On Tuesday, November 3, 2020, Superintendent of Schools Scott Vance wrote, “In response to the recent increase in COVID-19 positive test results, the [Community Unit School District #6] has drafted a Frequently Asked Question document, to answer questions you may have. We will continue to update this document as needed.
Jerry Lindsey wrote this essay. The spring and summer have entered and exited without much fanfare, but something doesn’t feel the same. Anticipation of the colorful fall transitions, Halloween celebration for the youngsters, preparations for winter, and the holidays of Thanksgiving and Christmas await us. But something is missing.
On Monday, October 26, 2020, at 3:19 p.m., Whiteside County Deputies responded to a two-vehicle crash, at the intersection of Illinois Route 40 and Science Ridge Road in rural Sterling, IL. Upon further investigation, a Chevrolet Impala driven and occupied by a male juvenile, age 16, and female juvenile passenger,
David A. Vanderlaan, 81, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. David was born May 14, 1939, in Morrison, IL, to John and Irene (Wagenecht) Vanderlaan in Morrison. He was educated in the rural Whiteside County Center and Hiddleson Grade Schools and
Shirley L. House, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, November 2, 2020, at Javon Bea Hospital, Rockford, IL. Shirley was born May 2, 1935, in Morrison, the daughter of Ralph, Sr. and Hazel Marie (Glazier) Conner. She married Darrell G. House on June 26, 1953, in Morrison. He preceded her in
Clausina Huizenga, 96, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, November 1, 2020, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison. Clausina was born April 29, 1924, in Morrison, to John and Jennie (Zaagman) Vegter. She was educated in the rural Whiteside County schools. Clausina married Donald LeRoy Huizenga on October 28, 1943,
Before bedtime tonight, Saturday, October 31, 2020, set the clocks, timepieces, and appliance clocks back one hour. Don’t forget clocks in vehicles.
The Whiteside County Republicans would like to announce that their election headquarters have now opened. The location of the headquarters is at 104 E. 3rd Street in Rock Falls. IL. The headquarters is in conjunction with the campaign office for Representative Tony McCombie, who is running for a third term
Martin H. Merema, 90, of Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community in Morrison, IL, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Friday, October 30, 2020, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Martin was born on December 13, 1929, in rural Garden Plain, IL, to Samuel L. and Grace A. (Smith) Merema. He
On Friday, October 30, 2020, Whiteside County Health Department announced 65 new laboratory-confirmed cases and 17 recoveries of COVID-19 in Whiteside County. The ages of these 65 cases are 8 (under 20); 11 (20s); 4 (30s); 7 (40s); 11 (50s); 11 (60s); 6 (70s); 7 (80+.)
WQPT-PBS for the Quad Cities Region premieres their newest documentary, “The Fight for the Women’s Vote.” It will air Sunday, November 1, 2020, at 9:00 p.m. and repeat Thursday, November 12, at 8:00 p.m. Written and produced by WQPT Director of Marketing and Local Content Lora Adams and edited by
Tonight, Friday, October 30, 2020, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., families can stop by the “Haunted” Robert Millikan Pocket Park, next to the Chamber building, 221 W. Main Street, in Morrison, IL. It will be decorated for a Halloween stroll. Visitors can watch the slideshow of contest winners and discover
linton Community College will host the 40th Annual B-rrry Scurry 4-Mile Run on Saturday, February 6, 2021. It will be a hybrid race, combining a virtual run with a run featuring a very limited number of participants. Saturday, October 31, 2020, is set for “B-rrry’s Gone Batty,” online registration special
atrice Kennedy, 88, of Allure of Prophetstown, IL, died Friday, October 30, 2020, at CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL. Beatrice was born May 7, 1932, in Schuylkill Haven, PA, to Milton and Sadie (Miller) Freeman. She was educated in the Schuylkill Haven School System. Beatrice married Irvin L. Kennedy on
Betty A. Peugh, 93, of Morrison, IL, died Friday October 30, 2020, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation of Morrison. Betty was born September 10, 1927, in Lanark, IL, the daughter of Milton and Lottie (Diehl) Traum. She married Rex Peugh on December 23, 1944, in Clinton, IA. He preceded her