University of Illinois Extension offers a large and varied list of classes, webinars, conferences, and workshops, beginning in February during the Winter 2021 session. Visit the U of I Extension departments via email at uie-clw@illinois.edu. See this website for information and programs: go.illinois.edu/clw. The Whitesdie County Extension Office is at
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. Basketball results usually are reflected by the final score, created on the offensive end. But during the Monday, February 22, 2021, Freshman/Sophomore game, between Morrison and Rockridge, victory was decided on the defensive end.
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White issued an urgent reminder to motorists to adhere to the State’s Move Over Law, also known as Scott’s Law. It was designed to protect Law Enforcement and Emergency Responders who are stopped on the side of roadways. White underscored the importance of not driving
The Morrison Chamber of Commerce is seeking applicants for the 2021 Chamber of Commerce Scholarship. The $500 scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating Senior from Morrison High School. Students can download the application online at www.morrisonchamber.com. Applications must be first submitted to the High School Counselor by Monday, March
Winburn “Sonny” Leach, Jr., age 73, died at his home Tuesday, February 23, 2021. Winburn was born on July 22, 1947, in Marvell, AR, the son of Winburn and Florence (Seidel) Leach, Sr. He served his Country in the United States Air Force at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted this report and photos. A Varsity Fillies’ three-point first quarter allowed the more-disciplined Riverdale Lady Rams to establish a lead that never was threatened.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey supplied the article and photos. The Morrison Fresh-Soph Fillies’ defense held the visiting Riverdale Lady Rams to nine first-half points, before fans during the home game, on Thursday, February 18, 2021. Morrison held off the Rams in a second-half surge to earn a 39-34 victory. The
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Morrison Mustangs took the home floor Friday night, February 19, 2021, knowing the opposing Riverdale Rams had embarrassed them just three days earlier, by a score of 79-46, in Port Byron, IL. Ram Brandon Stone opened the first quarter scoring 11 and
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the article. On Wednesday, February 17, 2021, the Fulton High School Steamers’ Freshman/Sophomore team corralled the Morrison Ponies early. Daken Pessman and Ethan Price combined for 12 first-quarter points, to top the Ponies’ seven.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Morrison Ponies found a way Friday, February 19, 2021, to contain Riverdale’s Dawson Peterson.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The young Rams from Riverdale gave the Morrison Fresh/Soph Ponies a lesson on three-point shooting, when they visited Port Byron, IL, Tuesday, February 16, 2021. The Rams swished 12 three-point shots, which equaled the total points for the Ponies during the game. The
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted this article and photographs. As the activities within the Morrison School District remained under COVID-19 restrictions, some signs of a return to normal were present in the High School, Friday night, February 19, 2021.
These four American Quarter Horses were seen romping in their snowy enclosure on Bishop Road, Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. They belong to Sandra Vanderleest, Morrison, IL. They chased each other around the pen, pretended to bite, then dashed away. Two of the steeds rolled on their backs
Gordon “Gordy” Bramm, 75, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, February 21, 2021, at Genesis East Medical Center in Davenport, IA. Gordy was born April 2, 1945, in Savanna, IL, to Woodrow W. and Mary Vivian (McMahon) Bramm. He was a graduate of Morrison High School. On July 31, 1966 he
The Paul B. Sharar Foundation for Clinton Community College has announced that Monday, March 1, 2021, is the deadline to apply for 2021-2022 academic year scholarships. The information form, a Goal Statement, transcripts, plus two references, is a complete application. To complete a Sharar Foundation scholarship application, visit the web