Editor’s note: Involve your family, and write a story or two, for the Veterans Day Exhibit. If the honoree is in Morrison, make a family visit to gather their military service experience. Jerry Brearton submitted this notice. This year, the State Senate Republican Caucus will pay tribute to the […]
On Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 3:40 a.m., the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office responded to a fatal, single-vehicle ATV crash on Mellotts Road, west of Fenton, IL. Preliminary investigation indicates that a Polaris Sportsman ATV, operated by Larry D. Hill, 63, was traveling westbound on Mellotts Road when it […]
Editor’s note: Arrive a bit early and wander the grounds. There are now 20 original sculptures in place. The Whiteside Forum will host a presentation, Question & Answer session, and a tour of Morrison Tech (www.morrisontech.edu) on Sunday, October 26, 2025. The College is acessed directly from IL Route […]
The pubic is welcome to enjoy or create old time music from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., on Sunday, October 26, 2025. The venue is Lyndon Area Historical Society, 405 Fourth Street West, Lyndon, IL.
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. The “Wooden Shoe” trophy, that is presented to the victor of the annual, Morrison/Fulton Football game winner, was returned to Morrison, IL. The Mustangs topped the Steamers on October 17, 2025, by a 31-21 score. The trophy has not been in Morrison since 2019. […]
The Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival and Costume Parade returns to Main Street, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Admission is free. Parade registration begins at noon, with a start time of 1:00 p.m. The first 100 registered children will receive a goodie bag. Activities continue until 3:00: […]
Cassandra M. “Cassie” Biller, 41 of Milledgeville, IL, died Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. She was born on June 5, 1984, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Stephen J. and Katherine E. (Stone) Biller. Cassie had worked at Rolling Hills Center in Lanark, […]
Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, Morrison, IL, will participate in “Trick or Treat” on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., in the lower level of Bethesda. Volunteers will be in costume to pass out treats from various areas of the multi-purpose room. There will […]
The Sterling Police Department, Rock Falls Police Department, and Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office are encouraging families to enjoy a safe and fun Halloween. Official Trick-or-Treating Hours: Friday, October 31, 2025, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00. Safety Reminders for Parents and Children To help ensure a safe Halloween for everyone, […]
Band and Choir Concerts begin at 6:00 p.m. tonight, October 16, 2025, at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. Come support the musical accomplishments of local students. Erin Morris is the Choir Teacher. Band Instructor is Anni Suman.
Natural Land Institute’s Legacy Tree Program is pleased to announce the October Tree of the Month. It is a native Honeylocust (Gleditsia triacanthos), located at Deer Run Forest Preserve, 5691 River Road, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016. It is located near the entrance of the preserve, but hard to get […]
Morrison, IL, Chief of Police Michael Moon submitted the following Arrests made and Citations issued as of Thursday, October 16, 2025. On Saturday, September 27, 2025, Morrison Police arrested Tamela J. Kuehl, age 67, of Morrison, IL. Kuehl was arrested for Retail Theft. She was released with a court […]
Expect soft, slanted sun rays to guide you into The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, to enjoy a Third Thursday gathering. On Thursday, October 16, 2025, the public is welcomed from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., before the doors open for shoppers. Enjoy a variety of […]
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, was Chamber of Commerce Day. The Board of Directors “just wanted to say Thank You to our members! Join us for lunch from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.” There were grilled hot dogs, various chips, Snickerdoodle and Chocolate Chip cookies, and water. Board Members photographed […]