On Saturday, May 1, 2021, at approximately 5:24 p.m., Morrison Police responded to a call in the 200 block of Cedar Street, Morrison, IL, regarding an adult male subject grabbing a six-year-old boy. The boy was able to get away and returned home. As a result of the investigation into
Recorder Dawn Young recorded a professional milestone, on Wednesday, April 28, 2021. The Morrison, IL, resident marked her 40th anniversary of employment by Whiteside County. She has served citizens at the Courthouse since April 28, 1981. “These records are the people’s records,” Young stressed on Wednesday May 5, 2021. “They
The 2021 Memorial Day Ceremony will be held in Morrison, IL, on Monday, May 31. The parade will start at 10:30 a.m. One half hour before the start time, parade lineup will begin on E. Knox Street at N. Madison Street, next to the Sullivan’s Foods parking lot. Veterans are
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey will document construction each week. These were taken on Week 1, Day 1. On Monday, May 3, 2021, the Morrison, IL, Main Street Renovation commenced. Willett Hofmann & Associates, Inc., Sterling, IL, will manage this major transformation of the downtown: below the street; at street level;
Linda “Fud” Jensen, 67, of Albany, IL, died Monday, May 3, 2021, after an extended illness, at MercyOne in Clinton, IA. Linda was born July 7, 1953, in Clinton, IA, to Floyd F. and Eleanor J. (Bruins) Douglas. She was educated in Fulton Grade Schools and was a graduate of
Morrison High School Athletic Director Gregg Dolan reported, “Tonight’s Baseball and Softball games and Junior High Track meet have been moved to tomorrow night, Tuesday, May 4, 2021, in Port Byron, IL. Tomorrow’s home Track meet with Rockridge has been cancelled. Also, the Friday, May 7, Wrestling meet at West
Editor’s note: Minutes of the Thomson[, IL,] Depot Committee are reported below. There will be a one-day opening for public viewing of the School Exhibit, on Saturday, May 29, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Private museum tours can be arranged by appointment.
On Friday, April 30, 2021, Whiteside County Health Department announced ten new laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19: 1 (under 20), 2 (20s), 1 (30s), 3 (50s), 2 (60s), 1 (70s.) There were four recoveries
The Morrison Varsity Girls Track and Field team competed against Fulton, on Tuesday, April 27, 2021. Fulton scored 78 to out distanced Morrison, who earned 8 points. Individual and team scores follow.
The Morrison Varsity Boys Track and Field team competed against Fulton, on Thursday, April 22, 2021. Fulton scored 44 to squeak past Morrison, who earned 40 points. Individual and team scores follow.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Morrison Mustangs dropped a third Baseball game, on Thursday, April 29, 2021, to the Fulton Steamers.
Mark A. Rose, age 61, of Fulton, IL, died Saturday, May 1, 2021, at his home. Mark was born April 8, 1960, in Morrison, IL, the son of Wayne and Gladys (Medenblik) Rose. He married Lori Shadden on October 7, 1989, in Clinton, IA. Mark was employed as a Barge
The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Merit Commission is accepting applications for 9-1-1 Dispatchers, with positions in Morrison, and Sterling, IL. Applications will be accepted through May 28, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. Starting pay is $17 per hour. Applicants must have, or pass, the following requirements.
The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Merit Commission is accepting applications for the Correctional Deputy Eligibility List, with positions in Morrison, and Sterling, IL. Applications will be accepted through May 20, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. Starting pay is $20 per hour with benefits. Applicants must have, or pass, the following requirements.
Morrison Kiwanis and Key Club “Cookouts on the Corner” is back. The location is the southeast corner of U. S. Highway 30 (Lincolnway) and IL Route 78 (Cherry Street.) We look forward to seeing and serving you there.