Recently, a local Mennonite Community from the Tampico, IL, area completed the rigorous certification task for “Rapid Response Search & Rescue,” sponsored by a Christian Aid Ministries program. Illinois Unit #19 trains volunteers “to seek and save in wilderness, water, and disaster” situations. As stated in their brochure, “Our goal […]
The 2017 Prom Court was introduced during Grand March on Saturday, April 29, in the Morrison High School auditorium. Left-to-right are Reilly Dolan (Jr. Prince); Makayla Troutman (Jr. Princess); Eric Kull; Courtney Stearns; Matt Nichols; Kylie Brands; Dylan Keller; Brooke Stralow; Trysten Frederick; Emma Sitzmore; Ben Vanderlaan; Lauren Voss. […]
4-22-17 at 3:54 p.m. Whiteside County Deputies were dispatched to a single-vehicle, rollover accident with multiple injuries on Meredosia Road near Bunker Hill Road. Upon further investigation, the pickup truck failed to negotiate a curve, traveled through a ditch, causing the vehicle to rollover multiple times, and land on its […]
Charles H. Horn, 95, of 500 S. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, passed away Saturday April 29, 2017, at Resthave Home in Morrison. Chuck was born June 6, 1921, in Garden Plain, IL, to Henry Charles and Eva Mildred (Knapp) Horn. He was educated in the Garden Plain Grade School and […]
Morrison High School Prom is tonight, Saturday, April 29, 2017. The Grand March begins at 4:30 p.m., in the Morrison High School auditorium, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL.
Joyce I. Cooper, 90, of Fenton, IL, died Friday, April 28, 2017, at Genesis Medical Center, Silvis, IL. Joyce Ilene Cooper was born April 15, 1927, in Prophetstown, IL, the daughter of John and VeNeita (Mickle) Dennis. She married Kenneth Cooper on August 3, 1945, in Clinton, IA. He preceded […]
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 4-23-17 at 12:10 a.m. Whiteside County Deputies conducted a traffic stop in rural Lyndon, IL, for a traffic violation. Upon further investigation, Amber M. Dennis, age 31 of Prophetstown, IL, was arrested for Improper Lane Usage […]
Are you looking for a Karaoke machine for your next party? Could you you use some Coleman and railroad lanterns to add ambiance? Maybe you need a ladder to hang lights in the trees or a wicker sofa, chairs, and table for seating. All these and much more will be […]
Odell Public Library’s April campaign to improve the Children’s Department is growing day by day. Katie Rider, Children’s Librarian, is pictured with Glenn Peterson and the Big Book display and storage cube, that he recently built and donated to the library. The display easel is used during story time. Shelves […]
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, April 21, 2017. Arrests: On April 25, 2017, Morrison Police arrested Nathan Q. Sandell, age 25 of Morrison, IL, pursuant to an Arrest Warrant issued by Whiteside County, charging Sandell with Failure to Appear-Larceny (Identity […]
This essay was written by Michael Reagan. Dear Mr. President: I have some more friendly but important advice for you. It’s not about your itchy Twitter finger or your golf game. I’ll take the great Ernie Els’ word for it, that you don’t need any golf tips from me. After […]
In his autobiographical book, Born A Crime, Trevor Noah cleverly points out the asinine aspects of apartheid and racism. It is a real eye-opener. The reader has to ask the question, “Why was this so crazy?” Yes, there is an explanation. The history is there. But behind the history is […]
The Odell Public Library Friends will host Jim and Ann Camp for a travel program, “Amazing Voyage: Argentina to Antarctica,” on Thursday, April 27, 2017, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Program Room. The library is located at 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. The Camps will share their wonderful, and […]
The Whiteside County Planing/Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Wednesday, May 3, 2017, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 5:30 p.m., in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of March 29, 2017, minutes New […]
Marjorie H. Moews, 94, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, April 26, 2017, at Resthave Home in Morrison. Marge was born December 25, 1922, in Geneseo, IL, to William A. and Flora (Kowitz) Young. She was a 1941 graduate of Geneseo Township High School. On April 18, 1946, she married Clyde […]