On Sunday, November 16, 2014, churches in Morrison, IL, will present the seventh annual “We Sing for Their Supper” community concert. Sponsored by the Morrison Ministers Council, the concert will be held at Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 6:00 p.m. A free-will offering […]
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, October 31, 2014. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 10-31-14 Virgil L. Bush 73 Morrison, IL Disobeyed Traffic Control Device (Ordinance) 10-31-14 Nathan […]
In October 2014 the front yard of Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, became a crime scene. Someone or a group stole the last anvil used in the Karl and Proctor Lind Blacksmith Shop. In 2013, Morrison Historical Society received a treasured item from the estate of Margaret […]
While it is true that fewer people are choosing to attend religious services of any kind, the majority of people still believe in a God. They are on a spiritual journey, whether they realize it or not. In fact, those who question whether or not there is a God and […]
Describing the labors of Jean Tichler, left, and Mary Vos, Theresa Farrell stated, “These ladies have made dozens and dozens of fruit pies and pumpkin pies, all frozen and ready for your freezer and for the holiday season!” Farrell continued, “Make sure to mark your calendars for the annual Home […]
Extreme weather events in Whiteside County raise important questions. How vulnerable are residents to these storms? What are the most frequently occurring natural hazards? How much damage do storms and other natural hazards, such as drought, cause? These questions and other related issues will be discussed when representatives from […]
Have you vacationed in the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean Sea? Is taking scuba diving lessons on your “bucket list?” Do you have a passion for photography? These activities have become the thrilling hobby of Drs. Tanner and Suellen Girard, Morrison, IL. They will share their undersea photographs in a […]
Throughout the day, Tuesday, November 4, 2014, 17,814 citizens cast their votes. The majority of them chose to fund two 1% retail tax referenda. In Morrison, IL, 59% of the 1413 voters agreed to pay one cent more on the dollar–on some purchases–to fund street repairs. In Whiteside County, IL, […]
Connect. Discover. Explore. Learn. These action verbs exemplify students who attend the Whiteside Area Career Center. Whiteside Area Career Center (WACC) will host their annual Open House from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., on Monday, November 10, 2014. The location is 1608 Fifth Avenue, Sterling, IL. What is the function of […]
Rudolph R. Paulsen, age 97 of Morrison, IL, died on Tuesday, November 4, 2014, at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Morrison. Rudolph was born on November 2, 1917, in Grand Mound, IA, to John and Wilhemena (Mecklinburg) Paulsen. He was the youngest of eight children–four boys and four girls. Rudolph […]
Bernice Frasier-White, 82, of Fulton, IL, died Tuesday November 4, 2014, at Harbor Crest Nursing Home in Fulton. Bernice was born September 30, 1932, to Robert and Florence (Clain) Stutler. On April 22, 1950, she married Clifford D. Frasier in Tipton, IA. He died April 17, 1984. On April 16, […]
Literacy Is Fun for Everyone (LIFE), a partner of United Way of Whiteside County, held the fourth annual “Power of the Purse” event on Thursday evening, September 25, 2014. Two hundred-forty people were in attendance.
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities will be closed Tuesday, November 11, 2014, in observance of Veterans’ Day. All Driver Services facilities will be open for regular business on Wednesday, November 12. Individuals can visit the Secretary of State’s website, www.cyberdriveillinois.com, to locate the […]
The Tuesday, November 4, 2014, General Election will take place in Whiteside County between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Take advantage of this important civil right and duty.
In 2013, Morrison Chamber of Commerce sold small, artificial Christmas trees for businesses and organizations to decorate. This successful and entertaining fundraiser helped purchase downtown streetlight banners. Prior to the Christmas Walk weekend, the public participated via silent auction bids in the lobby of Wells Fargo Bank, 100 W. Lincolnway, […]