NBC Sports Chicago to Air Live Girls Basketball Coverage

NBC Sports Chicago, the home of the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Championships, will air live cross-platform coverage of the 2018 IHSA Girls Basketball State Championships, from Illinois State University’s Redbird Arena in Normal, IL, on Friday, February 23, and Saturday, February 24, (Class 1A and 2A) Friday, March 2,

Sheriff’s Candidates Were Well Met

Five contenders for the office of Whiteside County Sheriff met in the crowded American Legion Hall, 712 4th Avenue, Rock Falls, IL, on Saturday, February 10, 2018.  They were afforded an opportunity to address ten questions before the public, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.  Legion rules set the tone for the

Kelly Wilhelmi Discusses the Sheriff’s Office

The Editor interviewed Whiteside County Sheriff Kelly Wilhelmi, on Monday, February 12, 2018.  The purposes were to obtain budget figures for facilities and programs and accompanying wages learn about administrative duties in the Sheriff’s Office address comments by candidates during a question-and-answer event, hosted by The American Legion Post of

First Presbyterian March Free Community Meals

First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, March 15,  and Thursday, March 29, 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

Special Valentine’s Day Concert at MCH

Members of the Rock River Valley Barbershop Chorus treated our patients and staff to a wonderful concert, featuring love songs to commemorate Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, February 14, 2018. Kathleen Karman, one of our staff members, was selected to receive flowers, chocolates, and a couple of songs dedicated to her.  She

February 20 Park & Rec Advisory Board Agenda

Morrison Park and Rec Advisory Board will meet on Tuesday, February 20, 2018, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Room at 7:00 p.m.  The Agenda follows. 1) Call to Order 2) Roll Call/Attendance 3) Public Comment 4) Approval of Minutes 5) Director’s

Those Running for Election and Where to Vote

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at the following places to wit: PRECINCTS                                                 POLLING PLACE                                                           ADDRESS Fulton 1 & 2                                                  Fulton Presbyterian Church                                            311 N. 9th St., Fulton Fulton 3 & 4                                                  Fulton Presbyterian Church                                            311 N. 9th St., Fulton Genesee                                                       Genesee Township Office                                               22725 Pilgrim

Get Registered to Vote by February 20

Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, wishes to remind all County residents that the last day for voter registration and change of address for the Tuesday, March 20, 2018, General Primary Election, is Tuesday, February 20, at all Deputy Registrar locations and at the County Clerk’s office. Courthouse hours are 8:30

Scholastic Bowl Earns Third Place in Sectional

Editor’s note:  Brian Bartoz is a first-year teacher at Morrison High School.  He teaches Driver Education and American Government and coaches the Scholastic Bowl Team.  Bartoz submitted the article and photos. Morrison High School’s Varsity Scholastic Bowl team achieved a third-place finish in the 35th Annual Illinois Masonic Academic Bowl, Class 1A

Lovie Mae (Palsgrove) Hughes (1928 – 2018)

The Hughes family announces the passing of Lovie M. Hughes, 89, of Sterling, IL, who died Monday, February 19, 2018, in her home. Lovie was born August 13, 1928, in Columbus, KY, the daughter of Jake and Nellie (McDonald) Palsgrove.  She married Everett S. Hughes in Oceola, AR, on August

Delsa Irene Dyke (1922 – 2018)

Delsa Irene Dyke, 95, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, February 18, 2018, at Resthave Home in Morrison, IL.Irene was born December 30, 1922, in Mahomet, IL, to John and Nora (Hammel) Le Fever.  She was the youngest of four children, attended Mahomet schools, and graduated from Mahomet High School in

Beauty Is in the Eye of the Beholder

Many know this adage, but, doubtless, few know who wrote it.  Now you do:  Margaret Wolfe Hungerford (1855-1897.)  Behold the frosty beauty of the morning, on Sunday, February 18, 2018. I think that I shall never see a poem lovely as a tree.  Joyce Kilmer  Learn about a pine tree

First Future Eaglet Was Laid February 15

Editor’s note:  The 2018 season of eagle watching and hatching has arrived.  Bookmark this site to view Liberty and Justice tend their eggs and new fledglings:  https://www.arconic.com/global/en/who-we-are/eagle-cam.asp.  Scroll all the way down to see viewer tracking of five fledglings and viewer commentary, video, and screenshots.  Liberty monitors two eaglets from

Pons Take First in IDTA Kick Division

Morrison High School Pom Pons Coach Katie Jakubs submitted the photo of the squad, after a first place win in the Illinois Drill Team Association (IDTA) 1A Kick Division competition.  The young women competed on Saturday, February 10, 2018, in Springfield, IL. Avary Bielema competed in the Preliminary Solo Division

FFA Reunion Dinner February 21

Future Farmers of America (FFA) will host a reunion dinner on Wednesday, February 21, 2018, at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL.  Doors open at 5:30 p.m.  The meal will be served at 5:45. FFA members at individual tables will lead discussions about what the youth organization has