William “Bill” E. Pratt, 86, of Erie, IL, died Friday, October 11, 2019, at home surrounded by family. Bill was born December 23, 1932, in Erie, the son of Morris and Nina (James) Pratt. He served in the U. S. Army as a truck driver from 1953 to 1955. He
On Thursday, October 17, 2019, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., enjoy breakfast and help your Community. United Way of Whiteside County will host a fundraiser at The Cafe, in Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL. For a minimum donation of $5, there will be Belgian Waffles with
Stephanie Vavra wrote this article. Sunday, September 29, 2019, overcast gray skies turned oily black above Kiwanis Park, on N. Genesee Street, in Morrison, IL, just after noon. It was due to burning large numbers of vinyl flags. Synthetic banners are made of petroleum, and they discharged ebony smoke. Cotton
Morrison, IL, American Legion and the City of Morrison partner to add names to the Morrison Veteran’s Park and Memorial and recently finished engraving names on the memorial tablets, for area veterans who died in 2017 and 2018. Darren Haan of Moore Monument Co. stated. “Approximately 30 new names were
Fans of popular take-home burritos made by Paula Rodriguez and Linda Temple, of Morrison, IL, may place orders through 3:00 p.m., Friday, October 11, 2019. Place on order by finding either woman on Facebook. Text your order to Rodriguez at 815-535-8593, but do not leave a voice message. “My phone
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 10-01-19 at 11:35 p.m., Torry O. Simmons, age 42 of Clinton, IA, was stopped on U. S. Route 30 at the Mississippi River for an equipm.nt violation. He was cited for No Valid Driver’s License,
Stephanie Vavra wrote the article. After two rainy, outdoor attempts, on Monday, September 30, 2019, Paula Rodriguez stated, “Round three of the pancake breakfast will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.” A successful fundraiser was held inside on Sunday, October 6, at the City of Morrison Community Room, in
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, October 24, 2019. The building is handicap accessible. Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing. Dishes will include Goulash with beef and tomatoes,
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, October 10, 2019. The building is handicap accessible. Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing. Dishes will include Autumn chili, salads, desserts and
Rotary Club of Morrison, IL, will mark historic progress toward a polio-free world, while urging the community to help end this paralyzing disease. Members will take action on World Polio Day, Thursday, October 24, 2019, to raise awareness, funds, and support to end polio. This vaccine-preventable disease still threatens children
Mick Welding submitted this article; the photo was taken by Stephanie Vavra. On November 9 the Morrison Community Hospital Foundation will be hosting their 11th Annual Gala at the Vista Grande in Clinton, beginning at 5:00. This year we will be offering a buffet dinner plus musical entertainment by the
On Sunday, October 27, 2019, beginning promptly at 1:30 p.m., Morrison Historical Society will host local musicians Rev. Craig and Kathy Sipes in concert. Their fans, Historical Society members, and the public are invited to enjoy their blended vocals and instrumentals. Doors open at 1:00. Arrive before the program to
On Sunday, October 6, 2019, Whiteside County Sheriff John Booker stated, “It is with much sadness I am sending out this news release.” On Saturday October 5, 2019, at 10:25 a.m., Whiteside County Deputies responded to north Illinois Route 40 near Ridge Road, in rural Sterling, IL, for a traffic
Clarence Vander Bleek, Jr., 85, of Fulton, IL, passed away peacefully at OakCrest DeKalb Area Retirement Center on Sunday, October 6., 2019. Clarence was born on January 7, 1934, in Chicago, IL. He was the oldest child of Clarence, Sr., and Gertrude (Vogel). He attended Chicago Public Schools and Fulton
Charles F. Boucher, age 89, of Sterling, IL, died Sunday, October 6, 2019, at The Citadel of Sterling. Charles was born May 19, 1930, in Rock Falls, IL, the son of William and Ellie Mae Boucher. He was employed and retired from Northwestern Steel and Wire and was a licensed