American Legion Meeting Postponed to April 27

The April meeting of The American Legion Post 328 is postponed to Monday, April 27, 2020, at 7:00 p.m., at 306 E. Main Street, in Morrison, IL.  Voting of the Officers of the Post will take place during this meeting.

Urgent Need for Manufacturers of Needed Supplies

Whiteside County Economic Development (WCED) sent an email message to local businesses and other economic development partners on Wednesday, March 25, 2020. Gary Camarano, Whiteside County Economic Development Director, said, “We want to get this important message out to all Northwest Illinois Region manufacturers, and we don’t want to miss

April 9 Virtual Communion from Emmanuel Reformed Church

Editor’s note:  Viewers everywhere of this article are welcome to take/receive Holy Communion/Holy Eucharist with Emmanuel Reformed Church. The community is invited to join a live-stream of the Maundy Thursday service on Thursday, April 9, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. and the virtual receiving of Communion led by Pastor Al Pruis

County Circuit Clerk Encourages Online Services

Whiteside County Circuit Clerk Sue Costello reported, “The health and safety of Whiteside County residents and employees is a top priority.  As a result, during the COVID-19 outbreak, essential County government services will continue as normal.  However, due to the risk of transmission of the virus, access to the Whiteside

Spring Road Posting is Removed

Whiteside County Highway Department and Mt. Pleasant Township have announced the removal of spring weight limits for County Highways and Mt. Pleasant Township Roads, effective Monday, March 23, 2020.  Other  township roads may vary, so it is suggested that each township be contacted regarding their postings. For questions concerning postings

CGH Pediatric Rehab Center Grand Opening

Kids just want to have fun, whether on the playground or at the CGH Pediatric Rehab Center, which celebrated their Grand Opening and Open House on Thursday, March 5, 2020, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.  The center is located at 2600 N. Locust Street, in Sterling, IL. Families and those

Tegeler Accounting Services Will Work Remotely

To our valued Clients and Friends: Due to the recent restrictions and the Illinois order for all non-essential staff to stay home, Tegeler Accounting Services staff will conduct business remotely from home, until at least Tuesday, April 7, 2020.  We want to reassure you that we are committed to continuing

March 23 Sheriff’s Office Report

These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven gulity. On 3/21/20 at 12:54 a.m., Whiteside County Deputies were dispatched to West Avenue in Sterling, IL, for a physical domestic.  Upon further investigation, Andrew J. Franklin, age 42 of Sterling, was arrested for Domestic Battery.  Andrew

Turkey Family Out for a Walk

Gerald Brown lives at 14236 Lister Road, Morrison, IL.  He photographed this turkey family on Wednesday, March 25, 2020. “This is our Lister Road traffic, during COVID-19 shut-in.”

Morrison Competes in Illinois Masonic Academic Bowl State Tournament

Morrison High School’s Scholastic Bowl team competed in the Illinois Masonic Academic Bowl State Tournament, in Bloomington, IL, on Saturday, March 7, 2020.  The team advanced to State following its first-place finish in the Masonic Sectional Tournament at Prophetstown High School on Wednesday, February 15. Morrison won two matches and

Morrison Legionnaires Celebrate 101 Years

Finance Officer and Sergeant-at-Arms Jerry Brearton submitted this article. The American Legion was begun immediately after WW I, in 1918.  The 6:00 p.m., Monday, March 9, 2020, meeting began at American Legion Post 328, 306 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, with a small 101st Birthday party, complete with cake, ice

March 13 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, March 13, 2020. Arrests:  On Sunday, March 15, 2020, at approximately 6:20 p.m., Morrison Police responded to a domestic dispute at 404 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  As a result of the investigation, Morrison

March 24 Blood Drive at Kingdon Life Community Church

Kingdom Life Community Church, 11429 Ward Road, Morrison, IL, will host a community Blood Drive on Tuesday, March 24, 2020.  Unfilled appointment times are from 5:35 to 6:00 p.m. Donors must sign up online at www.bloodcenterimpact.org.  Use code 1437 to locate the drive. Nurses will take doors’ temperature upon arrival.