Editor’s note: This news release is from The Associated Press via kwqc.com. On Sunday, October 30, 2016, Morrison Police arrested 24-year-old Carlos Marlo Hernandez-Ventura on two counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted murder. He was held in the Whiteside County Jail, Morrison[, IL]. Authorities will seek to
Angeline Bosma, 88, of Tempe, AZ, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Tuesday, November 1, 2016, in Tempe. Angie was born April 24, 1928, in Edgerton, MN, to Gerard and Hattie (DeMots) Mesman. She was educated in the Edgerton Christian School. Angie married G. James Bosma on September 14, 1950, in
Charges listed below are accusations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 10/29/16 at about 7:59 a.m., Deputies responded to Tampico Road and Fargo Road for a motorcycle crash. Investigation revealed Nicholas J. Smith, 29, of Tampico, IL, was driving a 2003 Buell northbound on Tampico Road,
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, October 14, 2016. Arrests: On Friday, August 19, 2016, at approximately 9:15 p.m., Morrison Police were notified of a fight between juveniles occurring at the Whiteside County Fair. Morrison Police, along with assistance from the
Winners of the Morrison Chamber of Commerce 2016 Halloween Parade Costume Contest are listed below. 0-3 years old Most Original:1st – MaKynlee Shipma 2nd – Ana Parker 3rd – Camden Lachman Cutest:1st – Aubrey Landheer 2nd – Cora Stralow 3rd – Coraline Rider Scariest/Funniest:1st – Kaylin Turner 2nd – Jada
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November 8, 2016, is not only Election Day, but also Odell Public Library’s Film Day. Come out to vote and visit Odell for “Driving Miss Daisy,” a film of great love and patience. This film stars Jessica Tandy and Morgan Freeman. The story covers many years in the lives of Miss
The following Morrison High School scholars qualified for Honor Roll status in the first quarter of the 2016-2017 school year. 4.000 Honor Roll Class of 2017: Kassidee Church, Allison Houldson, Dylan Keller, Lilian Maxfield, Emma Melton, Zachariah Osborn, Allyssa Renner, Elizabeth Schmidt, Emma Sitzmore, Cody Southern, Brooke Stralow, Tessa Vander
The following Morrison Junior High students earned Honor Roll status for the first quarter of the 2016-2017 school year. 6th Grade High Honors: Emma Allison, Ellison Arians, Carter Behrens, Zayden Boonstra, Jerrica Bormann, BayLeigh Brewer, Mark Cyphers, Katherine Eggemeyer, Nelly Gil, Landri Harmon, Madison Haskell, Erika King, Natalie Kitts, Gina
The Morrison Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting nominations for the Chamber Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is the governing organization for the Chamber. It is responsible for management and organization of a number of community events, as well as events to promote local business. The Chamber consists
Barry Dykhuizen, City Administrator of Morrison, IL, rfeportyed, “Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) recently reviewed their 2017-2022 Proposed Highway Improvement Plan. Local [citizens] have an interest in this document, insofar as it indicates whether improvements to Route 78 through Morrison are in the five-year plan. Resurfacing 78 north of Morrison
This year, Trick-or-Treating within the City of Morrison has been designated for Monday, October 31, 2016; hours are 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. The Morrison Police Department offers the following recommendations and safety tips to consider during Trick-or-Treating. Parents are urged to accompany their children. Parents should also know their child’s
The chilly weather inspired Morrison Community Unit School District #6 teachers and staff to initiate a winter clothing drive: “Morrison’s Own Project Bundle Up.” The donation period is Monday, October 24, through Friday, November 18, 2016. MCUSD #6 is looking for new or gently-used winter apparel. All sizes from ages
Southside School, 100 Academic Drive, Morrison, IL, will hold their Halloween Parade at 1:30 p.m., on Monday, October 31, 2016, on the playground. Following will be the 3rd Annual Pumpkin Drop, at approximately 2:00. The public is welcome to attend the seasonal science project. Student groups devise the most effective
Come on out on Saturday, November 12, 2016, for great food, prizes, and fun at Push to the Park Trivia Night, a Friends of the Parks fundraiser, benefiting the Morrison Rockwood Recreational Trail. Trivia Night will be held from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Cross Creek Golf Course, 15523 Henry