Health Department Walk-In Clinic June 11

The Whiteside County Health Department will hold a walk-in clinic on Friday, June 11, 2021, at the Rock Falls, IL, location, 1300 W. 2nd Street.  Two vaccines are available:  Pfizer vaccine (for anyone 12+) and Johnson & Johnson vaccine (for anyone 18+), from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00.p.m.–or while supplies last.

Celebration of Life for Harry Pruis (1940 – 2020)

There will be an Open House, Celebration of Life in honor of the late Harry Pruis, on Saturday, June 26, 2021, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.  The gathering will be at the Brick Block Pub, 109 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.  Due to Main Street

Main Street Walk with Cheri Bustos

Congresswoman Cheri Bustos, second from left, took a stroll along W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, for an hour and 20 minutes, on Tuesday, June 8, 2021.  Her escorts were Chamber of Commerce Director LeAnn Schaefer, left, and City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen.

June 4 Mustangs Track Meet

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted the report and photos. The Friday, June 4, 2021, TRAC 8 West Conference Meet was held at Riverdale (Port Byron, IL,) High School, with six teams completing.  Teams score were:  1. Port Byron (Riverdale) 156; 2. Sherrard, 144; 3. Fulton, 63; 4. Taylor Ridge (Rockridge),

Morrison Institute of Technology Spring 2021 Graduates

Chris Krum wrote, “Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL, is honored to announce our Spring 2021 graduates. Twenty-three students received an Associate of Applied Science Degree, in one-of-three specialties. Sarah Long took the class photograph.

Morrison Institute of Technology Spring Semester Academic Honors

Editor’s note:  The Academic Honors lists include only area Illinois students. Chris Krum wrote, “Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL, is pleased to announce our Academic Honors for the Spring 2021 semester. The following students have been named to the President’s List and Dean’s List.”

Main Street Construction Activity May 31 to June 4

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey took the photos. City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen submitted this Main Street Redevelopment Project update on Friday, June 4, 2021. He summarized work completed from Monday, May 31, through Friday, June 4. Dykhuizen also listed a work schedule for next week and upcoming street closures.

Take Dad Out to Church on Father’s Day

Anne Frame submitted this press release. Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, invites Dad to church, on Sunday, June 20, 2021.  Instead of taking Dad out to the ballgame, take him out to church, to enjoy Father’s Day with both his family and church family. Our worship

Marian Francis Ottens (1938 – 2021)

Marian Francis Ottens, 82, of Morristown, TN, passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2021, at the home of her son in Morristown. Marian was born September 17, 1938, in Denver, IA, to John William and Rose Anna (Oberheu) DeVries.  Marian was educated in the Denver grade schools and was a

Rep. McCombie Announces Spring Photo Contest

State Representative Tony McCombie announced her Spring 2021 photo contest of People and Places.  Participants will be asked to submit a photo that best represents the People and Places of the District.  The winning photo from each category will be displayed in Rep. McCombie’s Springfield and Rock Falls, IL, offices.

Home Free Returns to the Fair August 18

After a year of waiting, we are excited to finally announce our musical entertainment, for the 150th Whiteside County Fair.  Returning to the stage on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, is our fan favorite, Home Free!  Please continue to check the Whiteside County Fair Facebook page and website at www.whitesidecountyfair.org for

State of Grace Brings Gospel to Spring Valley Concert

Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes State of Grace to the outdoor stage, on Sunday, June 13, 2021, at 6:00 p.m.  Come on out, and enjoy an evening of worship through song and testimony.  A Love offering will be taken.