Judy Drehmer, age 61, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, July 15, 2023, at Rock River Hospice and Home, Sterling, IL. Judy was born on September 11, 1961, in Morrison, the daughter of Reynolds, Sr. and Donna Reavy. Judy married Wesley Drehmer on October 22, 1999, in Morrison. She was a […]
Editor’s note: Door Prize winners are Fran Plude $50; Michael Blean and Dee DeGroot $25 each; Sue Costello 20 oz hot/cold cup; Mike Hemmer 16 oz hot/cold cup. Despite a heavy rain that temporarily darkened the sky, The Loft on Main was aglow with conviviality on Friday night, July 14, […]
Volunteer Millers will host a program entitled “The History of Groningen,” on Monday, July 31, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at Fulton’s Windmill Cultural Center. The location is 111 Tenth Avenue, Fulton, IL, across from the authentic Dutch windmill. “The History of Groningen” will focus on the City of Groningen and […]
Juanita Halverson, age 93, of Rock Falls, IL, died Saturday, July 15, 2023, at The Citadel of Sterling, IL. Juanita was born on November 26, 1929, in Fort Des Moines, IA, the daughter of Walter and Florence (Cherry) Powers. She graduated from St. Joseph Catholic School in Mason City, IA. […]
During the recent Morrison, IL, Memorial Day program at Veterans Park, on Monday, May 29, 2023, American Legion Post 328 Commander Larry Zuidema had read a Certificate of Appreciation on behalf of Mark Schuler, who was not in attendance. Throughout the years, Schuler has served as driver for local dignitaries […]
Denise J. Garman, 78, of Morrison, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at Homestead of Morrison, surrounded by her adoring family. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at the Bethel United Methodist Church in Shannon, IL; providing an opportunity for loved […]
Written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. It is only mid-July, 2023, but the Morrison High School weight rooms are busy, as new Varsity Morrison Mustang Coach Nathan Vandermyde prepares for his first season at the helm. “It is a pretty good feeling,” he says about the new position. “It is […]
Article written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey; photo taken by Don Reed. Morrison Garden Club has been beautifying the community since 1948, owning a goal of stimulating the knowledge of gardening and encouraging civic pride. The garden club meets on the first Thursday of each month. Contact Sharon Moore at […]
Article was written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, July 10, 2023, with all Alderman chairs filled. Alderman Josh West offered an apology for his actions at a previous June Council meeting. The Council approved the Consent Agenda, which included the paying of bills […]
John Ukena, 65, of Sterling, IL, died Friday, July 7, 2023, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL. John was born June 6, 1958, the son of Louis and Lois (Baer) Ukena. John worked at Self Help Enterprises and enjoyed the time he had there with the clients. He […]
Shirley A. Mills, 81, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at Homestead of Morrison. Shirley was born August 2, 1941, in Clinton, IA, to August and Rosa (Peters) Christiansen. She attended the Miles, IA ,grade schools and was a graduate of Miles High School. After High School, Shirley […]
To know Bud was to love him. George Howard “Bud” Thompson went Home to our Heavenly Father on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, surrounded by his adoring family. He was born in Prophetstown, IL, on October 18, 1930, to George and Gladys Thompson. He was educated in Prophetstown schools, and studied […]
Timber Lake Playhouse (TLP) will hold various workshops and classes in the arts this summer. Visit the TLP website at www.timberlakeplayhouse.org to see the list of classes available this summer, or call the Box Office at 815-244-2035 for additional information. Registration is open now and can be done online or […]
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes New Legacy to their outdoor stage, on Sunday, July 16, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. Please join us in the valley for an evening of music and ministry. A free-will offering will be taken. In the event of inclement weather, […]
The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, May 26, 2023. Arrests: On Friday, May 26, 2023, Morrison Police Department received a complaint for a welfare check request, at 601 E. Lincoln Way. As a result of the welfare check, Police arrested Kristopher Ludvigsen, age 30 of Morrison, […]