Melton Wins Sheriff’s Association Scholarship

Melton Wins Sheriff’s Association Scholarship

Sheriff Kelly Wilhelmi announced the Illinois Sheriffs’ Association 2017 Scholarship for Whiteside County was awarded to Emma Melton, of Morrison, IL.  She is shown  on Tuesday, May 16, at Morrison High School with her father, Morrison Police Chief...
“Let’s Feed Our Children” Has Begun

“Let’s Feed Our Children” Has Begun

For the 16th year, the United Way of Whiteside County FREE summer lunch program will serve tens of thousands of take-away meals.  The “Let’s Feed Our Children” program began Tuesday, May 30, 2017, across Whiteside County.  Nearly 200...
Fillies Off to Fulfill Their Destiny

Fillies Off to Fulfill Their Destiny

Photos supplied by Jerry Lindsey. At 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, June 1, 2017, the Morrison High School Fillies Softball team and coaching staff departed the school parking lot, supported by an enthusiastic group of well-wishers.  Their destination is EastSide...
Culver’s Presents Donation to C.O.P.S.

Culver’s Presents Donation to C.O.P.S.

To support the C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Survivors) organization, Culver’s Frozen Custard & Butterburgers held an in-store fundraiser on Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at 1907 Harley Davidson Drive, in Rock Falls, IL.  Throughout the day, 10% of all sales...
American Red Cross Recognizes 2016 Donors

American Red Cross Recognizes 2016 Donors

Marti Wood submitted this article. The need for blood is real. Giving blood is one of the most selfless acts an individual can do. The hour it takes to give blood can mean a lifetime to a patient with a serious medical need. You could save up to three lives with each...