On 09/10/19 at approximately 3:00 p.m., the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a single-vehicle roll over on Round Grove Road, about .25 miles north of Ward Road in Morrison, IL. A Tanker Truck hauling diesel and gasoline, driven by Walter C. Arthurs, 59, overturned while traveling south bound
Area citizens are invited to attend a memorial service in recognition of First Responders and others who perished in the attacks on September 11, 2001. It will be held at the flag pole of Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. Church bells
This article was written by Stephanie Vavra. On Monday, September 9, 2019, shortly before 7:00 p.m., Michael Allen, Legionnaire of American Legion Post 328, received a handmade Quilt of Valor®, during a short presentation ceremony at the Post, 306 E. Main Street, in Morrison, IL. Over a score of members
This article was written by Stephanie Vavra. Left-to-right in front are Stephanie Vavra; son Andrew Wakemam; Melissa Gabbard; mother Sandy Prescott; daughter Maya Wakeman; owner Andrea Ramirez; Hannah Roggy; Peyton Lowery; Riley Onken; Emily Roggy; Michelle Renkes; Kim Ewoldsen; Kerri Baker; Chamber Board President Kevin Schisler. In back left-to-right are
Gary Farral submiitted this article. Monday, June 17, 2019, Erie Rotary club voted to turn in its charter, ending 73 years, eight months, and 23 days of service to Erie, IL, the State of Illinois, the United States of America, and other Nations around the world. The major problem since
The Thomson Depot Museum is hosting Depot Day on Saturday, September 21, 2019. At 9:00 a.m. docent Lewis Frosch moderates an informal discussion of railroading over the years. Railroad retirees, employees, and friends are invited to share stories of working on the railroad. All rail lines are welcome to recall
Experienced American Red Cross volunteer David Boyles of Morrison, IL, had hurriedly prepared to drive an Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV) Atlanta, GA, to await instructions. He expected to be assigned to one of the Atlantic coast areas and assist victims in places struck by Hurricane Dorian. He was notified on
Timber Lake Playhouse presents its 7th show of the 2019 Season, “Disney’s Newsies.” Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, “Newsies” is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience. “This is the first time TLP will
On Wednesday, September 4, 2019, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17) released the following statement after President Trump announced his plans to defund $3.6 billion in military construction projects. She is a member of both House Appropriations Subcommittees, on Defense and Military Construction. “The President’s plan to steal billions of dollars from
The Morrison Fillies Volleyball Team lost to Erie-Prophetstown on Tuesday, September 3, 2019. The Fillies scored 14, 28, and 17 during three Matches. Erie-Prophetstown Varsity girls scored 25, 26, and 25. Final score was 1-2. The Morrison Fillies Volleyball Team lost to Bureau Valley on Thursday, September 5, 2019. The
On Thursday, September 5, 2019, 71st District State Representative candidate, Democrat Joan Padilla, announced an important labor endorsement in her bid to win the seat in 2020. SMART Local 219 (International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation Workers) has thrown its support behind Padilla’s candidacy. “We support candidates
White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA) will host its sixth Annual Benefit Horse Show, on Saturday, September 14, 2019, at the Gold Star FS Arena in the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL. All proceeds will benefit the WHOA program. WHOA uses equine-assisted activities to provide recreational, educational, therapeutic,
This article was written by Bill Popkin. It was a very exciting and hard fought football game in Fulton, Il, on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Morrison Seventh and Eighth combined Football Team stampeded into town and came out with a very impressive 8-6 victory.
This article was submitted by Bill Popkin. An excellent effort by the entire Pony’s defense stopped the St. Bede Bruin football team in its tracks, in the first game of the season for both squads, on Tuesday, September 3, 2019, at E. M. “Bud” Cole Field in Morrison, IL. Held
Illinois State Senator Neil Anderson and State Representative Tony McCombie invite local families to attend a free Children’s Health and Safety Expo on Saturday, September 14, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The venue is Glenview Middle School, 3100 7th Street, in East Moline, IL. Admission to the event is