits and fell to the Rams in a Three Rivers Conference contest. Collin Renkes, Jacob Reed, Kaleb Schroeder, and Carson White had singles for Morrison (2-7, 0-5).

Newman Central Catholic 10, Erie-Prophetstown 1: At Erie, Evan Bushman went the distance for the

Comets striking out six as Newman took the TRAC contest. Ashton Miner doubled and drove in three for NCC (7-3-1, 4-0).

Logan Copeland had an RBI for EP (2-7, 0-6).

Boys Track and Field

Riverdale Invite: At Port Byron, Newman Central Catholic ran seventh in the team race at the Paul Parker Invite. Wyatt Widloff won the 400, Lucas Schaab took the 1,600 and the Comets won the 4x800 relay.

Craig Faulkner Boys Relays: The 76th annual Craig Faulkner Boys Relays were held on Tuesday, April 9, at Fulton High School. Morrison took third place with 47 points, Erie-Prophetstown took sixth, Riverdale placed 10th and Fulton placed 11th.

Girls Track and Field

Riverdale Invite: At Port Byron, the Comets finished in fourth place at the Paul Parker Invite. Elaina Allen won the 100 and 200 for NCC.

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Camden Pruis passes the baton to Daeshaun McQueen during the sprint medley relay at the 76th annual Craig Faulker Relays at Fulton High School. Other members of the relay team were Levi Milder and Colton Bielema. They placed second in the event.

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Erie-Prophetstown’s Sawyer Copeland competes in the shot put during the 76th annual Craig Faulkner Relays at Fulton High School.

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 - 815-564-2302 Church phone - 815-438-6105

CHURCH BRIEF

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.

April 17: Spaghetti casserole, Jimmy

John’s bread, tossed salad, assorted desserts

April 24: Chili, cinnamon rolls, veggies, assorted desserts

LOCAL NEWS BRIEF

HCE Riverdale Unit holds April meeting

The April meeting of the Rock Island County Association for Home and Community Education Riverdale Unit was held Monday, April 1, at the home of Jan Erling with 13 members present.

Unit President Elaine Brown led the meeting and presented the lesson of the month on osteoporosis.

Debbie Marxen and Georgia Mill led the craft on how to make your own chai tea latte mix and Jan Erling shared an exercising tip on how to strengthen your hips. The next meeting will be Monday, May 6, at the home of Sherry O’Rielly.

Cellist to close Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s 70th season

Cellist Anthony Arnone is the guest artist who will close the Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s 70th concert season.

The performance will begin at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20, in the Vernon Cook Theater at Clinton High School, 817 Eighth Ave. S., in Clinton, Iowa.

May 1: Dutch supper – pea soup, meatballs, cabbage and potatoes, carrots and potatoes, rolls, pudding

May 8: Chicken and dressing casserole, baked beans, Jello cups, brownies

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

The Table meals are served through May and will begin again in September.

Arnone will play the famous Elgar Cello Concerto with the orchestra, conducted by Brian Dollinger. Also on the program is Dvorak’s Eighth Symphony.

Admission is by season ticket or individual tickets, which are available at the door for $20 for adults. All students are admitted free. An adult accompany-

ing a student will be admitted for half price.

Full program notes are available online at www.clintonsymphony.org.

‘Aprons on Display’ presentation

April 23 at Odell library

Connie Barr will present a program about her apron collection at 6:30 p.m. April 23 at the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison St. in Morrison.

Barr owned a quilt shop on U.S. 30 on the west edge of Morrison in the old schoolhouse in Unionville, which was open for fabric, lessons and quilting parties.

Barr has been sewing since she was 7 years old.

Barr had no interest in apron collecting until a collection was given to her and the fabric caught her eye. Some of her aprons are from the 1920s and 1930s.

RCFPD Walking Taco Fundraiser

April 27

The Rapids City Fire Protection District will be hosting a Walking Taco Fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at the fire station located at 120 S. Main in Port Byron.

Come and support your local fire protection district.

Spring Market at Morrison Tech is April 27

The public is invited to the made@ morrison Spring Market from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Morrison Tech, 701 Portland Ave., Morrison.

Items to be sold include garden decor, bird feeders and houses, holiday decor, lamps, clocks, picture frames, cutting boards and more. All are handcrafted.

Cellist Anthony Arnone

From small victories to world stage: Riverdale’s Robotic Rams take flight

By JASON DENNHARDT

FIRST Tech Challenge Team 6596, the Robotic Rams from Riverdale High School, are soaring high after a remarkable season. Their dedication to learning and teamwork has propelled them to the FIRST Tech Challenge World Championship, a first for any Riverdale team.

The Rams focused on growth this year, prioritizing learning experiences over wins and losses. However, their commitment paid off in unexpected ways. They secured prestigious awards at the League Championship, including the first-place Winning Alliance Captain and first-place Design awards. The stellar performance earned them a top spot at the Illinois State Championship.

At the state competition, the Rams continued their winning streak, gaining the first-place Inspire Award. This honor, recognizing excellence in all judging areas of FIRST (connection, motivation, design, innovation and ingenuity), propelled them to the ultimate challenge: the World Championship.

FIRST Tech Challenge is more than just building robots. It’s about fostering future engineers, cultivating teamwork and communication skills and encouraging creative problem-solving. The Robotic Rams embody this spirit, actively promoting gracious professionalism within their team and making it loud in their community.

The Robotic Rams’ dedication extends beyond the competition field. Their annual Lego Drive brings joy to patients at the Iowa Children’s Hospital. Partnering with their National Honors Society, they recently hosted a collaborative STEM Night, igniting a passion for science, technology, engineering and math in the next generation. Their mentorship extends further by having helped to establish and guide three FIRST Lego League teams at the River Valley District Library. The Rams embody a spirit of collaboration, always willing to share their knowledge and lend a helping hand to other teams, both locally and globally.

The Robotic Rams’ success is fueled not just by their technical skills, but also by their dedication to securing resources. Team members and their teacher worked together to find sponsorships and grants. The students’ passion for robotics clearly inspired their teacher, who translated that enthusiasm into winning grant pro -

posals. This combined effort has equipped the Robotic Rams with the resources they need to compete at the highest level.

The Robotic Rams are primed to compete at the 2024 FIRST World Championship in Houston on April 17-20. This international robotics extravaganza brings together more than 50,000 attendees from across the globe, including 224 FIRST Tech Challenge teams alongside hundreds of FIRST Robotics Competition and FIRST Lego League teams.

This is the Rams’ chance to showcase their skills and dedication on a world stage. Their journey to this point exemplifies the power of focused learning, teamwork and a shared vision of building a brighter STEM future. Cheer them on as they compete against the best young minds in the world.

FIRST Tech Challenge is a worldwide program for students in grades 6-12 that combines science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) principles with problem-solving, teamwork and communication. Learn more at www.firstinspires.org.

ABOVE: The Riverdale High School Robotic Rams won the 2024 FIRST Tech Challenge Illinois Inspire Award.

LEFT: Bumblebee, the Robotic Rams’ 2024 Centerstage Robot.

FIRST Championship, an international event, is the culmination of the youth robotics competitive season and an annual celebration of science, technology, engineering and math for the community as it prepares young people for the future. Learn more at www.firstchampionship.org.

Photos provided by Riverdale CUSD 100

Charlestown, IN 47111, whose attorneys of record are Nelson, Kilgus & BuckwalterSchurman, 209 East Main Street, Morrison, Illinois 61270.

Public Notice is hereby given that

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 Clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois, 61270, or with the representative, or both, on or before October 2, 2024, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative 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 delivered by the claimant to

Notice is given to creditors of the death of SUSAN SCHAEFFER. Letters of Office were issued on March 26, 2024 to SUSAN SCHAEFFER as Independent Administrator, 7909 St Andrews Street, Charlestown, IN 47111, whose attorneys of record are Nelson, Kilgus & BuckwalterSchurman, 209 East Main Street, Morrison, Illinois 61270. The estate will be administered without Court Supervision unless under 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 Clerk. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois, 61270, or with the representative, or both, on or before October 2, 2024, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative 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 delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorneys within 10 days after it has been filed.

NELSON, KILGUS & BUCKWALTERSCHURMAN Attorneys for said Estate 209 E Main Street Morrison, IL 61270-0111 Tel: 815-772-2121 Fax: 815-772-2026

April 9, 16, 23, 2024

The estate will be administered without Court Supervision unless under 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 Clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois, 61270, or with the representative, or both, on or before October 2, 2024, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative 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 delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorneys within 10 days after it has been filed.

NELSON, KILGUS & BUCKWALTERSCHURMAN

Attorneys for said Estate 209 E Main Street Morrison, IL 61270-0111

Tel: 815-772-2121

Fax: 815-772-2026

April 9, 16, 23, 2024

Public

on March 26, 2024, a certificate was filed in the office of the County Clerk of Whiteside County, Illinois, concerning the business known as This N That & Tobacco located at 1108 4th St., Fulton, IL 61252, which certificate sets forth the following changes in the operation thereof:

Moved to 104 W. Main St., Morrison, IL 61270

Dated March 26th day of March, 2024.

Dana Nelson County Clerk

April 2, 9, 16, 2024

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

On Friday, April 26, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., a meeting conducted by Riverdale C.U.S.D #100 will take place in the Cafeteria at the Riverdale High School, 9622 256th Street North, Port Byron, IL The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the District's plans for providing special education services to students with disabilities who attend private schools and home schools within the District for the 2024-25 school year. If you are a parent of a homeschooled student who has been or may be identified with a disability, and you reside within the boundaries of Riverdale C.U.S.D #100, you are urged to email Mr. Jim Jennings at jjenn ings@riverdale schools.org, or Mr Josh Temple at jatemple@ riverdaleschools org. If you have further questions pertaining to this meeting, please email Mr. Jennings.

April 16, 2024

Moved to 104 W. Main St., Morrison, IL 61270

Dated March 26th day of March, 2024.

Dana Nelson County Clerk

April 2, 9, 16, 2024

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