Ribbon Cutting for Rock Valley Physical Therapy

Rock Valley Physical Therapy, 635 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, was honored with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, for becoming a new member of Morrison Chamber of Commerce.  The event took place on Tuesday, March 5, 2019.  The treatment center is across Sawyer Road from DQ Grill & Chill.  Enter from the

Vote Now for the Eagles’ Names

Vote for one pair of names to assign the 2019 eaglets born in the Arconic Davenport Works aerie.  You may only vote once. Choices are Windy and Storm Challenger and Endeavor River and Patriot Courage and Valor Stellar and Twilight. Click here to vote and to watch the babies stretch

Landon Lee Rodgers (2005 – 2019)

Landon Lee Rodgers, 13, of 2428 Roosevelt Street in Clinton, IA, died Tuesday April 23, 2019, at his home. Landon was born December 9, 2005, in Oxford, MS, to Clifton S. and Jennifer A. (Spangler) Rodgers, Jr.  He was educated at Eagle Heights Grade School and Clinton Middle School in

MJHS Swimmers Undefeated and Broke 7 Records

The Morrison Junior High Swim Team had a successful 2019 season.  Morrison swimmers started their season strong with a win over East Moline Middle School (Morrison 191, East Moline 114.)  They swam Rock Island Junior High next and outscored them by five points (Morrison 155, Rock Island 150.)  MJHS finished

Library Free Seeds Kick Off Events

Ready to plant your garden?  Stop by your local Whiteside County Library and check out the assortment of free seeds to get started. Whiteside County Master Gardeners will be on hand at local libraries, to talk about container gardening and to answer all your questions about starting a garden. Pictured

Morrison Police Report from April 5

Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, April 5, 2019. Arrests:  On Tuesday, April 16, 2019, at approximately 8:00 p.m., Morrison Police responded to a Domestic Dispute involving a Hit and Run Accident in the area of W. Winfield Street and

April 27 Acclaimed Pianist with Clinton Symphony

Acclaimed Canadian pianist Lorraine Min will be the soloist for Clinton Symphony Orchestra;s concert at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 27, 2019, in Vernon Cook Theater at Clinton High School, Clinton, IA.  This concert closes the 65th season for the orchestra. Lorraine Min has performed as a soloist on five continents

Albany Methodist Church Taco Dinner on May 3

Join us for a two-in-one celebration:  Cinco de Mayo and Friendship Day, on Friday, May 3, 2019, between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. The location is Albany United Methodist Church, 502 First Avenue, Albany, IL. We will serve a Taco Dinner, featuring tacos, drink, and dessert. There is no charge, but

USDA National Scholars Funds Available

The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the opening of the 2019 scholarship application cycle, for the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program.  The USDA/1890 National Scholars Program is a partnership between USDA and the 1890 historically black land-grant colleges and universities. The program provides full tuition, fees, books, room, and

First Presbyterian 10th Anniversary Free Community Meal

To recognize the 10th anniversary of offering Free Community Meals, First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a special supper, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, April 25, 2019.  The building is handicap accessible.  Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and

April 22 Sheriff’s Office Report

These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 4/19/19 at 7:05 p.m., Whiteside County Deputies, Sterling Fire, Rock Falls Fire, and CGH EMS responded to a single-vehicle crash on Agnew Road at Mathew Road, rural Sterling, IL.  Upon further investigation, Alisha E. Funderberg,

Free Community Meals 10th Anniversary April 25

On Thursday, April 25, 2019, First Presbyterian Church of Morrison, IL, will celebrate their 10th anniversary of hosting Free Community Meals.  The celebratory meal on April 25 will feature roasted beef tenderloin, grilled marinated chicken breasts, rosemary baked potatoes, honey glazed carrots, buttered corn, fresh green salad, beverages, and desserts.

“Three Sopranos” to Present Recital April 28

Three local, female vocalists will borrow an idea from the iconic “Three Tenors” and present a recital at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, in Morrison, IL.  The performance is at 2:00 p.m., on Sunday, April 28, 2019. Kathryn Janicek, Lauren Lee, and Elizabeth Yaklich will each perform about

April 28 Opening of Morrison’s Heritage Museum

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Morrison’s Heritage Museum is located at 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.  The Morrison Historical Society Board of Trustees invites the public to its Grand Opening of the 2019 season, on Sunday, April 28, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Trustees include Bill Brackemyer,

April 20 Vendor/Craft Fair

The Blue Building at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds held the first-of-two Craft/Vendor Events during the year.   Organized by Kim Barragan of Savanna, IL, the first took place on Saturday, April, 20, 2019, in Morrison, IL.  She held an Easter Egg Hunt for children 20 minutes before doors opened at 9:00