Jane A. Nelson, 71, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, July 4, 2018, at her home. Jane was born October 10, 1946, in Morrison, to Charles F. and Nellie I. (Neary) Stichter. She married Robert E. Nelson on November 29, 1963, in Morrison. Janie was employed by General Electric in Morrison
It is always a delight when Fran Riley, KWQC Channel 6 Features writer, comes to Whiteside County to interview local citizens. His sincere interest and warmth make for personal, enlightening features. Prior to the Fourth of July, Riley prepared material on Fred Steele of Lyndon, IL, during a home visit,
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that–weather permitting–pavement patching on U. S. 30 from Hillandale Court to Bartlet Street in Morrison, IL, will begin on Monday, July 9, 2018. G. M. Sipes Construction, Inc. will be installing concrete patches with new curb and gutter, on the $532,832 project to improve
Owner and Publisher of the online newspaper Aroundptown.com submitted this official notice on Monday, July 2, 2018: https://aroundptown.com/detail.php?s=its-back-prophetstown-fireworks-are-a-go.
Brian Bartoz supplied the photographs. Editor’s note: The local service organization, Wa-Tan-Ye, hosted a brunch on Saturday, June 30, 2018, in the Fellowship Hall of Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Morrison Junior High School Counselor Jackie Wiersema was the Guest Speaker. She was accompanied by her
Clinton Community College, Clinton, IA, has announced the Spring 2018 President’s and Deans’ Lists of area Illinois scholars. President’s List students must earn a minimum of six credit hours and 4.0 GPA during the term. Albany: Tina Naftzger Chadwick: Ashlyn Shores Fulton: Terra Easley, Kimberly Holland, Steve Ketelsen, Matthew Mitchell,
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 6-25-18 at 7:20 p.m. A citizen reported a vehicle all over the roadway traveling eastbound on U. S. Route 30 entering Morrison, IL. Deputies stopped the vehicle driven by Shane S. Higdon, age 44 of Morrison.
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is resumed innocent until proven guilty. On 6/30/18 at 11:41 a.m. Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies, along with Erie EMS, and Prophetstown/Lyndon Fire Protection District and EMS, responded to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of IL Route 78 (Crosby Road) and Moline
Pack the car for a patriotic day in Prophetstown State Park, along the Rock River in Prophetstown, IL, on Wednesday, July 4, 2018. Celebrate the 54th annual 4th of July observance with fun for all ages throughout the day. Glorious fireworks conclude the celebration at dusk. Bring insect repellent and a
Whiteside County Soil and Water Conservation District will sponsor a cover crop workshop on Tuesday, July 17, 2018, led by Dean Oswald. It will be held at the farm of Bill Holesinger on Frog Pond Road, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The workshop will be limited to 50 participants, so
The 11th annual Whiteside County Barn Tour is Saturday, July 7, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday, July 8, 2018, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Each day’s self-guided, driving tour begins at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds Round Barn, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL. This is the
The Morrison Rotary Club celebrated the transition of our outgoing President Dr. Brad Yaklich, right, and incoming President Ron Coplan, center. Dr. Yaklich presented Coplan with a plaque to thank him for the decades he has served as our weekly newsletter publisher. Dr. Yaklich presented a plaque to Phil Renkes
Whiteside County Democratic Candidate for Sheriff Lieutenant John Booker and his supporters held events on Saturday, June 23, and Sunday, June 24, 2018. Both were opportunities to meet the public, gather support, have fun, and enjoy pleasant summer weather. On Saturday, Booker and his team were a walking entry in
The local Bethesda Blaze Relay For Life Team of the American Cancer Society would like to thank all who supported their fundraising events this past year. Whether you came to one of the breakfasts at DQ Grill & Chill, attended their Scotch Doubles Bowling event, donated to or purchased something
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Sunday, June 24, 2018. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 6-23-18 Thomas E. May 43 Morrison, IL Driving While License Revoked 6-27-18 Adam M. Rumfelt 30