Philip Gail Zuidema, 82, of Eugene, OR, passed away of natural causes, Friday, September 11, 2020, Eugene. Philip was born February 26, 1938, in Morrison, IL, to Curtis and Elizabeth (Klount) Zuidema; he was the oldest of three children. He was educated in Morrison, graduating from Morrison Community High School […]
On Wednesday night, August 26, 2020, over 170 film fans converged on the Midway Drive-In Theatre in Sterling, IL, for the First Annual Northwest Illinois Film Festival. Most came from the Northwest Illinois region, with some from Chicagoland, and one who flew in from Los Angeles, CA. According to the […]
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 9-9-20, at 8:27 p.m., Antoine J. Chewland, age 25 of Cedar Rapids, IA, was stopped for speeding on Interstate 88 at milemarker 15. Chewland was cited and bonded on the following charges: Driving While License […]
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, September 4, 2020. Arrests: On Wednesday, September 9, 2020, Morrison Police arrested Heidi D. Wolber, age 36 of Morrison, IL, pursuant to an Order of Commitment-Rule to Show Cause issued by Whiteside County. Wolber […]
These subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. On Thursday, September 10, 2020, Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office executed a Search Warrant on a residence in rural Morrison, IL. The search warrant was issued as part of an investigation involving several burglaries throughout the County. As […]
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison IL, will host a free, community, Drive-Up Meal on Thursday, September 10, 2020, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Meals of a pulled pork sandwich, coleslaw, chips, and cookies will be hand-delivered to cars in front of the church. Volunteers ask that diners remain […]
Editor’s note: This earlier press release was submitted by Scholastic Bowl Coach Brian Bartoz. “Scholastic Bowl runs on Morrison Mustang intellectual horsepower,” Bartoz said. “The more brain power we can harness, the greater our chances of success.” Morrison High School’s Scholastic Bowl team delivered one of its strongest performances in […]
Editor’s note: The photo represents one style of Voter Ballot Drop Box. Whiteside County, IL, voters will soon know what their Drop Box looks like. The upcoming, November 3, 2020, General Election is the first time such a convenience has been available. Whiteside County Clerk Dana Nelson stated a single […]
Sheriffs of Illinois PAC announced its “Sheriffs’ Star” legislative endorsement for the 101st General Assembly, and among the honorees is State Representative Tony McCombie, 71st District State Representative. The Sheriffs of Illinois PAC is a bipartisan and voluntary political fund. This program offers support to politicians who stand up for […]
On Friday, June 19, 2020, an anonymous benefactor began to promote The Loft on Main and local businesses. This person provided The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, with $10 gift certificates, to be used at select businesses. Certificates are given to anyone who purchases more than […]
Morrison High School Athletic Director Gregg Dolan announced, “Tonight’s Golf meet [on Wednesday, September 9, 2020,] hosted by Morrison at Deer Valley Golf Club, has been cancelled. A makeup date will be announced later. Tonight’s Cross Country meet at Rock Falls, IL, has been postponed until tomorrow, Thursday, September 10, […]
Dennis J. McMahon, of Wheaton, IL, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2020, after a brief illness. Dennis was born August 2, 1947. He graduated from Morrison High School and Western Illinois University. His travels took him to California, where he lived, worked, and attended Orange County Community College and […]
On Wednesday, September 9, 2020, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos announced a total of $2,508,685 in Federal funding in direct response to the passage of the bipartisan Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Pekin, Peoria, the Quad Cities, and Rockford will receive support. This funding comes from the Department of Housing […]
U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds farmers and ranchers that the deadline to apply for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) is Friday, September 11, 2020. This program provides direct relief to producers who faced price declines and additional marketing costs, due to COVID-19. Over […]
It is more important than ever to have a quick, secure way to get important business done with your local United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) team. That is why the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has partnered with the Farm Service Agency (FSA) to deliver Box and OneSpan. These […]