This is merely a charge, and the person is presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 7/30/18 at about 2:44 p.m., Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a three-vehicle traffic crash on U. S. Route 30, just west of Como Road, in rural Sterling, IL. Susan E. Bart, 56, of
The Friends of the Parks held two drawings for bicycles at the Morrison Sports Complex, during the City of Morrison Summer Extravaganza event, on Saturday, July 28, 2018. The fortunate children are shown below. Friends of the Parks stated, “Congratulations to Ivy Mills on winning one of the bikes at
A pleasant, dry evening had been “arranged” for the enjoyment of vendors, groups, and numerous participants, during the annual Evening Farmers’ Market, along Main Street, Morrison, IL. The Wednesday, July 26, 2017, event began well enough at 5:00 p.m., expecting to conclude at 8:00. Crowd attendance was reported as good.
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 7-29-18 at 2:42 a.m. Whiteside County Deputies responded to the report of a single-motor vehicle crash in rural Lyndon, IL. Deputies discovered a vehicle that was driven by Sienna N. Montiel, age 22 of Prophetstown, IL,
Marlene Buikema, of Morrison Family Health Clinic, 635 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, announced, “Our Nurse Practitioner, Becky West, is retiring, and we are hosting a retirement party at our clinic for her. She has worked along side Dr. Mark Woods for 25 years and was the first Nurse Practitioner Medical
The annual Rock River Turtle Race will take place Saturday, August 4, 2018, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., at the Bowman Park Gazebo, in Rock Falls, IL. Many years ago, Rock Falls, IL, had their very own Rubber Ducky Races along the Rock River. The ducks would be dropped at
Editor’s note: Jerry Brearton, American Legion Post 328 Finance Officer and Sergeant-at-Arms, submitted this press release and photos. American Legion Post 328 in Morrison, IL, granted two, July 2018, Commander’s Awards for years of outstanding service. The prestigious awards were presented by Commander Terry Jones. Cake and ice cream
Editor’s note: Marie Popkin supplied this information. The Morrison High School Mustangs will open a new season on Friday, August 24–just 24 days away! Here is the 2018 schedule, last season’s records, and enrollments for our Illinois opponents’ schools. The Mustangs’ record last year was four wins and five losses,
Bob Medema, 64, of Erie, IL, passed away Sunday, July 29, 2018 at home surrounded by his family. Bob was born on May 27, 1954, in Geneseo, IL, the son of Gib and Carol Medema. He married Becke Hopson on March 23, 1974, in Erie. Bob was a farmer, a
On Saturday, July 28, 2018, at approximately 1:27 a.m., the Illinois State Police (ISP) responded to a traffic crash on IL 72 at Oak Court in Ogle County. ISP Troopers arrived and found Unit 1, a 2003 Dodge pickup, had been traveling eastbound on IL 72. Unit 2, a 2007
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, July 20, 2018. Arrests: On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, at approximately 10:55 p.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Nathan G. Shipley, age 35 of Morrison, IL, on Heaton Street
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, July 20, 2018. Arrests: On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, at approximately 10:55 p.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Nathan G. Shipley, age 35 of Morrison, IL, on Heaton Street
“Come join us for our 5th annual Theater Arts Camp. Each day your child will be guided in warm-up acting games, dance instruction, role playing, and other theater arts, and easy crafts. A performance for family and friends will conclude the week. A small snack will be provided daily. We hope
Recycling is a great way to take care of our environment and preserve our resources. Several years ago the Morrison Chamber of Commerce started a great initiative, by sponsoring a Community Recycle Day. The baton for this project has been passed to the Morrison Lions Club, and we look forward
Editor’s note: Susie Vogel took this photo of the Wapsipinicon River. Would you like to have your creativity displayed in homes in our community? Submit your photos that capture the beauty of the Gateway Area. With the goal of sharing images of the community in a 2019 wall calendar, Citizens