Editor’s Saturday, June 13, 2020, update: The inmate was Timothy Rippy, 59, of Lyndon, IL. On Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at approx. 4:35 p.m., Whiteside County Correctional Deputies responded to male inmate in his 50s, who was unresponsive and not breathing. The Correctional Deputies began CPR and requested an ambulance
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes Westward Road to our outdoor stage, on Sunday June 21, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. Come join us in the valley, and prepare to be uplifted. Sit in your car, or bring a lawn chair. A free-will offering will be
Mildred “Millie” J. Heun, 87, of Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, in Morrison, IL, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at Resthave. Millie was born December 18, 1932, in Fulton, to Clarence “Claus” and Winnie (Buikema) Van Zuiden. She was educated in the Fulton Grade Schools and was
On Sunday June 7, 2020, the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office began a search of the Rock Creek, in the area of Spring Valley Road, rural Whiteside County. Due to limitations, the search was restarted at 8:00 a.m., on Monday, June 8, 2020. Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office assisting the Illinois State
The new air conditioner is up and running in the Whiteside County Administration Building (Courthouse) in Morrison, IL. Effective Monday, June 8, 2020, the Whiteside County Circuit Clerk’s Morrison Office will resume normal public business hours, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Thank you for your understanding and patience. Sue R.
In addition to the Restore Illinois Phase 3 Reopening Guidance, see the following information shared from the United States Chamber of Commerce. Included are guidance and tools for reopening across many industry sectors. Material was shared by the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce. U. S. Chamber of Commerce Reopening
The Rally Against Hate’s “No Hate” sign has become a traveling feature. On Monday, June 8, 2020, it is on display on Sycamore Street, Morrison, IL. Trent Bush stated it will be seen at local homes “a few days at a time[, but] it might depend on rain.” Call him
During the first week of June 2020, Greg Pruis, Morrison, IL, was upset. He felt compelled to take action, “after the news last week” about the Police murder of George Floyd, in Minneapolis, MN, and days of rioting across the Country to protest that act. “First, I thought I was
During World War II, wave after wave of Allies landed on the beaches of Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944, D-Day. They waded directly into perilous fire from Nazi gunners atop the hills. It was a savage slaughter of unprotected young men. Still, they persisted, earning a significant victory. That
Marketing Director Karla Burn submitted this distinctive birthday celebration for resident Alice “Sis” Bordner, who reached a centennial milestone. Bordner turned 100 on Sunday, May 24, 2020, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL.
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Board of Directors has approved Return to Play Guidelines, developed within the current structure of Governor J. B. Pritzker’s Restore Illinois plan. Guidelines provide the first step in IHSA student-athletes returning to participation. They were developed by the IHSA Sports Medicine Advisory Committee (SMAC)
Clinton Community College Graduation looked different in 2020 for the graduates due to the coronavirus pandemic and the need for social distancing. CCC students celebrated online with staff and faculty along with family and friends. CCC President Brian Kelly shared a welcome and message stating, “In challenging times, our students
Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL, is honored to announce our Spring 2020 graduates. Students received an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Engineering Technology or Network Administration. All graduates are from Illinois unless noted.
Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL, is pleased to announce our Academic Honors for the Spring 2020 semester. All students are from Illinois unless noted. Students named to the President’s List achieved a 3.90-to-4.00 Grade Point Average. Students named to the Dean’s List achieved a 3.50-to-3.89 Grade
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes Alleluia Quartet as our first musical program of the year. In a return visit to our outdoor stage, they will entertain on Sunday, June 14, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. Please join us in the valley for an evening of