George F. Burks, Jr., 41, of Sterling, IL, died, January 14, 2021, at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Downers Grove, IL. George was born, August 6, 1979, in Sterling, the son of George F. and Angela (Griffith) Burks. He was a die-hard Chicago Cubs Fan and pool player. George was a
A coalition representing Illinois Law Enforcement leadership and rank-and-file Officers has issued a statement, regarding the Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice legislation that passed the Illinois General Assembly, during the Lame Duck Session. We are extremely disappointed and saddened in the process, the lack of discussion with members of the
By Monday, January 11, 2021, the anticipated novel corona virus vaccination of residents and staff of three, Morrison, IL, long-term care facilities was accomplished. This occurred less than a month after the first vaccinations against COVID-19 were administered in the United States! Everyone, if they chose to, could receive their
Does your child seem clumsy or fall when they are walking? Do the child’s feet turn in or out? Is there foot pain? David Yeager, Physician, will hold a free Children’s Podiatry Clinic, on Thursday, January 21, 2021, starting at 8:00 a.m. The location is Morrison Community Hospital’s Family Care
These Morrison Junior High School students earned placement on the Honor Roll during the 2020-2021 Second Quarter.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. All members of the Morrison City Council answered roll call on Monday, January 11, 2021, to begin an evening of community concerns. That ended with a renewed challenge for the fast-approaching renovation of Main Street. City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen reviewed some financing details
On Wednesday, January 13, 2021, U. S. Representative Cheri Bustos issued the following statement, after voting in support of H.Res. 24, An Article of Impeachment Charging President Trump with Incitement of Insurrection. “Last week, the world watched as the President of the United States used his sacred and powerful office,
Placings of Morrison High School students on the 2nd Quarter 2020-2021 Honor Roll are listed below.
Northside Elementary School, 520 N. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL, has set dates for screening for both their Pre-school and Kindergarten programs. Children who turn three years old before Wednesday, September 1, 2021, are eligible for our Pre-school program. Children who turn five years old before Wednesday, September 1, 2021, are eligible
Dianna M. Remour, age 65, of Albany, IL, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at her home. Dianna was born January 13, 1956, in Moline, IL, the daughter of Harold and Cherry (Crosby) Stephens. She married Boyd D. Remour on June 17, 1974, in Morrison, IL. He preceded her in death
Surpassing their goal of collecting 26 blood units, the Blood Drive hosted on Monday, December 28, 2021, by Rep. Tony McCombie and the City of Savanna, IL, collected 41 units (32 of which are whole blood units and 9 of which are Power Red Units.) The drive was held at
Editor’s note: The United States Postal Service (USPS) receives no tax dollars for operating expenses. It relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations. At 226 W. Main Street, a weathered, uninviting bench had been in front of United States Post Office, Morrison, IL, for
Irene M. Kaufman, 79, of Thomson, IL, died Monday, January 11, 2021, at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling, IL. Irene was born April 22, 1941, in Clinton, IA, to Joseph and Leona (Williams) Barsema and was raised by George and Pauline Dykema. She was educated in the rural
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Monday, January 4, 2021. Arrests: On Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at approximately 8:55 a.m., Morrison Police arrested Heather A. Garza, age 42 of Morrison, IL, pursuant to an Order of Commitment issued by Whiteside County.
Patricia J. “Pat” Prestley, 83, of Clinton, IA, formerly of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, January 9, 2021, at her daughter’s home. Pat was born August 25, 1937, in Clinton, to Orsen and Myrel (Tadsen) Howard. She was a 1955 graduate of Clinton High School. Pat married James “Jim” R. Prestley