Editor’s note: This editorial was written by Joe Guzzardi. He is a Californians for Population Stabilization Senior Writing Fellow. Contact him at joeguzzardi@CAPSweb.org. From ecological, financial, and social perspectives, my native California has had a rough year, and 2018 may not be better. Ecologically, the worst disaster to hit California
Due to inclement weather [frigid temperatures], Morrison Community Unit School District schools will start two hours late, on Friday, January 5, 2018. There will be no morning Preschool or Whiteside Area Career Center classes. Early bird starts at 9:30 a.m.
Due to inclement weather [frigid temperatures], Morrison Community Unit School District schools will start two hours late, on Friday, January 5, 2018. There will be no morning Preschool or Whiteside Area Career Center classes. Early bird starts at 9:30 a.m.
Illinois State Police District 1 Troopers issued 279 Citations, wrote 280 Warnings, and made 15 Criminal Arrests during the month. Speeding accounted for 188 citations. Eight citations were issued for Occupant Restraint violations. Eight citations were issued for Distracted Driving violations. Troopers investigated 20 traffic crashes, assisted 78 motorists, and
Morrison Lions, once again, sold and delivered many pounds of delicious ham to community members and the surrounding area. Your support helps us continue to fulfill our motto “We Serve.” Invited guests to our last meeting in December 2017 included Roger Smith from Shambaugh Construction and Jim Strating, representing the
Rockets literally flew across the Assisted Living Lounge of Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, during the Cub Scout Space Derby! Beginning at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, December 14, 2017, 22 youngsters from Pack #328 brought their individually-designed rockets to participate in three fly-offs. In September, the Pack had
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Adrianna N. Housenga, 25, of Rochelle, IL, was arrested on 12/23/2017 at 9:03 a.m., on Interstate 39 at milepost 87 in Lee County, fo ran Outstanding Warrant for Failure to Pay. Housenga posted bond and was released.
Last year, the Morrison Chamber of Commerce proudly introduced the new “Citizen of the Year” award. Nominations are now being accepted for nominations of an individual (or couple) whose volunteerism and outstanding service and dedication have made a significant difference in our Community. Nominees and the winners will be honored
Sterling Municipal Band hosts the 24th Annual Pops Concert on Friday, January 5, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. Doors open to the public at 6:00 at Abiding Word Church, 806 E. Lynn Boulevard, Sterling, IL. Greg Beyer’s Special Guest Artist Group “Acromusical” will perform a musical selection with the band plus
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 12-25-17 at 10:45 a.m. Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies, Morrison Fire, and Morrison Hospital EMS responded to a two-vehicle crash on U. S. Route 30 west of Morrison, IL. A vehicle driven by Sharon D. Vincere, age
Kenneth L. McDonald, 86, of Marion, IA, formerly of Lyndon, IL, died Monday, January 1, 2018, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, IA, following a short illness. Born October 9, 1931, in Orange Township, Knox County, IL, Kenneth was the son of Murle Avery and Martha Ellen (Howarter) McDonald.
Jean E. Kraft, 88, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, December 31, 2017, at Resthave Home in Morrison. At her request, Jean’s body has been donated to the Anatomical Gift Association of Illinois. There will be no funeral service or visitation. The Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is in
Harry Schrodt, Jr., age 74, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, December 31, 2017, at his home. Harry was born April 18, 1943, in Chicago, IL, the son of Harry, Sr. and Mary (Beavers) Schrodt. He married Kathryn Pettrone on April 29, 1967, in Palos Hills, IL, and was employed at
Ella Mae Norman, 94, of Resthave Home in Morrison, IL, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Sunday, December 31, 2017, at Resthave Home. Ella Mae was born September 28, 1923, in Newton Township, IL, to Jacob and Eva (Strating) DeVries. She was educated in the rural Whiteside County grade schools and
Nathan G. Wolf, age 72, of Prophetstown, IL, died Sunday, December 31, 2017, at his home. Nathan was born February 21, 1945, in Sterling, IL, the son of Walter and Louise (Harris) Wolf. He married Elaine Johnson on June 23, 1967, in Rock Falls, IL. She preceded him in death