ComEd and Whiteside County are teaming to introduce ComEd’s “Small Business Customer Assistance Program” to area businesses. The County and ComEd understand that COVID-19 continues to create economic hardship for many of the Region’s business customers. To assist in this time of need, ComEd created a new program to help
On Monday, December 14, 2020, State Representative Tony McCombie said Illinois House Democrats are “covering up [Speaker of the House Michael] Madigan’s corruption” by killing the Special Investigating Committee into Madigan’s misconduct. “By shutting down this committee, House Democrats are prioritizing corruption and gridlock over honesty, transparency, and a much-needed
Donna VanKampen, 81, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, December 16, 2020, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Donna was born April 27, 1939, in Morrison, to John and Susan (Birely) Sykes. She graduated from Morrison High School in 1958. On January 2, 1959, she married Leon D. VanKampen in
Dear Editor: The 31st Festival of Trees saw several changes in 2020, but with the generosity and support of our communities, the fundraiser for Rock River Hospice & Home was a success. RRHH says thank you to all businesses, organizations, volunteers, decorators, chairpersons, sponsors, donors, and the public. A generous
Marketing Director Mick Welding submitted this article. “Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison , IL, would like to thank the Church Women United of Sterling and Rock Falls for their generous donation,” stated Mick Welding, Marketing Director at MCH. “Church Women United of Sterling and Rock Falls wanted
Karla Burn submitted this article. On Thursday, December 10, 2020, Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, received a donation of $1000 from the Church Women United of Sterling and Rock Falls and Leona Dirks. “Resthave plans to use this donation to help raise our residents’ and staff’s
As of Wednesday, December 16, 2020, the COVID-19 vaccine has arrived at CGH Medical Center, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, IL! This event is a light at the end of a very long tunnel, for our Healthcare workers and our community. The Northern Illinois Rockford Region 1 includes Boone, Carroll,
This article was submitted by Karla Burn. Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison IL, received a donation of Christmas wreaths and other decorations, to put on residents’ doors to brighten their days. Instructor Gabbie Cultra and her Future Farmers of America (FFA) class at Morrison High School made
This report was written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The coronavirus pandemic has effects beyond the critical situation it is causing within the health of our community. Morrison City Council gathered on Monday, December 21, 2020, masked within Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, due to items
Handmade with Heart Craft Shop is open for holiday shopping, with a variety of original designs and unique Christmas gifts. Look for the “I Survived COVID-19” themed orbs. Owner Chrissy Fulton will personalize your message and colors. Located at 223 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, the building is shared by
Citizens may receive a free, COVID-19 test from inside their vehicle on Saturday, December 19, and Sunday, December 20, 2020, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The site is temporary for this weekend. The location is the parking lot by the former JC Penney store in Northland Mall, 2900 E.
Red Brick Treasures and Shanahan’s Gifts, 104 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, celebrated its first anniversary on Monday, December 14, 2020. The twin businesses will celebrate now-through-Saturday, December 19, with sale prices, raffles, and refreshments. Just look for the multitude of Santa figures in the window. An Open House is
Stanley R. Mitick, Jr., 97, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling, IL. Stanley was born November 10, 1923, in Denver, CO, to Stanley R. and Sybil A. Mitick. He was raised in Denver and graduated in 1942 from North Denver High School.
This article was written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. Every school year opens with financial needs. Morrison School Foundation (MSF) annually contributes to assist with mini-grants, curriculum tools, or special teacher requests. This school year opened with the challenges of COVID-19, that added to the normal needs of the school
A little after 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time, on Monday, December 14, 2020, Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr. crossed the 270 Electoral Vote threshold, needed to officially be declared the 46th President. California cast its 55 votes to make it so.. Ballots were cast by 538 members of the Electoral College. This