Jennifer Lynn Banks was a loving wife, mother, daughter, and sister. She cherished being a mother to her four children and her marriage to Gregory. At the age of 39, Jennifer passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2015, at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics in Madison, WI, after suffering injuries […]
Joseph Zipprich, age 66, died Tuesday, December 15, 2015, at his home, following an extended illness. Joe was born on April 23, 1949, in Chicago, IL, the son of Jerome and Marie (Ulie) Zipprich. He married Susan Kutella on December 24, 1982, in Chicago, and they had two daughters. He […]
On Monday, December 14, 2015, Mayor Everett Pannier called the City of Morrison Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. In attendance were City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen; Treasurer Evan Haag; Director of Public Works Gary Tresenriter; Chief of […]
Gaumer Chiropractic, 125 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will celebrate its one-year anniversary of “keeping families well adjusted.” The public is cordially invited to visit on Friday, December 18, 2015, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Stop by for refreshments and to meet the Dr. Gaumer and his staff. Ask about […]
Article submitted by Katie Eggemeyer, Cottonwood 4H Club Reporter. On Saturday, December 12, 2015, the Cottonwood 4-H Club had a meeting held at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 601 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL. Four members presented talks in their chosen 4-H subject areas: Max Jacobs on chickens Ellie Arians on […]
!2-14-15 at 7:57 p.m. Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a two-vehicle accident at McCue Road, south of Science Ridge Road in rural Sterling, IL. Upon investigation, a 2003 Ford F250, being driven by Daniel M. Miller, 28 of Sterling, was traveling south on McCue Road, when Miller crossed the […]
The Morrison Fillies Basketball team used 90% free throw shooting to stop the Orion, IL, Chargers Monday night, December 14, 2015, with a 43-35 win.
Harvey W. Johnson, 94, died Monday, December 14, 2015, at Resthave Nursing Home, Morrison, IL. Harvey was a vocal music teacher at Sterling High School, prior to retirement. Harvey was born March 10, 1921, in Rockford, IL, the son of Helge and Esther (Sanden) Johnson. He married Arlene Hedberg on […]
2016 Spring classes and Community Learning Labs classes will begin Tuesday, January 12, 2016, offered by Sauk Valley Community College. Classes will meet at Sterling, Rock Falls, and Dixon, IL, locations. For more information, please call 815-835-6310 or visit svcc.edu.
Burnell Doden, 79 of Lehigh Acres, FL, died Monday, December 14, 2015. Skeet was born on March 29, 1936, in Thomson, IL, to Merle and Ruby (Doty) Doden. He was educated in Morrison, IL, and graduated from Morrison High School in 1954. He married Patsy Allen, September 1, 1957. He […]
Two performances will be given of the musical “‘Specially for Shepherds” the weekend of Saturday, December 19, and Sunday, December 20, 2015. The public is welcome to share in this very special musical event. Lanark[, IL,] Church of the Brethren will host the musical Saturday, December 19 at 6:30 p.m. […]
Daniel “Danny” Michael Miller, 28, of Sterling, IL, died Monday, December 14, 2015. Daniel was born May 22, 1987, in Dixon, IL, the son of Mike and Leanne (Mathew) Miller. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sterling. Daniel was a 2005 graduate of Sterling High School and […]
Brooklyn Gallentine from Morrison High School was recently named Morrison Student of the Month, for outstanding effort and performance at Whiteside Area Career Center in Sterling, IL. She is a student in the Allied Health class. Her parents are Shane Gallentine and Christy Gallentine. The staff shares […]
The Illinois Drill Team Association, Class A Kick Division, Regional competition took place Saturday, December 12, 2015, in Dunlap, IL. First place winners of their first competition of the season were the Morrison High School Pom Pons. They scored 83.4 points of a possible 100, showcasing their expertise, strength, and […]
The Fulton Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and the City of Fulton Administration have been visiting a handful of volunteer groups in Fulton, IL. They have gone above and beyond to give back to this wonderful community, through various works and contributions. Ten groups–that specifically benefit Fulton tourism, Fulton […]