Written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey; photo provided by the Wiersema family. When the subject of “rodeo” enters a conversation, one does not usually think of High School boys and girls competing on horseback. The Wiersema family of Erie, IL, has taken the...
Morrison Firefighters hosted their annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, May 21, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., with seating inside the Morrison Fire Station, 206 W. Main Street in Morrison, IL. Waiting in a long line, left-to-right, are friends Mitchell Johnson,...
Morrison Historical Society Trustee Patricia Pessman shared her book, “The Saga of the Lilac Bush, An American Pioneer Narrative,” with Historical Society members and the community. At least 50 attended the PowerPoint presentation, on Sunday, May 21, 2023....
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the send-off portion of this feature and added his photograph. Myriah Drolema added additional information and photos regarding her son’s efforts at the State Finals. Skylar Drolema received a students’ send-off on...
Jerry Brearton supplied the press release and photograph. The Award of the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal was presented to Builder First Class (Seabee Combat Warrior) Dennis R. VanZuiden, USN, left. It was presented locally, on behalf of Navy Commander...
