A hospital is more than a place where people go to heal. It is a part of the community that fosters health and represents hope. From providing treatment and comfort to the sick, to welcoming new life into the world, hospitals are central to a healthy and optimistic community. That’s […]
Charles N. “Chuck” Schoaf, 70, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, May 9, 2016, in Hillsdale, IL. Chuck was born November 5, 1945, in Sterling, IL, to E. LaVerne and Janet (Hawkins) Schoaf. He was educated in the Morrison grade schools, graduated from Morrison High School, and then attended Western Illinois […]
At 7:47 p.m., on Sunday, May 8, 2016, Mother’s Day was threatened with automated weather alerts stating, “A tornado warning has been issued for your area. Take shelter immediately. If inside, go to the lowest level, away from exterior walls and windows. If outside and cannot get to a sturdy […]
Editor’s note: Tara Becker wrote the following report for the Quad-City Times newspaper. When the Editor contacted Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton on Monday afternoon, May 9, 2016, he stated he was returning from Rock Island, IL. He did not determine if the deceased is Charles N. Schoaf of Morrison, […]
Radish Magazine is proud to host the Radish Magazine Yoga Fest–the first yoga festival in the Quad-Cities. The event will be Friday, July 15, through Sunday, July 17, 2016, at the Holiday Inn Rock Island, 226 17th Street, Rock Island, IL. The yoga community from the greater Quad-Cities area united […]
The Whiteside County Fair Board has been very busy preparing an impressive lineup of entertainment at this year’s Fair. It is sure to please all who attend! The Fair opens Tuesday, August 16, and completes after five amazing days on Saturday, August 20, 2016. The 146th annual Fair, held at […]
In honor of National Police Week, Sunday, May 15, through Saturday, May 21, 2016, there will be two area fundraiser events. Proceeds will be donated directly to Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) Saturday, May 14, from 9:00 a.m. to noon, at Super Wash, Inc., 707 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Get […]
The National Small Business movement, “Independent We Stand,” announces Sterling, IL, is a quarterfinalist in America’s Main StreetsĀ Contest. As the lifeblood of our cities and towns, Main Streets play an important role in the long-term success of communities and help build a sense of place. The contest runs through […]
The recently concluded Friends of Odell Public Library’s Flowerpot Sale will greatly help in replacing five older computers. On Friday, April 29, 2016, the bidding was completed on 60 flowerpots, which had been decorated by various community members. Each pot was unique, colorful, and creative. A total of $1190 was […]
Tracy Henson submitted this report. The Morrison Junior High School swimmers traveled to Freeport, IL, to swim against the Freeport Pretzels, on Tuesday, March 15, 2016. The Colts had another great event and won the meet with 242 points over Freeport’s 147. The MJHS Colts results follow.
The Thursday, May 5, 2016, Grand Opening of the Holiday Inn Express & Suites marked completion of the first phase of the City’s Riverfront Revitalization. The hotel is located at 301 E. 2nd Street, Rock Falls, IL, and can be reached at 815-622-4002. The Holiday Inn Express Inn & Suites […]
On Monday, May 9, 2016, 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 Comment Board and Commission Reports Morrison Historic Preservation Commission Reports […]
On Saturday, May 7, 2016, Conant High School (Hoffman Estates, IL,) used the home run to score four of their five runs. But the Morrison Fillies pounded out 13 hits and 11 runs to cage the Cougars, 11-4, in their third game of the day in the Marengo Tournament.
In game two of the Saturday, May 7, 2016, Marengo Tournament, the Morrison Fillies gave opportunities to the Batavia Lady Bulldogs. Morrison paid the price each time as they absorbed an 11-0 loss. Unable to generate any offense and held to two hits, the Fillies allowed the Lady Bulldogs on […]
In game one of the Marengo Tournament, the Morrison Fillies shutout the Belvidere Bucs 4-0, on Saturday, May 7, 2016.