Due to wearher conditions, there will be no services on Sunday, December 31, 2017, at Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL.
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Editor’s note: This essay was written by Dick Polman. He is the National political columnist at NewsWorks/WHYY in Philadelphia , PA, (newsworks.org/polman) and a “Writer in Residence” at the University of Pennsylvania. Email him at dickpolman7@gmail.com. In honor of Donald Trump’s most towering achievement–no previous President can touch his talent
Viola M. Stralow, 99, died December 28, 2017, at her Windsor Manor home in Morrison, IL, following a short illness. She was born January 24, 1918, in Lyndon Township, the daughter of Joseph and Mildred Wood. She was educated in Lyndon schools. In December 1935, she married Mervin F. Stralow
City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen noted, “The City of Morrison Aldermen each have an email address and stand by ready to hear from residents throughout the community. Please do not hesitate to reach out to your Alderman to learn more about City activities.” “If you are not sure of your Ward,
Robert “Heusie” W. Heusinkveld, 83, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, December 24, 2017, at Morrison Community Hospital in Morrison. Robert was born September 11, 1934, in Morrison to Alvin and Alice (Decker) Heusinkveld. He was educated in the Morrison grade schools and was a 1953 graduate of Morrison High School
Through involvement in local churches and organizations, many of you took a tag to purchase a Christmas gift(s) for Morrison, IL, children who might not have received much for Christmas. Several private individuals took a family to buy for. Advantage One Credit Union took 50+ children’s names and made a
Morrison, IL, firefighters prepare for Christmas in the month of November during the Morrison Fire Department “Caring for Our Community” toy drive. Generous Community members help by donating toys or money to purchase them. Annually, MFD distributes toys to local school children in need. Families are eligible if they have
As our 2017 annual campaign heads into 2018 at 84% of our goal, here at the United Way of Whiteside County, we want to take this opportunity to thank you for all your contributions and to wish you the happiest of holidays and a Happy New Year, too. As you
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, December 8, 2017. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 12-12-17 Kara L. Koett 29 Sterling, IL Speeding 12-15-17 Ross E. Horr 53 Chicago, IL Improper
The upcoming holidays will bring family and friends together to close out 2017. Unfortunately, some will choose to make life-threatening driving decisions while behind the wheel. Lieutenant Carl Heintz, District 1 Interim Commander, encourages everyone to enjoy the holidays, but to do so responsibly. Lt. Heintz would also like to
The Illinois State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on December 21, 2017, at 5:07 p.m., on I-39 southbound, at milepost 89 in Lee County. A 2005 Nissan minivan driven by Joseph L. Clark, 23 of Chicago, IL, was traveling southbound on I-39, when the vehicle left the roadway and
White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (Whoa) will participate in Sullivan’s Foods Holiday Fun Money for Non-profit Organizations event on Saturday, December 23, 2017, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Whoa will have volunteers at the store to assist customers, bag groceries, do price checks, get carts, etc. Tawny Wiersema stated, “In
Clara Belle Goodenough, age 86 of Morrison, IL, passed away, Thursday, December 21, 2017, at Resthave Nursing Home in Morrison. Clara was born on February 28, 1931, to Rensie and Ella Geerts. She graduated from Morrison High School in 1948. She married Orville Goodenough, Jr. on November 26, 1950. She
In preparation for their toy distribution on Thursday, December 21, 2017, Morrison Firemen, spouses, parents, and other volunteers gathered to wrap a multitude of donated gifts. The two newest volunteers were part of the wrapping brigade. Travis Van Zuiden, left, age 30, and David Dykstra, 34, are shown holding their