On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at approximately 5:15 p.m., Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office Telecommunications received a 911 call. It reported a two-vehicle crash on Polo Road at the intersection of Holly Road, rural Sterling, IL. Initial investigation by responding Deputies determined a blue, GMC crossover, driven by 31-year-old Aleena […]
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. Ten Fillies recorded hits with Eva Duncan, Elle Milnes, and Allie Anderson recording three each. The 20-hit attack plated 19 runs, as the Fillies shut out the hosting Ashton-Franklin Grove Raiders. Ava Duncan recorded the win, by allowing only two hits over the four-inning […]
The Rock River Jazz Band Summer Series is listed below, with seven free performances from Saturday, May 17, to Saturday, August 30, 2025. We are a 15-16 piece jazz band that can play a variety of styles. We are Incorporated and a not-for-profit organization, whose mission is to keep […]
Photos show the “Tiny Art” pieces that originally were displayed at Odell Public Library. They were moved to The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Sharon Boyles stated, “A huge thank you goes to Pat McGarvey, Fran Plude, and Joan Vander Bleek for helping get it […]
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. Bella Duncan struck out every batter that came to the plate for Ashton-Franklin Center, in a four-inning game shortened by the ten-run rule. While mastering the Raiders on the mound, she also drove in three runs. The offense was led by Allie Anderson’s four […]
Morrison Community Hospital Foundation is thrilled to announce on Thursday, May 8, 2025, we will host a Beer and Wine Tasting Event, with a festive Hawaiian theme. This will be a vibrant celebration with flavorful wines; craft beers; the award-winning Dessert Auction; entertainment by Mystery Island Steel Drum Band; […]
Christ Lutheran School will hold its annual Trivia Night to benefit the school, on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The venue is at The Alchemy Ballroom (formerly The Mercantile), 117 W. Third Street, Sterling, IL. This year’s theme is “Back to the 90s.” Trivia Night features Trivia, a live Dessert […]
Editor’s note: For this event only, doors will open at the regular time of 1:00 p.m., on Sunday, May 18, 2025, However, Historian Tom Wadsworth’s PowerPoint program will start promptly at 2:00. Morrison’s Heritage Museum is accessible to all, by the front door’s newly rebuilt stairs and from […]
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor -May 6 The Morrison Mustangs needed runs in the seventh to pull out a victory, against the visiting Raiders from Ashton-Franklin Grove, on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Trailing the entire game, the Mustangs rallied with two seventh inning runs to send the Raiders home […]
Morrison Kiwanis President Steve Davis recently presented donations to two impactful organizations. Kiwanis meets the first Tuesday each month at 6:00 p.m., in the Program Room of Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. We welcome guests. He is shown presenting a $500 check to Director Carrie […]
Get ready gardeners; it’s that time of year again for planting! Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 17, 2025, when Morrison Garden Club will hold their Annual Plant Sale. It will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m, at Odell Public Library, in the Community Room, 307 S. […]
The annual Friends of the Windmill plant sale will be held Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Most plants are priced at $2 and up. Come early for the best selection! This sale operates solely on donated specimens from area gardens. Do you have plants you […]
Area members of National Society Daughters of the American Revolution [NSDAR] will honor the graves of seven, biological daughters of three American Revolutionary Soldiers. The women’s mortal remains are buried in Upper York Cemetery. On Monday, May 26, 2025, at 12:30 p.m., a dedication will celebrate placement of a […]
John F. Booker, currently serving as Sheriff of Whiteside County, proudly announces his candidacy for re-election, to continue his service to the community for a third term. With 34 years of Law Enforcement experience and a deep commitment to the people of Whiteside County, Booker is focused on maintaining […]
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. Ava Duncan scattered 11 hits, but allowed only one run in topping Annawan, on Monday, May 5, 2025, by a 13 to 1 score. Five Fillies (Bella Duncan, Bella Scachette, Allie Duncan, Elle Milnes, Madi Armitage) each had two hits to support the Fillie […]