These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 6-02-20 at 8:17 a.m. Whiteside County Deputies, Sterling Fire, and CGH EMS responded to a two-vehicle, personal-injury crash at the intersection of Freeport and Fulfs Roads. A vehicle driven by a 17-year-old Sterling, IL, male was
On Monday, June 1, 2020, the Morrison Police Department received a report of a burglary to the horse barns at the Whiteside County Central Agricultural Society (Fairgrounds), where an undisclosed amount of horse tack was stolen. The horse tack belonged to White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA.) As the result
United Way of Whiteside County (UWWC) has received a $10,000 grant. The organization is collaborating with its partner agency, Tri-County Opportunities Council, and the City of Fulton to distribute the funds to households in Fulton, IL. Monies will be provided to households that have fallen behind on rent, mortgage, or
Editor’s note: Cory Law, from Whiteside County Health Department, furnished this information. “The COVID-19 crisis has put a strain on many individuals within our communities. Please see the list nutritional education materials. These can help people reduce trips to the store with common substitutions, prepare for emergencies, and find creative
Editor’s note: Whiteside County State’s Attorney Terry A. Costello submitted this report. At the present time, a new air conditioning system is being installed in the Whiteside County Administration Building (Courthouse) in Morrison, IL. A critical part needed to make the air conditioning system operational has yet to arrive to
Editor’s note: Whiteside County Circuit Clerk Sue Costello submitted this report. If it’s not one thing, it’s another. Isn’t that how the saying goes? The new air conditioning system scheduled to be completed is missing a crucial part. Because of the Coronovirus pandemic, this part has been delayed. Unfortunately, this
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, May 22, 2020. Arrests: On Friday, May 22, 2020, at approximately 10:05 p.m., Morrison Police responded to 408 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, regarding an emergency 911 call made from this location. As a result
Editor’s note: If you wonder how to make a positive change for racial justice, follow this link to 75 ways to make a difference: https://medium.com/equality-includes-you/what-white-people-can-do-for-racial-justice-f2d18b0e0234. On Saturday, June 6, 2020, the public is invited to participate in a Morrison Community Rally Against Hate, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., at the
Illinois High School Association Executive Director Craig Anderson wrote, “I recognize that IHSA schools, students, and coaches are anxious for the IHSA Return To Play Guidelines to be released. In many ways, they represent the first step in a return to normalcy, as we continue to recover from the COVID-19
Emma J. Vervaecke, 104, of Morrison, IL, passed away at her home, Thursday, June 4, 2020. Emma was born March 6, 1916, in rural Hoopole, IL, the daughter of Clarence and Edna (Johnson) Sibley. She married Emil “Red” Vervaecke in 1938 in Clinton, IA. He preceded her in death in
Laura Frederick, 69, of Lyndon, IL, died Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, IA. Laura was born August 29, 1950, in Morrison, IL, to George and Henrietta (Kooi) Zuidema. She attended the Morrison grade schools and was a graduate of Morrison
Henry B. James, 89, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling, IL. Henry was born December 24, 1930, in Morrison, to Clyde and Cora (Hussey) James. He was educated in the rural Whiteside County schools. On May 2, 1954, he married
Because of this year’s unusual circumstances, members of Rock River Chapter DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) were unable to come together to present their annual Good Citizen awards. Six high school students were recognized for 2020. Rock River Chapter DAR wishes these young men and women the best, as
Calling parents of all children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Please join us at the City of Morrison Community Room at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, August 27, 2019. Between 6:00 and 7:30 p.m., parents will receive information and may register their child
Joan M. Heusinkveld, 87, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, June 2, 2020, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL. Joan was born May 4, 1933, in Fulton, IL, to Donald and Nellie (Buikema) DeWeerdt. She was educated in the Fulton grade schools and was a graduate of Morrison High