The Morrison Community Hospital Auxiliary awarded a $500 scholarship to Kelly Pannier, during Morrison High School Honor’s Night, on Tuesday, May 8, 2018. Presenting the award on behalf of the Auxiliary is LuAnn Wieneke. Pannier will attend Mt. Mercy College in Cedar Rapids, IA, to pursue a degree in the
Editor’s note: Morrison High School teacher Brian Bartoz submitted these photos. Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL, opened a three-day run on Friday, May 11, 2018. The stage was transformed into the African jungle, and characters flew through the air like jungle creatures! This show is for all
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois’ Whiteside Service Unit will host a ceremony, presenting Girl Scout highest awards to local Girl Scouts, on Monday, May 21, 2018, at 7:00 p.m., at Northside School, 520 N. Genesee Street, in Morrison, IL. The ceremony will include a Bridging Ceremony, where Girl Scouts at
John M. Dunaway, age 83, of Sterling, IL, died Saturday, May 12, 2018, at his home. John was born February 19, 1935, in Decatur, IL, the son of Noah and Marguerite (York) Dunaway. He served in the U. S. Air Force and later graduated from the draftsman trade school at
Charles H. Vos, 94, of Fulton, IL, formerly of Albany, IL, died on Saturday, May 12, 2018, at Harbor Crest Nursing Home in Fulton. He was born on September 15, 1923, in Galesburg, ND, to Henry and Emma Vos. He married Lois Harvey on March 28, 1952, in Albany. She
Hubert W. Londo, 95, of Morrison, IL, died Friday, May 11, 2018, at Resthave Home in Morrison. Hubert was born March 31, 1923, in Fulton, IL, to William and Dorothy (Dykhuizen) Londo. He was educated in the Kingsbury School of rural Whiteside County, IL. Hubert married Gertrude L. Medema on
CGH Medical Center, located at 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, IL, has acquired the latest in MRI technology, by installing the new Vantage Titan™ from Canon Medical Systems for Sauk Valley residents. CGH will host an MRI Open House on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., for
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, May 4, 2018. Arrests: On Saturday, May 5, 2018, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Morrison Police received a driving complaint and conducted a traffic stop in the 400 block of E. Lincolnway, on a vehicle driven
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton is proud to announce the Helmet Incentive Program again this year. The program, which started in 2009, is to promote bicycle safety among our youth. It is possible only through the continued partnership and support of the DQ Grill & Chill owners Ellen and Bart
Summer Reading Club registration is in full swing at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, for this year’s “Reading Takes You Everywhere” programming. Summer Reading offers five weeks of hands-on activities and entertainment opportunities, for children pre-school age through 8th grade. The goal is keeping kids’ reading
Library friends and supporters raised over $2500 for Odell’s children’s department, during the month of April 2018. That amount will be generously matched by the Modern Woodmen of America, Chapter 2, of Fulton, IL. The Odell Public Library Friends, Staff, and Board extend their heartfelt thanks to all donors for
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, will host an indoor concert on Sunday, May 20, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. Please join us as our worship team leads us in songs that will refocus our hearts, reflect on God’s faithfulness, and rejoice in God’s love. Spring Valley
State Representative Tony McCombie announced on Thursday, May 10, 2018, the release of two Illinois Transportation Enhancement (ITEP) grants and County fair money in the 71st Legislative District. “Northwest Illinois is one of the most beautiful parts of the State, and these dollars will help to develop and grow our
Poultry or “backyard chickens” is a growing hobby. Cities and towns are allowing a few hens and fun supplies including chicks that are readily available. The renewed passion fits right in with gardening and getting back to fresh! Most who keep chickens are motivated by having fresh eggs. Some hatch
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 5-10-18 at 12:29 a.m., Whiteside County Deputies conducted a traffic stop in rural Sterling, IL. Upon further investigation, Michael J. Parcus, age 19 of Dixon, IL, was arrested for Driving While License Suspended, and Kaylon I. Westmorland, age