On Saturday, May 6, 2017, professional comedian Derick Lengwenus is headlining “Raise the Woof,” a comedy show fundraiser for Happy Tails Humane Society. Starting at 6:00 p.m., this show will be held at Day’s Inn, 2105 First Avenue, in Rock Falls, IL. All proceeds will go to Happy Tails. Tickets […]
Central Memorial Park in the heart of downtown Sterling, IL, once again becomes the home for Sterling Main Street’s 6th Annual Music Fest, on Saturday, July 22, 2017. With presenting sponsors Midland States Bank and CGH Medical Center, this all-ages festival will be a “can’t miss” event of the summer. […]
On Thursday, March 23, 2017, four members of the Morrison Cub Scout Pack 328 crossed over into the Morrison Boy Scout Troop 96. Congratulations to the new Scouts. Pictured from left-to-right are Jayden Kershaw, Allen Rumfelt, Blake Adams, and Sebastian Carreno.
The Clinton Area Showboat Theatre (CAST) will hold a fundraiser at the Clinton Hy-Vee Market Grille, 901 S. 4th Street, Clinton, IA, from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m., on Friday, April 21, 2017. The Market Grille will donate 25% of their sales during this time to CAST, with all bar tips […]
The NAMI Sauk Area Support Group will meet at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 25, 2017, in a conference room that Sinnissippi Centers provides for our use, at 325 IL Route 2, Dixon, IL. This meeting provides education as well as support to families struggling with a diagnosis of mental illness in a relative or […]
Monday, April 24, 2017, the City of Morrison Council Meeting will convene at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public Hearing, Fiscal 2017-2018 Budget (All attendees must sign in.) 2017-2018 Budget […]
Whiteside County Sheriff’s Merit Commission is accepting applications for “Correctional Deputy” Eligibility List. The deadline is Friday, May 12, 2017, at 4:00 p.m. Starting pay is $17 per hour with benefits. Applications must have or pass the following requirements: must be 21 years of age a High School diploma or […]
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 4-19-17 at 1:25 a.m. Bradley J. Meenen, age 40 of Rock Falls, IL, was stopped for speeding in Rock Falls. He was arrested for Speeding 61/25 MPH and DUI. Meenen was processed at the Rock Falls […]
Morrison Police Department is seeking applications, for the purpose of compiling a list of qualified applicants for the position of Police Officer. There is a vacancy for a full-time Police Officer, due to a retirement. Morrison Police Department is a progressive law enforcement agency, that offers a challenging and rewarding […]
Morrison High School Prom is Saturday, April 29, 2017. The royal court gathered for a photograph on Wednesday, April 19. Ten Seniors and two Juniors have been selected. From left-to-right are Seniors Matt Nichols, Kylie Brands, Eric Kull, Courtney Stearns, Ben Vanderlaan, Lauren Vos, Trysten Frederick, Emma Sitzmore, Brooke Stralow, […]
On Wednesday, April 19, 2017, two Morrison High School Seniors demonstrated their plans to continue their education at universities in Iowa, by signing Letters of Intent. MHS Head Football Coach Cory Bielema, left, stands behind his lineman, Brandon Meier. William Penn University Head Wrestling Coach Eric Reed stands behind Joe […]
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Morrison’s Heritage Museum is located at 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The building has a storied history, first as an 1865 Congregational Church; second as a meeting site for the Scientific and Literary Society; third as Odell Public Library. If you have […]
This report was submitted by Junior High Swim Coach Tracy Henson. The photo was taken by Persona Studio. Morrison Junior High School Colts started the season strongly with a win over East Moline Junior High, on Tuesday, March 7, 2017. The Colts won 15 of 26 events and won the […]
From 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., Still Cruisin’ Line Dancers will offer six classes in basic line dance, beginning Tuesday, April 18, 2017, at Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL. The classes are free, and each week’s session will teach new steps. Instructor Nancy Potter works under the auspices of […]
Arcane: adjective, meaning known or understood by very few; mysterious; secret; obscure; esoteric. By definition, “arcane” is an arcane descriptor. Gateway Arcana: Hidden History in the Iowa-Illinois Gateway will examine personalities, events, stories, and bits of information that escaped–or were excluded from–the official versions of history. Topics range from abolitionists […]