Darlene Rathje, 77, of Fulton, IL, died Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, IL. Darlene was born April 10, 1944, in Clinton, IA, to Jacob J. and Jeanette (Buikema) Schaver. Darlene was educated in the Erie Grade School and was Valedictorian of her 1962 […]
On Friday, September 3, 2021, Governor J. B. Pritzker signed Executive Order 21-22. It requires all individuals over the age of 2 and who can medically tolerate a face covering to wear a face covering when in indoor public places. The Executive Order also requires health care workers, school personnel, […]
Hospitals and schools work to implement additional COVID-19 testing programs and accountability measures. On Friday, September 3, 2021, Governor J. B. Pritzker and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike announced a two-week extension of vaccination requirements, for individuals in high-risk settings. All healthcare workers, including nursing […]
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey reported the action and caught it in photos. On Tuesday, September 7, 2021, the Morrison Ponies journeyed to Kewanee, IL, to challenge the young Riveters. They took the field to dominate the first half and held the Riveters in check, to take home a 20-0 victory. […]
Whiteside County Board Chair James Duffy wants to make sure County residents are aware of two current programs, aimed to help those who need assistance with their utility and energy bill payments. The County has teamed up with the Tri-Counties Opportunities Council, to get information about the Assistance Programs out […]
Saturday, September 11, 2021, is the 20th Anniversary of horrific terrorist attacks against the United States of America. By a joint resolution approved December 18, 2001, Public Law 107-89 designated September 11 of each year as “Patriot Day.” The law directs that flags be lowered to half-staff for the entire […]
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey reported these scores. The 7th/8th Grade Junior Mustangs improved their season record to 3-0, at Rock Falls, IL, on Saturday, September 4, 2021, with a 42-16 win. The 5th/6th Grade Mustangs’ 12-8 win moved their season record to 2-1. The public is invited to the Morrison […]
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and submitted the photos. The rains stopped just prior to kickoff, but the wet field didn’t slow the Kewanee, IL, boilermaker offense. They ran up a 21-0 half time score and held off the Mustangs for a 28-6 victory, on Friday, September 3, […]
Kathy Schmidt, Morrison, IL, submitted this graph of the results from the August 2021, PetSafe dog park grant competition. Morrison qualified to compete for $25,000 for the new Bark Park. There will be a contest in 2022. “We were really close at receiving the PetSafe grant. [I am v]ery proud […]
Diane M. Sexton passed away on September 7, 2021, at the age of 71, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was surrounded by loved ones, who will continue to honor her by living their lives to the fullest. Diane Marie Bonneur Sexton was born to Everett Eugene and […]
The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will host “Third Thursday,” on September 16, 2021, before the gallery doors open, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. Male and female community members are invited to relax in conversation with free coffee, juice, or tea, and homemade treats. Walk around […]
On Friday, September 3, 2021, Whiteside County Health Department is saddened to announce one death of a person in their 60s. There were 13 new laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19: 9 (under 20); 1 (20s); 1 (30s); 1 (40s); 1 (50s.) There were ten recoveries. Total Positive cases in Whiteside County […]
Marc Adami writes, “The Whiteside Forum bucket list of topics included Afghanistan, for the 2021-22 season. Peoria Area World Affairs Council (PAWAC) has offered a gala speaking engagement opportunity, Reflections on Intervention, on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. The live event is at Bradley University, Peoria, IL, featuring […]
Becky Lynn VanDeWostine, 74, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, September 5, 2021, in Sterling, IL. Becky was born September 6, 1946, in Morrison, to Arlyn “Shorty” and Kay Raser. She attended rural schools and graduated from Prophetstown High School in 1964. She received her Associates of Business Degree from Moline […]
Following recent direction from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), the Whiteside County Health Department (WCHD) will no longer offer Rapid Antigen Testing to the community. The State asked Local Health Departments to prioritize and preserve current testing resources for schools, while they explore options to provide resources/ assistance […]