Dear Editor: Hospice of the Rock River Valley, a United Way Agency, thanks everyone who participated in the 14th annual Hospice of the Rock River Valley (HRRV) Golf Outing on Friday, June 24, 2016. Thank you to all the sponsors who contributed to the HRRV golf outing: The Cornerstone Agency, […]
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, June 17, 2016. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 06-17-16 Haley M. Houseback 20 Atkinson, IL Disobeying Traffic Control Device 06-18-16 Rosemary J. Monroe 60 Morrison, […]
Editor’s note: Parents are encouraged to remind children to throw wrappers, straws, uneaten food, etc. into the paper bag and to discard it into trash receptacles. Each year there is a “litter trail” from the Crave Building. The United Way of Whiteside County again will sponsor the “Let’s Feed Our […]
Charges listed below are accusations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 6/26/16 at about 12:00 a.m., Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to 18386 Polo Road, rural Sterling, IL, on the report of an underage drinking party. Investigation resulted in the following arrests: Kyle D. Long, 18, […]
Tracy Henson submitted this article and photo. The 35th Annual East Moline Trophy Meet was held at the East Moline, IL, Municipal Swimming Pool on Saturday, May 28, and Sunday, May 29, 2016. Thirteen Seahorses competed in the meet and swam a total of 51 Lifetime Best swims. The swimmers […]
Tracy Henson submitted this article and photos. Twelve Seahorses competed in the ORCA May Mayhem Mixed Madness Swim Meet, on Saturday, May 14, and Sunday, May 15, 2016. This meet had a different format than usual. Boys and girls swam against each other, and relays were made up of two […]
A lost orphan found. A villain thwarted. A hero and heroine triumphantly united. All and more can be found in the upcoming Morrison Music Theater Association (MMTA) production of “He Ain’t Done Right By Nell” by Wilbur Braun. Performances will be held at 7:00 p.m. at two locations: Prophetstown Congregational […]
Modern-day slavery exists. How far would you walk to escape human slavery? Would your answer change if you were a child–rather than a capable, strong, knowledgeable adult? This summer, teacher Barry Jurgensen is walking more than 500 miles across three states, to call attention to, and reduce, the vulnerability of […]
After hit runs on Broadway and in Los Angeles, CA, and Las Vegas, NV, “Rock of Ages” hits stages of regional theatres for the first time. Timber Lake Playhouse is one of them. TLP is located at 8215 Black Oak Road, in Mount Carroll, IL. The New York Times called […]
Desert Storm Veterans of the 1644th Transportation Co. Army National Guard Unit, based out of Rock Falls, IL, will hold a 25-Year Desert Storm reunion, Saturday, June 25, and Sunday, June 26, 2016, in Rock Falls. Saturday, June 25, will begin with an adult gathering at the Rock Falls American […]
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 15440 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, will host two concerts this weekend. Also, the church will be recognizing farmers. We invite you to bring or drive your tractor to both events. Please arrive with tractor about an hour before the programs. All ages are welcome to attend. […]
Russell L. Spencer, 88, of Walnut, IL, died Thursday, June 23, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Born August 2, 1927, in Rock Falls, IL, he was a son of Toby O. and Etta Mae (Crotts) Spencer. He was united in marriage to Ellen “Boots” Von Holten on […]
City of Morrison Director of Public Works Gary M. Tresenriter announced, “On Saturday, June 25, 2016, Union Pacific Railroad will be making some minor repairs at Jackson, Genesee, and Orange Street crossings. Union Pacific officials assured me that only one crossing will be closed at a time and only for […]
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois is opening Early Bird registration for the annual Thin Mint Sprint. Organize your team of runners or walkers. This family-friendly event is all about getting outdoors to support an active healthy lifestyle. Invite friends and family to join in. Individuals are welcome, too. Register online […]
On Thursday, June 16, 2016, Resthave Home presented its annual Ice Cream Social. Over 300 peopled attended this event held at 408 Maple Aveune, Morrison IL. Area Churches donated baked goods once again. Ukulele Connection, local musicans, left-to-right, Aaron Johnson, Paul Engwall, and Jim Roeder, played and entertained everyone in […]