At the Wednesday, February 28, 2018, meeting, Morrison Rotary Club announced the February 2018 Students of the Month. The honorees are Avary Bielema and Grant Slater. Avary is the daughter of Cory and Jennifer Bielema. She was a member of Student Council all four years of high school. She was
The Whiteside County Soil and Water Conservation District Education Foundation’s Chainsaw Safety Seminar has come and gone. Norm Hall, presenter, did a fabulous job, as always. We hope that everyone walked away with more knowledge about chainsaw use and safety. Winners of the equipment were John Young, power pruner, and
The Volunteer Millers of de Immigrant Windmill welcome Erin Thompson, curator of the Dillon Home in Sterling, IL, to share the charm and history of this 1858 home. The structure is a work of art by Italianate Architecture, built originally for Civil War Brigadier General Edward Needles Kirk and his
Members of Citizens for Schmidt, the committee promoting Kristopher Schmidt as a Republican candidate for Sheriff of Whiteside County, were glad the temperature was way above freezing, when they participated in the Galesburg Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Illinois, on Sunday, February 25, 2018. The event was from 2:00 to
Shortly after 1:00 p.m., Wilson Greenhouses & Florist owner Stephanie Mann was honored, on Friday, February 23, 2018, with a double nomination, for the Chamber of Commerce Because Nice Matters award. Mann has worked at the business for 43 years; her mother, Ruthie Hayenga, was the previous owner. It began
“Bethesda Blaze” Relay For Life Team served substantial breakfasts from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, February 24, 2018, at DQ Grill & Chill, 200 N. Sawyer Road, Morrison, IL. Owners Bart and Ellen Smith are one of the group’s sustaining sponsors. “Ellen donated as much as she could buy:
Prof. Matthew J. M. Coomber demonstrates that he is a taller giant than Goliath was. The Whiteside Forum hosts Prof. Coomber, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA, on Thursday, February 22, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. The location is the Program Room of Odell Public Library,
Did the air smell sweeter after noon, on Monday, February 19, 2018? It could be, because thousands of boxes of Little Brownie Baker’s Girl Scout cookies were delivered to Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, in Morrison, IL. Combined troop 1504 includes 30 Daisy, Brownie, Junior, and Cadette Girl
Five contenders for the office of Whiteside County Sheriff met in the crowded American Legion Hall, 712 4th Avenue, Rock Falls, IL, on Saturday, February 10, 2018. They were afforded an opportunity to address ten questions before the public, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Legion rules set the tone for the
Irving Berlin’s beloved music is showcased in the 1948 movie, “Easter Parade.” The film stars Fred Astaire, Judy Garland, Ann Miller, and Peter Lawford. Show time is 2:00 p.m., on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, in the Program Room of Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Wearing an
Take a virtual journey to the smallest of seven continents–Australia–accompanied by two, experienced, travel guides. You won’t need to fly for 20 hours to get there. On Tuesday evening, March 13, 2018, beginning at 6:30 p.m., Jim and Janet Winslow will take us on their four-month journey to Australia via
Members of the Rock River Valley Barbershop Chorus treated our patients and staff to a wonderful concert, featuring love songs to commemorate Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, February 14, 2018. Kathleen Karman, one of our staff members, was selected to receive flowers, chocolates, and a couple of songs dedicated to her. She
Morrison High School Pom Pons Coach Katie Jakubs submitted the photo of the squad, after a first place win in the Illinois Drill Team Association (IDTA) 1A Kick Division competition. The young women competed on Saturday, February 10, 2018, in Springfield, IL. Avary Bielema competed in the Preliminary Solo Division
Director and inspector will be at first three showings for Q&ABY RACHEL RODGERS rrodgers@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5529 @rj_rodgers8:49 pm Those who missed out on watching the documentary detailing Rita Crundwell’s $53.7 million embezzlement scheme will have four more chances to see it next month. “All the Queen’s Horses” will return
Director and inspector will be at first three showings for Q&ABY RACHEL RODGERS rrodgers@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5529 @rj_rodgers8:49 pm Those who missed out on watching the documentary detailing Rita Crundwell’s $53.7 million embezzlement scheme, the public will have four more chances to see it next month. “All the Queen’s Horses”