Everyone forgets things now and again. Episodes of absentmindedness happen throughout life. Although memory does change as we age, forgetfulness is common for people at all stages of life. Find out more during a Lunch and Learn workshop at Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, August 25,
On Sunday, August 14, 2016, at 6:00 p.m., Spring Valley Church welcomes back The Johnson Strings. This award-winning family group of eight has performed for many years. Their instrumental expertise and tight vocal harmony create a powerful performance. Fiery fiddling, rich depth, soulful melodies, and genre-breaking style draw listeners into
Berneice N. McFalls, 84, of Sterling went home to be with the Lord Friday, August 12, 2016, surrounded by family members at CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL. Berneice was born September 2, 1931, near Morrison, IL, the daughter of James and Nellie Hohlen Fellows. She was preceded in death by
The fourth annual Strides for Students 5K run/walk for all ages will be held at Morrison-Rockwood State Park on Saturday, August 13, 2016, at 8:00 a.m. The 5K starts and finishes near the Cedar Ridge Pavilion in the park and loops through the campgrounds. After entering the park, turn left
The Morrison Community Unit School District #6 Board of Education will conduct a Special Meeting on Wednesday, August 10, 2016, In the Office of the Superintendent, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. The sole purpose of the meeting is to approve new certifiedstaff hires for the 2016-2017 school year. There will
The Morrison Police Department provided the following reminders to our community and especially those playing the Pokémon Go app. Safety Tips Plan and prepare your stops before starting.Be respectful of private property.Be alert to your surroundings.Be careful, especially at night.While operating your mobile electronic device, do not walk, run, or
Editor’s note: Gary Farrall, of Erie, IL, submitted this personal account of internet scammers. A new group of scammers are working the Internet, [using] very polished delivery of false information and actions–including fake pages of information. An aunt in Canada, myself, and a handful of Erie, IL, acquaintances have all
Pursuant to Illinois statutes, this is notification that Morrison Community Unit School District #6 will be applying pesticides to the outside grounds of Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Friday August 12, 2016.
Ryan Nelson, left, is the newest crew member. When asked how long he had been a member, he stated, “Six days.” Anyone with a stong interest can become a member of the
Tracy Henson submitted the article and photos. Eight 10-and-Under Seahorses competed in the Stateline Summer Conference Meet on Tuesday, July 12, 2016, at Byron[, IL,] High School. Morrison hosted the 11 and Over Conference Meet on Wednesday, July 13, and 15 Seahorses participated. Overall the Seahorses had 53 Lifetime Best
A. Joyce Luther, 84, of Windsor Manor, Morrison, IL, died Sunday, August 7, 2016, at Windsor Manor. Joyce was born August 25, 1931, in Chicago, IL, to Karl J. and Alice W. (Wilkens) Bush. She was educated in the rural Whiteside County grade schools and was a graduate of Morrison
Marilynn J. “Lynne” Prentiss, 89, of Windsor Manor, Morrison, IL, died Sunday, August 7, 2016, at Windsor Manor. Lynne was born June 4, 1927, in Rock Island, IL, to Roy R. and Alice M. (Moore) Seefeldt. She was a graduate of Davenport High School in Davenport, IA. Lynne married Duane
Community Preschool has recently moved its classroom to Northside School, 520 N. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL. Unfortunately, due to changes in State fire code regulations, Morrison United Methodist Church no longer meets Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) requirements. The renovations necessary to stay at the church were strongly considered,
Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, and its residents wanted to show their appreciation for all the Morrison Police Department does for the community. In order to do so, several Resthave Home residents delivered lunch to the Morrison Police Department on Monday, August 1, 2016. Included in the lunch
Gary M. Farral submitted this information. Whiteside County Honor Flight Committee is hosting its annual Honor Flight Alumni Picnic, for veterans who have been on an Honor Flight to Washington, D. C. The picnic starts at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 14, 2016, at Morrison-Rockwood State Park, in the Lake