Lois Ann Wiebenga, 91, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Resthave Care and Rehabilitation in Morrison. Lois was born January 28, 1934, in Fulton, IL, to Martin C. and Inez M. (Bonneur) Balk. She attended Fulton grade schools and graduated from Fulton High School in 1951.
Lewis J. Beggs, Jr., age 89, passed at his son Dewey R. Beggs’s home, on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Lewis lived with Dewey six years prior to his passing. Lewis was born on June 22, 1935, in Sterling, IL, the son of Lewis and Florence (Anderson) Beggs, Sr. He
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton IL, welcomes The Foresters to their outdoor stage, on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. We will serve Root Beer Floats after the concert! Join us for an evening of praise and worship. A free-will offering will be received.
Are you curious about those two, tiny cabins along W. Lincolnway? Would you be surprised to learn at one time they served as homes for two families? Morrison Historical Society will host a free program on Sunday, June 8, 2025, with presenter Jon Gentz. Gentz loves local history. He
The Editor will be out of town from Thursday, May 29, through Sunday, June 1, 2025. Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey will be available to receive information. Contact him at jer.lindsey@gmail.com or 815-441-4603.
Judy Holesinger submitted the press release. Come join the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the authentic, de Immigrant windmill, in downtown Fulton, IL, on Saturday, June 7, 2025, and Sunday, June 8. Bring the family and a means to take photographs. Inside the Windmill Cultural Center is an impressive collection
Robert (Bob) L. Atherton, age 89 years and 316 days, was welcomed to his heavenly home Sunday, May 25, 2025, in Morrison, IL. Bob was born in Thomson, IL, on July 10, 1935, to Merle and Ihla (Jones) Atherton. He attended Thomson schools. He and his twin brother (co-adventurer/troublemaker,
Carol J. (Foster) Wiersema, 85, of Morrison, IL, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Homestead Assisted Living & Memory Care of Morrison. Carol was born June 17, 1939, in Davenport, IA, to Albert and Gertrude (Voss) Foster. She graduated from Erie High School in 1957 and went
Lamont Lee Farthing, 69, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, May 26, 2025, at his home. Lamont was born October 23, 1955, in Fort Hood, TX, to Lawrence and Carrol (Anderson) Farthing. He attended the Clystic Grade School in rural Whiteside County and graduated from Morrison High School. Lamont served
Photos are compliments of Social Studies and Driver Education Teacher Brian Bartoz. At 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 25, 2025, Morrison High School held the 153rd Commencement Exercises in the gymnasium. Fifty-nine students were eligible to graduate, as of May 23. Band and choir members added music to the
On Monday, May 26, 2025, at approximately 1:45 p.m., Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office Telecommunications received a report of a motorist assist on Cooper Road, near the intersection of Smit Road. The caller reported the individual’s vehicle had been stranded for hours. A Deputy arrived to the location, and spoke
On Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at approximately 12:00 Noon, Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office Telecommunications received a 911 call, reporting a traffic crash with injuries on U.S. Route 30, in front of Crystal Lake in Rock Falls, IL. Initial investigation by responding Deputies determined a white, Lexus SUV, operated by
Regino “Reggie” J. Marruffo, age 74, of Sterling, IL, died Monday, May 26, 2025, at his home. Reggie was born March 7, 1951, in Sterling, the son of Benito and Jovie (DeLeon) Marruffo. He married Debra Tyler on October 31, 2008, in Sterling. Reggie was employed at GE for
Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s annual outdoor Pops Concert will begin at 6:30 p.m., Sunday, June 1, 2025, in the music shell at Clinton’s Riverview Park. The concert is free and open to the public in appreciation for public support through the past 71 years. Conductor Brian Dollinger has programmed some
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes Local Talent and a Message from Rev. John Byker to their outdoor stage, on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Join us for an evening of praise and worship. A free-will offering will be received. In case