Dear Editor: Whiteside County Sheriff Candidate Chief Deputy John Booker is honored to announce the endorsement from two local Unions. The International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 150 is a proud labor organization, with a long history of representing the interests of working men and women on the job,
Carol Chandler, left, of Dixon, IL, is a retired hospital nurse who likes to do historical research, write, and share her knowledge with others. She is a member of the Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society Board of Directors. On Monday, October 15, 2018, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Chandler
Imagine that you are sitting along the Mississippi River shoreline in Fulton, IL, with fishing pole in hand, drowning a few worms, and enjoying a sunny day. Suddenly, you see something move out of the corner of your eye. That “something” turns out to be a seven-foot-long boa constrictor, that
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, September 28, 2018. Arrests: On Saturday, September 29, 2018, at approximately 12:40 p.m., Morrison Police arrested Lynette S. Makl, age 47 of Morrison, IL, pursuant to an Arrest Warrant issued by Rock Island County, charging
On Monday, October 8, 2018, at 6:00 p.m., Jerry Schnake will present a program titled “Reagan: Dixon’s Lifeguard.” This presentation will take an in-depth look at Ronald Reagan’s lifeguarding summer job, held at Lowell Park in Dixon, IL, from 1926-1931. The Volunteer Millers of de Immigrant windmill will host “Reagan:
Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, reminds all County residents that the last day for voter registration and change of address for the Tuesday, November 6, 2018, General Election, is Tuesday, October 9, at all Deputy Registrar locations and at the County Clerk’s office. Courthouse hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30
In their first joint effort since partnering together, the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office and NAMI Sauk Area will hold a Community Forum, to discuss how mental illness affects individuals, their families, communities, and Law Enforcement. The event is free to the public and will be held Thursday, October 25, 2018,
Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison is pleased to announce our Homecoming Kings and Queens. Our royalty is chosen by staff, residents, and families voting for whom they would like to see crowned. Each king and queen receives a “Resthave Loves Our Mustangs” t-shirt and corsage or boutonniere. They royals
Manuel Salazar, 54, of Sterling, IL, was stopped on 9/26/2018 at 7:56 p.m., at IL Route 40 at Interstate 88 in Whiteside County, after a routine registration check revealed the registered owner had a suspended Driver’s License. Salazar was charged with Driving While License Suspended and released on an I-bond.
George F. Burks, Sr., 61 of Sterling, IL, died Wednesday, October 3, 2018, at CGH Medical Center. George was born June 26, 1957, in Sterling, the son of Earl Everett and Patricia (Carew) Burks. He served in the United States Army. He married Angela (Griffith) Burks on March 4, 1978,
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, October 25, 2018. The building is handicap accessible. Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing. The church is located at the northeast corner
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, October 11, 2018. The building is handicap accessible. Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing. The church is located at the northeast corner
Ladies of the Morrison Community High School Class of ’66 will hold an alumni lunch at noon, on Monday, October 22, 2018, at Happy Joe’s Pizza, 109 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The cost is $10 per person and includes a lunch buffet, drinks, tax, and gratuity. Reservations are required
Ediitor’s note: Jerry Brearton submitted the article and photos. The American Legion Post 328 in Morrison, IL, conducted its annual Ceremony for Disposal of Unserviceable Flags as outlined in Resolution No. 440, on Sunday, September 30, 2018. The ceremony was held at Kiwanis Park in Morrison.
All pet owners are cordially invited to a Blessing of the Animals, on Saturday, October 6, 2018, at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, 401 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. The ceremony will begin at 3:00 p.m., in the church courtyard. The Rev. Father James Brzezinski, Rector, will officiate.