John W. Wimer, 83, of Morrison, IL, formerly of Cambridge, OH, died Saturday, December 3, 2016, at his home. John was born May 28, 1933, in Upshur County, WV, to Ralph W. and Bernice (Cutright) Wimer. He was a graduate of Cambridge High School and attended Ohio University. He served
For the last decade, Morrison, IL, professional photographer Steven A. Siefken, left, has found miniature versions of his art in area homes and businesses. He compiles a dozen compelling color photographs into an annual calendar. The majority of photos are taken in the area, and each calendar has a theme.
Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Kim Ewoldsen estimated “80-to-100” electrified luminaries and 14 bountiful crimson bows were purchased in November 2016, to add to the Christmas ambience of Morrison, IL. The decorative items were financed by a generous donation from Emmanuel Reformed Church’s Voices of Praise, a 90-voice choir. Because
Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Kim Ewoldsen estimated “80 to 100” electrified luminaries and 14 bountiful crimson bows were purchased in November 2016, to add to the Christmas ambience of Morrison, IL. The decorative items were financed by a generous donation from Emmanuel Reformed Church’s Voices of Praise, a 90-voice
During the Morrison, IL, Lighted Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 3, 2016, Don Miller was honored as Christmas Parade Grand Marshal. His exceptional community service and love of Morrison made him a wonderful candidate for this year’s parade. Miller has given so much of his time and effort over the
On Thursday, December 1, 2016, at 11:20 a.m., Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the 2100 block of E. French in Yeowardsville in rural Rock Falls, IL, for a fight in progress involving possible gun shots. Deputies arrived as well as officers from Rock Falls Police, Sterling Police, Illinois State
“Snowflakes and Diamonds,” the latest short film produced by Johnick Petry, of Morrison, IL, debuted on Thursday, December 1, 2016. An audience of over 400 appreciative viewers gathered at Historic Dixon Theatre, 114 S. Galena Avenue, Dixon, IL. The premiere began at 7:00 p.m., with no charge to the public. The
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, November 18, 2016. Arrests: On Thursday, November 24, 2016, at approximately 2:00 a.m., Morrison Police responded to a motor vehicle crash (property damage only; no injuries) in the area of N. Base Street and W.
Throughout the day Saturday, December 3, 2016, the public is invited to place silent auction bids on a collection of handcrafted snowmen, who are on display at Wells Fargo Bank NA,100 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The starting bids open at $20 for this Chamber of Commerce fundraiser. Bidding continues until 7:30
Currently there are two web stores open through Adcraft. Both web stores will be open until early next week. Apparel from both stores will be delivered before Christmas. The links to both stores are included. A Morrison Spirit Wear store is open, for anyone looking for nonsport-specific Morrison apparel, at
Wilma A. Trouth, 94, Dixon, IL, died, Thursday, December 1, 2016, at KSB Medical Center, Dixon. Wilma was born September 16, 1922, in Javer, Germany, the daughter of Anton B. and Ida (Bruns) Koester. She married Robert Lee Trouth on November 30, 1944, in Sterling, IL, at Messiah Lutheran Church.
Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, December 6, 2016, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of November 1, 2016, minutes New Business Tour of
Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, December 6, 2016, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of November 1, 2016, minutes New Business Request to
Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, December 6, 2016, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of November 1, 2016, minutes New Business Request to
Professional Director and Producer Johnick Petry discussed his latest–and local–short film endeavor, on Wednesday, November 30, 2016, the day before the film premieres at Historic Dixon Theatre, 114 S. Galena Avenue, Dixon, IL. This Thursday, December 1, first showing of the movie will begin at 7:00 p.m., with doors opening