In January 2021, Chamber of Commerce Director LeAnn Schaefer commented on an initiative, to encourage local spending at Chamber-member businesses in the area. “Difficult circumstances often bring out the very best in collective efforts. The program launched Monday, January 4, and continues to be updated as businesses submit information. Interested
Clinton Community College has announced the Fall 2020 President’s and Deans’ Lists. Area Illinois students are listed below.
Gary J. Buis, 62 of Sterling, IL, died Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at CGH Medical Center, in Sterling. He was born on February 23, 1958, in Morrison, IL, the son of Alfred and Florence (Temple) Buis. He attended Albany Grade School and graduated from Fulton High School. He married Karen
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Morrison Fillies (0-3) suffered through a sluggish first half, recording only seven points against a quick-passing Riverdale team, on Monday, February 15. Only five Fillies scored. Shelby Veltrop and Kendra Fisher lead all Fillies with nine points each. The final score was
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The young Fillies (0-1) took the floor for the first time in this shortened season. They dropped a competitive loss to the Riverdale Fresh-Soph team at Port Byron, IL, on Monday, February 15, 2021. With the score tied and three minutes remaining, turnovers
Marketing Director Karla Burn submitted this press release and photos. Drum roll please! Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, would like to announce the 2021 Valentine’s Day Kings and Queens. The families of our royalty were invited to watch from outside. Several brave souls endured the 5°
The Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) has awarded accreditation to CGH Medical Center Laboratory Department, Sterling, IL, resulting from a recent on-site inspection, as part of the CAP’s Accreditation Programs. Farzan Eskandari, MD, FCAP, and CGH Laboratory Medical Center Director, was advised of this National recognition
Anne Frame submitted this article and photo of Layne and Horberg. As the readership grows older, many readers request books from the Large Print collection, which numbers 976 books. This collection has grown, with help by the GoFundMe campaign in fall 2020, which was spearheaded by Odell Public Library Friends.
Editor’s note: Jerry Brearton took the photographs. Petty Officer 1st Class Builder Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist (SCW) Dennis R. VanZuiden, Morrison, IL, reenlisted for six years in the U. S. Navy Reserves, on Saturday, January 23, 2021. He is Senior Vice Commander of American Legion Post 328, in Morrison, IL.
Johanna “Jo” Medema, 98, of Camanche, IA, formerly of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, February 14, 2021, at MercyOne in Clinton, IA. Jo was born May 24, 1922, in Morrison, IL, to Sam and Ella (Voss) Vanderlaan. She attended Morrison schools. Jo married Edward Medema on December 3, 1943, in Morrison.
Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./Morrison Blood Program Leader, submitted this report and photos. The first American Red Cross Blood Drive of 2021 in Morrison, IL, was held on Thursday, January 21, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, from noon to 6:00 p.m. Thank you to the Knights of Columbus
On Friday, February 12, 2021, Whiteside County Health Department announced 15 new laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19: 4 (under 20); 2 (20s); 2 (30s); 1 (40s); 5 (50s); 1 (70s.) We also had eight recoveries in Whiteside County.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Fulton, IL, Lady Steamers finished their first week of competition during the pandemic-shortened season, with a second win over the neighboring Morrison, IL, Fillies 34 to 26. Again, Liz Fish led the Lady Steamers, and Shelby Veltrop led the Fillies, on Thursday,
On the Move with Parks and Recreation has a tasty fundraiser in progress. All proceeds will benefit the future City of Morrison, IL, Bark Park. Kathy Schmidt wrote, “We have tons of doggie treats for four-legged friends for Valentines day and limited human treats for sale. Dog treats and human
Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, offers free, community, Wednesday night, drive-through meals from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. Because of COVID-19 restrictions, there is currently no inside dining for Wednesday meals. On February 17, 2021, the menu will be Chicken Quesadillas, Green Beans, Salsa/Sour Cream, and Dessert. Please