Fifth Anniversary for Windsor Manor

On Friday, August 9, 2019, Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community, 403 Scenic Street, Morrison, IL, hosted a festive 5th anniversary party, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.  The planners reserved a delightful summer evening for residents, family and friends, and the public to gather in celebration.  The courtyard was filled with

Meet the Artist Charles Yost September 14

The public is invited to attend a Meet the Artist reception for Charles Yost at The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  This social gathering is offered from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, September 14, 2019. A Morrison High School graduate, Yost now lives in Chicago, IL.  His visit

August 13 Fair Winners and Bike Winner

The first child to win a free bicycle during the 2019 Whiteside County Fair was Hailey Kenseth, 10, a fifth grader in Morrison, IL.  Hers was the fourth name to be drawn, as three other children did not make a claim at the Secretary’s Office.  Hailey’s parents are Amber Woods

Judy Ann Becker (1942 – 2019)

Judy Ann Becker 76, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, August 14, 2019, at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling, IL. Judy was born September 2, 1942, in Morrison to Roy and Evelyn (Green) Housenga.  She was educated in the rural Whiteside County grade schools and was a graduate of

Bart and Ellen Smith Reinvest in Morrison

Bart and Ellen Smith, owners and operators of DQ Grill & Chill, 200 N. Sawyer Road, Morrison, IL, celebrated two decades of their business enterprise, on Sunday, July 1, 2018.  At a meeting on Saturday, August 4, they gathered with their staff after an extensive remodel in July. Ellen remarked,

Antique Tractors on Parade at Resthave

Karla Burn submitted the article and photographs. Residents of Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, were able to watch this year’s Antique Tractor Parade on Monday, August 12, 2019. Sixty-one tractors drove through Resthave’s parking lot.  Residents did a lot of waving. Afterward they reminisced about days

It’s Fair Week!

The Whiteside County Fair has an amazing line up of daily events at this year’s fair and it is sure to please all who attend!  The Fair opens on Tuesday, August 13, 2019, and completes after five fun-filled days on Saturday, August 17.  The 149th annual fair, held at the

August 24 Emmanuel Reformed Church Car Show

Attention vehicle show enthusiasts.  The Seventh Annual Emmanuel Reformed Church Car Show is scheduled for Saturday, August 24, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., rain or shine.  The new location is downtown Main Street, Morrison, IL.  The  ERC Men’s Ministry Car Show Committee will award 30 plaques to owners

August 15 “Third Thursday” at The Loft on Main

The public is invited to attend the third “Third Thursday” at The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  This social gathering is offered before opening hours on Thursday, August 15, 2019.  Meet your friends.  Admire new art installations.  Relax and color.  Enjoy coffee and fresh baked pie and

Windsor Manor Celebrates Five Years August 9

On Friday, August 9, 2019, Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community, 403 Scenic Street, Morrison, IL, hosted a festive 5th anniversary party, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.  The planners reserved a delightful summer evening for residents, family and friends, and the public to gather in celebration.  The courtyard was filled with

August 12 Antique Tractors on Parade

Each year on the Monday prior to the Tuesday opening of the Whiteside County Fair, scores of tractor owners congregate at the fairgrounds.  Matt Lillpop at Whiteside County Farm Bureau organizes a communal ride, beginning at 8:00 a.m.  The travelers visited Resthave Care & Rehabilitation. A lunch stop is included

August 11 Sheriff’s Office Report

These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 8-9-19 at 11:05 p.m., Austin R. Krug, age 24 of Tampico, IL, was stopped in Tampico by Deputies for no front registration plate.  He was arrested for two counts of Driving Under the Influence, processed

Barry L. McDonald (1954 – 2019)

Barry L. McDonald, 64, died Monday, August 12, 2019, at his home in Phoenix, AZ. Barry was born on August 17, 1954, in Morrison, IL, to Lyle and Marjorie (Kuehl) McDonald.  He was educated in the Morrison schools and was a graduate of Morrison High School.  He attended the University

August 10 Sheriff’s Office Accident Report

On 8/10/19 at 2:37 p.m., Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies, along with CGH EMS; Tampico Fire Department, EMS, and Police Department; Illinois State Police responded to a motorcycle accident, at the intersection of IL Route 40 (Hoover Road) and Hahnaman Road.  Upon further investigation, it was found that a water barrel

Paul’s Journey Performs August 11

Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes Paul’s Journey to our outdoor stage, on Sunday, August 11, 2019, at 6:00 p.m.  Please join us in the valley for an evening of praise and worship.  We will be serving root beer floats! The concert will be moved