Morrison United Methodist Church will celebrate Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24, 2019, at two special services, both entitled “Hopeful Joy.” Worship will be held at 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. Family, friends, and community are welcome to attend either special time. The 4:00 worship will center on families and the younger
Over 60 local citizens, plus Administrative staff and Council Members, attended a Public Informational Meeting on Monday, December 16, 2019, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The City of Morrison Community Room, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, displayed architectural drawings of a “2020 Main Street and
The Loft of Main will host its free “Third Thursday” event from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, December 19, 2019. Sharon Boyles, Sandra Crouse, and Marcia Haag have delicious bakery and good coffee to enrich friendly conversation. The holiday time frame allows men and women to relax in the
Harold G. Renkes, 99, of Fulton, IL, died Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at Harbor Crest Nursing Home in Fulton. Harold was born August 8, 1920, in Garden Plain, IL, to Phaul and Nellie (Sterenberg) Renkes. He was educated in the Garden Plain Grade School and was a graduate of Erie
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 12-06-19 at 1:56 a.m., Donald W. Johnson, age 42 of Dixon, IL, was stopped by Deputies on U. S. Route 30 east of Morrison, IL, for an equipment violation. Johnson was arrested for Driving While
On Sunday morning, December 15, 2019, around 1:30 a.m., Whiteside County Deputies responded to a residence in rural Rock Falls, IL, Whiteside County, for a death of a male subject, Tracy Russell, 53 of Rock Falls. Through the investigation, this death has been determined to be homicide. This is an
As winter arrives, Morrison Police would like to remind the public of a few Ordinances of the City of Morrison’s Municipal Code, as they relate to snow removal and parking during winter months. The City of Morrison certainly appreciates your cooperation and compliance! Violations of those Ordinances addressing snow removal
Willard J. Huizenga, 97, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, December 14, 2019, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, Morrison. Willard was born May 25, 1922 in Erie, IL, the son of Anno and Rena (Heun) Huizenga. He married Ella Mae Bielema on October 6, 1943 in Erie. She preceded him in
Over the last three weeks, have you noticed twin businesses stocking their spaces with attractive merchandise, at 104 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL? Step inside and visit eight, holiday, consignment booths, during Claudia Shanahan’s Open House, at Red Brick Treasures, on Saturday, December 14, 2019, to see the items up
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Wednesday, December 6, 2019. Arrests: No arrests to report.
Anne Frame submitted this article. The combined Sunday School of Morrison United Methodist and First Presbyterian Churches will present their Christmas program on Sunday, December 15, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., in the Morrison United Methodist sanctuary, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Please note the newly scheduled time. The community is
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free, traditional Christmas meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, December 12, 2019. The building is handicap accessible. Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing. Dishes will include prime rib, rosemary baked,
Become a great babysitter and show parents that you take that responsibility seriously, by becoming American Red Cross babysitting certified. YMCA of Sterling, IL, will host a comprehensive Babysitting Course at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Monday, December 23, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Alberta H. Ardapple, born November 26, 1925, to Lester E. and Nellie E. (Little) Jackson in Chenoa, IL, died Thursday, December 12, 2019. A graduate of Chenoa Community High School in 1943, Alberta graduated from MacMurray College for Women in Jacksonville, IL, in 1947. She became a high school teacher
Amber Lee Jaco, 40 of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, December 11, 2019, at her home. She was born on June 28, 1979, in Riverside, CA, the daughter of Terry B. and Lorrie M. (Aaron) Jaco. She married Troy Crouch on December 29, 2013. Amber was employed as a transportation representative