Church Women United Disband after 50 Years of Service

Marian Osburn submitted this final article. Church Women United (CWU) is a National, ecumenical Christian women’s movement representing Protestant, Roman Catholic, Orthodox, and other Christian women.  Founded in 1941 as the United Council of Church Women, this organization has more than 1200 local and state units in the USA and

Because Nice Matters Award to Advantage One Credit Union

On behalf of nominators, Morrison Chamber of Commerce presented its Because Nice Matters award to Advantage One Credit Union, 204 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 10, 2016.  Chamber Board members presented the November Because Nice Matters award to Sheri Lancaster. Lancaster received multiple nominations. 

Because Nice Matters Award to Cornerstone Family Dentistry

On behalf of nominators, Morrison Chamber of Commerce presented its Because Nice Matters award to Cornerstone Family Dentistry, on Tuesday, November 1, 2016.  The award is in recognition of going above and beyond, in helping their customers of all ages receive the comprehensive dental care they need.  Their friendliness and

What Our Grandfathers Didn’t Talk About

Editors note:  Perhaps only saying “Thank you for your service” is insufficient.  Consider taking action that supports that sentiment.  The author of this November 10, 2016, editorial is unnamed. Most of us recognize that the Americans who served in the military over the last ten years gave up their safety

Veterans Day Tribute November 11

A Veterans Day tribute will be held on Friday, November 11, 2016, at Grove Hill Cemetery, High and N. Genesee Streets, Morrison, IL, beginning at 11:00 a.m.  James Prombo will deliver the remarks.  

PTO Craft Show/Bake Sale December 3

The Elementary PTO Craft Fair Committee urges area communities to mark their holiday calendars for Saturday, December 3, 2016.  The PTO will hold its annual Craft Show and Bake Sale that day, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the Junior High School, 300 Academic Drive, in Morrison, IL. Admission

Landscaping Improvements at Pleasant View

Pleasant View Rehabilitation & Health Care Center recently completed a majorlandscaping project at the facility, 500 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL.  Thanks to the help of Mike VanZuiden, Tom Robbins, and Morrison Black Top, we are ready to show off the new view of our entrance drop off area. Stacked,

Sheriff’s Office Report, November 7

These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 11-06-16 at 11:14 p.m.  Ronald A. Geerts, age 35 of Morrison, IL, was arrested for Improper Lane Usage and two counts of DUI, following a traffic stop at Lyndon and Pilgrim Roads.  Geerts was processed at

Betty A. Edwards (1929 – 2016)

Betty A. Edwards, 86, of Resthave Home in Morrison, IL, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Monday, November 7, 201, at Resthave. Betty was born November 23, 1929, in Mechanicsville, IA, to Harold and Libby (Hartman) Longerbeam.  She was educated in the Mt. Vernon, IA, grade schools and was a graduate

Shirley A. Domack (1936 – 2016)

Shirley A. Domack, 80, of Morrison, IL, went to the Lord peacefully the evening of Monday, November 7, 2016. Shirley was born March 2, 1936, the youngest daughter of the late Raymond and Amanda (Larson) Tollard in Ladysmith, WI.  The Tollard family moved to Oshkosh, WI, where Shirley met and married

November 8 General Election Specimen Ballot

Editor’s note:  There are 46 candidates who deserve to have voters make their preferences known, on Tuesday, November 8, 2016.  Elect, reelect, or cast them out of office.  There also is a Proposed Amendment to the 1970 Illinois Constitution and a Proposition to agree to or disagree with.  Honor your

Vivian Steele (2016)

Vivian Steele, Morrison, IL, died on Sunday, November 6, 2016, in DuPage County, IL. She was the wife of Fred Steele.  He is a Life Member of The American Legion Post #328 in Morrison and has been a member for 72 years. VISITATION:  1:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 16, 2016, at

Program Highlights Laura Ingalls Wilder and Thanksgiving

The Volunteer Millers at de Immigrant windmill in Fulton, IL, will host their monthly public program on Sunday, November 6, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. This event will be held at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 10th Avenue, in downtown Fulton, across from the authentic Dutch windmill.  Sarah Uthoff, lifelong Laura

de Immigrant Volunteers Organized Windmill Conference

 Volunteers from Fulton’s de Immigrant Windmill held an international conference on Monday, October 17, and Tuesday, October 18, 2016.  The conference, which took place at the Windmill Cultural Center in Fulton, IL, was aimed at promoting learning, discussion, and sharing with fellow mill enthusiasts.  Guests to the conference were from