Western Whiteside County has long been known as a natural flyway for migratory birds. During fall and spring, we observe flocks making their way via the Mississippi River. Many species rely on the habitats of native plants for shelter, food, and rest as they make that journey. With urbanization and […]
On Friday, March 24, 2023, at 12:03 a.m., Whiteside County Deputies were dispatched to Galt Road and W. Lincolnway in rural Sterling, IL, for a single-vehicle, roll-over crash with injury. The initial crash investigation determined that the vehicle was traveling northbound on Galt Road. The vehicle crossed into the southbound […]
Written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. Following a 22-hit attack against Lena-Winslow on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, the Morrison Fillies used 15 fits to eliminate the Lady Missiles from Milledgeville, by the score of 12-6 on Thursday, March 23, 2023. Isabelle Duncan held the Missiles to six hits and struck […]
The following Arrest was made since Friday, March 17, 2023. Arrests: On Saturday, March 18, 2023, Morrison Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the 500 block E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. As a result of the traffic stop Police arrested William Gruel, age 27 of Morrison, on a valid […]
Morrison High School Senior Schyon Drolema signed a Letter of Intent to attend St. Ambrose University in Davenport, IA. She will enroll in the fall of 2023 and participate as a member of the Fighting Bees Swimming team. Family, students, and friends attended the signing in the MHS gymnasium, on […]
On Wednesday, March 8, 2023, Clinton Community College Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society hosted an induction ceremony. Students are invited to join Phi Theta Kappa if they have achieved a 3.5 grade point and earned 12 credit hours; 42 members were inducted. Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society is the largest […]
The Whiteside County Highway Department has announced removal of the posted spring weight limits for County Highways. The removal of postings will go into effect on Monday, March 27, 2023. Township roads may vary, so it is suggested that each Township be contacted regarding their postings. For questions concerning the […]
The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office announced that it made zero Driving Under the Influence Arrests and issued zero seat belt Citations, during the St. Patrick’s Day enforcement period. Deputies issued three Citations for Speeding. They made a total of 12 traffic stops. “We strongly enforce traffic laws for one reason–to […]
Emmanuel Church will host a Daddy-Daughter Dance, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., on Saturday, April 15, 2023, in Morrison, IL. There is a suggested donation of $10 for male escorts. Girls of all ages are welcome when accompanied by Dad, Grandpa, Brother, Uncle, or another male family member. Escorts, dress […]
American Red Cross volunteers and Morrison Fire Department partners will install free smoke alarms–with ten-year batteries–in Morrison, IL, on Saturday, March 25, 2023. The ARC campaign has helped save 45 lives in the Illinois region and over 1500 lives across the Country. Volunteers will gather at the Fire Department, 206 […]
Morrison, IL, Pack 328 held its Cub Scout Awards presentation and Crossover Ceremony, on Thursday, March 15, 2023, at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway. The 6:00 p.m. event began with a Flag Ceremony and recitations of the Cub Scout Law and Scout Promise. The youth were presented individual […]
MCUD6 Met with Issues from the Public Written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey The March 20, 2023 meeting of the MCUD6 Board of Education required additional seating as the board room was filled with interested visitors. Opening comments from the public included a list of concerns presented by a current […]
Darlene P. Adolph, 89, of Milledgeville, IL, passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, Morrison, IL. Darlene was born October 3, 1933, the daughter of Jesse and Hazel Hartman. She attended Mt. Carroll High School. She married the love of her life, Vernon Adolph, Jr. […]
Geraldine “Geri” Huizenga, 95, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, March 20, 2023, at her son’s home in Morrison. Geri was born September 3, 1927, in Lyndon, IL, to Robert A. James, Jr. and Violet A. (Hussy) James. She attended Lyndon grade schools and was a graduate of Albany High School […]
Wilma DeWeerdt, 89, of Fulton, IL, died Monday, March 20, 2023, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL. Wilma was born August 31, 1933, in Fulton, to Arthur and Jennie (Hine) Decker. She was educated in the East Clinton Grade School and was a 1951 graduate of Fulton High […]