Allan J. Voss, 93, of Prairie Hills at Clinton in Clinton, IA, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Monday, October 12, 2015, at Prairie Hills. Allan was born September 27, 1922, in Fulton, to John C. and Kate (Bonneur) Voss. He was educated in the Fulton Grade schools and was a […]
On Tuesday, October 13, 2015, 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 Planning/Zoning Commission Morrison Historic Preservation […]
Trick-or-Treat hours in Morrison, IL, will be Saturday, October 31, 2015, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Editor’s note: The 2:00 p.m. time is correct as reported. Other newspapers printed an earlier ending time, but that was changed to 2:00 p.m. Kunes Country Auto Group of Morrison, 627 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, invites the public to a free lunch on the next three Saturdays. Enjoy brats and […]
2015 marks the ninth year for the annual Youth Deer Hunt at Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge, and this year’s event was nothing short of a success. Thirty-six young hunters, ranging from ten to 15 years of age, converged on Lost Mound Unit for two days of […]
On Thursday, October 29, 2015, Northland Mall, 2900 E. Lincolnway, Sterling, IL, is “going to the dogs!” Happy Tails Humane Society will host a Halloween party. Bring your dog dressed in his/her best outfit for the spooktacular Halloween Runway Show. There will also be a spooky-good, all-you-can-take, doggy treat buffet. […]
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 10-11-15 at 9:03 p.m. Richard M. Fonder, age 28 of Sterling, IL, was stopped in Tampico, IL, for an inoperative taillight. He was arrested for Failure to Properly Secure Child Under 8 Years of Age and […]
Continuing its 2015 Concert Series, Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, invites the area to attend an evening of music with The Talleys on Sunday, October 25. The concert will begin at 7:00 with doors opening at 6:00 p.m. No tickets are needed, but a free-will offering […]
Morrison United Methodist Church and The City Rebar Detailing, Inc. are preparing for their eighth annual Community Coats and Jackets for Morrison Kids program. They will accept new coats and jackets or clean used clothing in good condition. Donated outerwear can be brought to the church Monday, October 26, through […]
Join the Halloween fun at the 7th Annual Beggar’s Walk, when Early American Crafters transform Heritage Canyon into a little town of not-so-scary ghosts and goblins, to delight young trick-or-treaters. The Early American Crafters strive to make the trick-or-treat event a safe environment for youngsters to enjoy. Adults as well […]
The Early American Crafters are volunteers who bring to life Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL. They come in all ages, and sometimes span three generations. All share one passion: to continue interpretation of the 19th century recreated village, designed and built by the late Harold Wierenga. Harold […]
The Knights of Columbus Trustees of Morrison, IL, believe “it is more blessed to give than to receive.” (Acts, 20:35) They demonstrated this twice in one week, with donations totaling $1400, to aid Morrison Junior High Special Education students and participants of White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA.) The Knights […]
Diane L. Tichler, 63, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, October 10, 2015, at her home. Diane was born June 18, 1952, in Morrison, to Ellsworth F. and Mary Jane (Leseman) Stralow. She was educated in the Morrison Grade Schools and was a 1970 graduate of Morrison High School. She attended […]
The culmination of a week’s Homecoming festivities began on E. M. “Bud” Cole Field, as the Morrison High School Ponies took the field against the once-beaten Orion, IL, Chargers’ Fresh-Soph team. Orion was sent home with their second loss of the season. The final Homecoming score was Morrison Ponies 34, […]
Morrison High School students spent the week with activities to generate more spirit and enthusiasm for the Homecoming game, Friday, October 9, 2015, against the undefeated and third-ranked team in the State in Class 2A, the Orion, IL, Chargers. It worked! The Morrison Mustangs and Ponies pulled the reins in […]