March 25 Baseball and Track Cancellations

On Monday, March 25, 2019, Morrison High School Activities Director Gregg Dolan wrote, “Due to the weather and field conditions today’s Baseball games, both home and away, have been cancelled.  The makeup date will be Friday, April 5.  Today’s Track Meet has also been cancelled, due to field event conditions

March 24 Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report

This arrest is merely a charge, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 3-23-19 at 2:20 p.m., Whiteside County Deputies investigated a domestic battery incident that occurred in rural Morrison, IL.  After their investigation concluded, Marcus D. Brown, age 30 originally from Chicago, IL, was arrested for the

Ribbon Cutting for First Wealth Financial Group

Chamber of Commerce Coordinator Meridith Layne submitted the photograph. First Wealth Financial Group, LLP, celebrated its new location with a Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting, on Friday, March 22, 2019.  In 2013, Financial Advisor Joseph T. Mills had opened office space down the street, at 219 E. Main Street, Morrison,

City Starts Yard Waste Collection April 1

Weekly yard waste collection for City of Morrison, IL, residential customers will begin Monday, April 1, 2019, and will continue each Monday until September 30. Materials are to be placed curbside in brown paper, yard waste bags or in containers no larger than 30 gallons, marked with a large “X”

Bustos Statement on Conclusion of Mueller Investigation

On Friday, March 22, 2019, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos released the following statement, after Special Counsel Robert Mueller delivered his report to the Department of Justice. “Last week, I voted with both Democrats and Republicans to demand that the Justice Department make public Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s report.  The President also

2019 Seahorses Swim Team Soil Sale

Just in time for spring yard work, the Morrison Seahorses Swim Club Annual Soil Sale is set for Saturday, April 13, 2019.  Bags will be available from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., or while supplies last.   Each 40-pound bag sells for $2. The sale will be held at the old

February 2019 WACC Student of the Month

The following student from Morrison High School recently was named February 2019 Student of the Month, for outstanding effort and performance at Whiteside Area Career Center, 1608 Fifth Avenue, in Sterling, IL. The staff shares your pride in seeing your young person succeed at the Career Center.  Thank you for your

Merit Commission Accepting Applications

Whiteside County Sheriff’s Merit Commission is accepting applications for the position of 9-1-1 Dispatcher, through Tuesday, April 30, 2019, at 4:00 p.m. Starting pay is $17 per hour. Positions are available at locations in Morrison, and Sterling, IL. Applicants must have or pass the following requirements: must be 21 years

Lenten Events at Ebenezer Reformed Church

Michelle Renkes submitted the article.  The display of Lenten symbols was arranged by a member of Ebenezer Reformed Church.   During the Lenten Season, Christians reflect on Jesus Christ:  His suffering and His sacrifice, His life, death, burial, and resurrection.   Lent begins every year on Ash Wednesday and lasts

2019 Holy Week Services and Cross Walk

The annual ecumenical Community Cross Walk is Good Friday, April 19, 2019, beginning at 12:15 p.m. at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, and continuing to Pleasant View Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, 500 N. Jackson Street.  Pastor Jon Eastlick (Crossroads Community Church) will speak at Resthave;

McCombie Bill for Second Chances for DUI Offenders Passes Committee

Rep. McCombie’s House Bill 1634, which allows misdemeanor DUI convictions to be sealed after ten years under very specific circumstances, passed the House Judicial-Criminal Committee.  Under this legislation, an individual would be able to have their DUI conviction sealed, if they meet specific, unique criteria. HB 1634 passed committee by

March 24 Farm Bureau Foundation Pancake Breakfast

To support the Whiteside County Young Leaders, the Whiteside County Farm Bureau Foundation will host their annual Pancake Breakfast, on Sunday, March 24, 2019, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  This event will be at Rock Falls Community Center, 601 W. 10th Street, Rock Falls, IL.  Proceeds benefit the Foundation’s

Flags Lowered for Sergeant Holly R. Bolinski

The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor J. B. Pritzker’s Office that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor of: Sergeant Holly R. BolinskiUnited States ArmyHometown:  Pickneyville, Illinois   United States and Illinois

March 21 Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office Pursuit Arrest

These charges are merely an arrest, and she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. On Wednesday, March 20, 2019, around 7:00 p.m., the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office assisted the Prophetstown Police Department with the pursuit of a vehicle, that fled while Police were attempting to make a traffic stop.  This

March 23 Benefit for Brayden Houzenga

Join us for a special musical benefit, on Saturday, March 23, 2019, during Spring Valley Talent Night, beginning at 6:00 p.m.  Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, will host a fundraiser for Brayden Houzenga, featuring Trinity Men’s Quartet. Brayden is the 13-year-old son of Roger and Melissa