This essay was written by Arthur C. Donart, Ph.D. He stated, “Full disclosure: As Assistant Professor of English at Western Illinois University and President of the W.I.U. Federation of Professors, I led the drive for “Collective Bargaining” in 1973. Later, I supported Senator Bernie Sanders for the Democratic Presidential nomination.” […]
The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, June 3, 2022. Arrests: On Sunday, June 12, 2022, at approximately 10:32 p.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle, driven by Adam N. Harvey, age 44 of Omaha NE, in the 400 block of E. Lincolnway, Morrison, […]
Tonight, Saturday, June 18, 2022, will offer ADULTS an entertaining Department of FUN event, at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds. Hours are 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. Admission is $5. Plan to purchase supper, snacks, and beverages. Use cash for this event. Tonight’s fundraiser will benefit the Morrison Dog Park. Once the […]
During Third Thursday, on June 16, 2022, The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, welcomed visitors, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., before the gallery doors opened. Sarah Bull had baked molasses cookies. Marcia Haag baked rhubarb bread. Stephanie Vavra baked her mother’s lemon cake. Dave Boyles made […]
The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will host Third Thursday, on June 16, 2022, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., before the gallery doors open. Come in and say hello! Male and female community members are invited to relax in conversation with free coffee, juice, and homemade […]
Calling all kids four-years-old to entering 8th grade! Join our Zoomerang Vacation Bible School. The days are Monday, June 20, through Friday, June 24, 2022. We will meet from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., at Morrison Junior High School, 305 E. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL. Register online at www.myvbs.org/morrisonvbs. Pick […]
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes No Worries to our outdoor stage, Sunday, June 19, 2022, 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. Sit in your vehicle, or bring […]
All proceeds from the upcoming “Built for the Road Ahead” Car Show and Fundraiser will help Javier Carreno to be placed on the organ transplant list. He has willing donors, but he must raise $30,000 to obtain placement. The multi-faceted benefit will be at Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield […]
Approximately 9500 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement, by being named to the Spring Semester 2022 Dean’s List. Students named to the Dean’s List must have earned a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale, while carrying a minimum of 12 […]
In advance of the Illinois Primary Election on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, Morrison Historical Society offers a program by Mary Beth Dombroski of Morrison, IL. Citizens of a newly-formed Whiteside County were first allowed to vote for President in 1836. Who was eligible to vote? What were the criteria? Dombroski […]
Nancy K. Stone, 78, of Prophetstown, IL, formerly of Morrison, IL, died Friday, June 3, 2022, at Allure of Prophetstown in Prophetstown. Nancy was born August 26, 1943, in Morrison, to Warren and Mary Myrle (Howe) Nice. She was educated in the Morrison Grade Schools and was a graduate of […]
Mary Covell, 59, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, IA. Mary was born November 11, 1962, in Morrison to Ronald E. and Patricia A. (Knox) Zuidema. She was educated in the Morrison grade schools and graduated from […]
Dr. Bradley Yaklich submitted the top three photos. The Department of Fun built a multi-faceted Memorial Day Block Party, for Monday, May 30, 2022, from noon to 4:00 p.m. It was in the E. 300 block of Main Street, from N. Madison Street to Clinton Street, Morrison, IL. DOF Committee […]
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. Qualifying for the Illinois High School Association Boys State Track and Field is always a great way to finish a High School athletic career. Four Seniors from Morrison High School performed at the highest level in Charleston, IL, on Saturday, May 28, 2022. […]
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes Divinity Trio to our outdoor stage, Sunday, June 12, 2022, 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. Sit in your vehicle, or bring a […]