Food Pantry Open Saturday, March 18

March 18, 2017, is the one-Saturday-a-month day for users to visit Morrison Friends Food Pantry.  It is located in Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.  People should use the N. Knox Street entrance, leading up the steps to adjoining rooms 203 and 205.  The times are from

Happy Pi Day, March 14

Pi is the most recognized mathematical constant in the world. Scholars often consider pi the most important and intriguing number in all of mathematics. The symbol for pi (π) has been used regularly in its mathematical sense only for the past 250 years.  We can never truly measure the circumference

Elder Scammers Attack Morrison Residents

Morrison, IL, residents are being targeted often by scammers, according to Chief of Police Brian Melton, and it has been occurring for years.  Worse, certain local people are being “linked” by the phone bandits, to make the victimizing more believable. A man reported to the Editor that he was called

Girl Scout Sunday with Troop 1504

In honor of Girl Scout Sunday, on March 12, 2017, a half dozen Daisy and Brownie Girl Scouts from troop 1504 participated in church services at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.  March 12 is the 105th anniversary of the founding of Girl Scouts in the United States. 

Lucille C. Dietz (1926 – 2017)

Lucille C. Dietz, 90, of Harbor Crest Home, Fulton, IL, died Monday, March 13, 2017, at the nursing home. Lucille was born December 11, 1926, in Clinton, IA, to Walter K. and Elfrieda (Martensen) Biermann. She was a 1944 graduate of Clinton High School. Lucille married Robert H. Dietz on

Representative McCombie Visited Resthave

Newly-elected member of the Illinois House of Representatives, from the 71st District, Tony McCombie visited Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison IL, on Friday, March 10, 2017.  She toured the Nursing, Assisted Living, and Skilled units and was very impressed with the facility. She took time to speak to several

March 12 Sheriff’s Office Report

These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 3-6-17 at 7:52 a.m.  Whiteside County Deputies conducted a traffic stop within the village limits of Erie, IL. Upon further investigation, Nathan W. Oney, age 35 of Erie, was arrested for Driving While License Revoked. Once

Flora J. Alls (1942 – 2017)

Flora J. Alls, 74, of Erie, IL, died Sunday, March 12, 2017, at her home.  Flora Jean was born June 4, 1942, in Swifton, AR, the daughter of Roy and Hattie (Williford) Fitzwater.  She married John W. Alls in Arkansas, and they later moved to Erie, where they made their

March 13 City Council Agenda

Monday, March 13, 2017, the City of Morrison Council Meeting will convene at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Bid Opening, 513 N. Base Street Board and Commission Reports

Henrietta R. Manon (1925 – 2017)

Henrietta R. Manon, age 92, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, March 12, 2017, at Morrison Community Hospital in Morrison. Henrietta was born January 27, 1925, in Dundee, IL, the daughter of Albert and Sophia (Baumgartner) Schultz. She married Leo Manon on November 2, 1945. He preceded her in death on

Daylight Saving Time Begins Sunday, March 12

A welcome sign of Spring’s approach is Daylight Saving Time, which begins Sunday, March 12, 2017.  Reset all time pieces and appliances ahead one hour on Saturday evening, March 11, or on Sunday. Don’t forget vehicle clocks and watches not currently worn.  Smartphones will adjust themselves while you sleep.

Raymond D. Hook (1933 – 2017)

Raymond D. Hook, 83, of 209 S. Grape Street, Morrison, IL, died Saturday, March 11, 2017, at Resthave Nursing Home in Morrison. Ray was born March 12, 1933, in Morrison, to Sikka and Gertrude (Newendyke) Hook. He was educated in the rural Whiteside County grade schools and was a 1951

Spring Road Postings Lifted

The Whiteside County Highway Department announced the lifting of spring road postings for County highways. Township roads may vary, so it is suggested that each township be contacted regarding their postings. For information, please contact the Highway Department at 815-772-7651.

Girl Scout Week Honors 105 Years

The general public is cordially invited to a Community Girl Scout Sunday Service to initiate Girl Scout Week.  Sunday, March 12, 2017, is the 105th anniversary of the founding of Girl Scouts.  All families and individuals–particularly former Girl Scouts–are welcome at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL,

Fans from 5 Months to 88 Years View Trophy

On Thursday, March 9, 2017, the Chicago Cubs Trophy Tour, presented by State Farm, traveled to Decatur, and Peoria, IL, before arriving in Sterling, IL.  It honors the 2016 World Series Championship won by the National League team.  The last Cubs World Series victory was 108 years ago, in 1908.  Challand