Editor’s note: Kathy Schmidt submitted the photographs. Resident Kathy Schmidt was dismayed in early June 2019, when she saw unused tennis courts atop the hill in Kelly Park, on High Street, Morrison, IL. “That’s such a mess!” she thought. She took her disgust and a plan to correct the “mess”
Kyle Kopf, Director of Andresen Nature Center, 409 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL, has a question for area nature lovers who appreciate the significant value of Monarch butterfly pollinators. He asks, “Care to do some Citizen Science this summer? Even just one hour of your time volunteering each week would
The United States Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Whitesdie County, in effect at 7:13 p.m. Saturday, June 15, 2019, until Sunday, June 16, at 2:00 a.m.
Patricia Lynn Onken, age 67 of Morrison, IL, died Thursday, June 13, 2019, at Resthave Care and Rehab in Morrison. Patricia was born on June 4, 1952, in Morrison, the daughter of Ellsworth and Marian (Dykhuizen) Nice. She married Darrell Jay Onken on August 9, 1983, in Morrison. He preceded
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, June 27, 2019. The building is handicap accessible. Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing. The menu will feature pulled pork, salads, drinks,
Editor’s note: This press release was submitted by Gary M. Farral, SSG, Ret. The photographer was Isaac Goodson. On Friday, June 8, 2019, Brett Nicklaus of Trinity Insurance and Financial Services presented Whiteside County Honor Flight Committee with a $1000 check, to be given the the Quad City hub. The
Andy Beranek Painting was honored with a second “Because Nice Matters” recognition, on Tuesday, June 11, 2019, at the Morrison Chamber of Commerce office, 221 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Chamber of Commerce Coordinator Meridith Layne presented a certificate and jar of candy. This recognition follows a previous customer accolade
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, rural Fulton, IL, will welcome Spoken 4 Quartet to our outdoor stage on Sunday, June 16, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. Spoken 4 Quartet members, left-to-right, are Jon Charles, JD Miller, Cecil Stringer, and Brandon Britton. We will be serving root beer floats,
May was a busy month as Morrison Lions members continued to serve the community. Two groups helped the City on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, 2019, by placing and removing flags along U. S. Highway 30 and Route 78. During this project, the weather allowed placement and removal to be
Morrison Rotarian Kevin Schisler presented seven scholarships to six Seniors at Morrison High School at their Award Ceremony on Tuesday, May 14, 2019. Left-to-right are Rotary All Around Male, Steven Kramoski–$1250 Rotary All Around Female- Molly Neumann–$1250 Agricultural- Hannah Linder–$500 Vocational Tech- Tiffani Merema–$500 Sauk Valley Community College- Jacob Brown–$500
Larry F. Atherton, 77, of Thomson, IL, died Saturday, June 8, 2019, at his home. Larry was born July 17, 1941, in Savanna, IL, to Merle L. and Ihla E. (Jones) Atherton. He was educated in the Thomson Grade and High Schools. Larry married Joan Titus on August 4, 1962,
Connie J. Todd, age 68, died Saturday, June 8, 2019, at Winning Wheels in Prophetstown, IL. Connie was born on July 19, 1950, in Walnut Ridge, AR, the daughter of James and Florence (Vinson) Todd. She loved to read and was an accomplished writer, having published a book. Connie loved
Paul Dykstra, 74, of Exceptional Care in Sterling, IL, died Saturday, June 8, 2019, at Exceptional Care. Paul was born October 18, 1944, in Morrison, IL, to Roy S. and Helen M. (Rogers) Dykstra. He was employed at Self Help Enterprises in Sterling and later by Kreider Services, Inc. in
The Heritage Bluegrass Festival is located in one of the greatest natural amphitheaters in the area, at Heritage Canyon, 515 4th Street, in Fulton, IL. On Saturday, June 8, 2019, from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m., you will be treated to some world-class bluegrass from regional and National acts. Tickets are
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 6/5/19 at 5:39 p.m., Whiteside County Deputies responded to a two vehicle accident at the intersection of U. S. Route 30 and Illinois Route 78. Upon further investigation, Unit 1 was traveling eastbound on U.