Desert Storm Veterans of the 1644th Transportation Co. Army National Guard Unit, based out of Rock Falls, IL, will hold a 25-Year Desert Storm reunion, Saturday, June 25, and Sunday, June 26, 2016, in Rock Falls. Saturday, June 25, will begin with an adult gathering at the Rock Falls American
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 15440 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, will host two concerts this weekend. Also, the church will be recognizing farmers. We invite you to bring or drive your tractor to both events. Please arrive with tractor about an hour before the programs. All ages are welcome to attend.
Russell L. Spencer, 88, of Walnut, IL, died Thursday, June 23, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Born August 2, 1927, in Rock Falls, IL, he was a son of Toby O. and Etta Mae (Crotts) Spencer. He was united in marriage to Ellen “Boots” Von Holten on
City of Morrison Director of Public Works Gary M. Tresenriter announced, “On Saturday, June 25, 2016, Union Pacific Railroad will be making some minor repairs at Jackson, Genesee, and Orange Street crossings. Union Pacific officials assured me that only one crossing will be closed at a time and only for
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois is opening Early Bird registration for the annual Thin Mint Sprint. Organize your team of runners or walkers. This family-friendly event is all about getting outdoors to support an active healthy lifestyle. Invite friends and family to join in. Individuals are welcome, too. Register online
On Thursday, June 16, 2016, Resthave Home presented its annual Ice Cream Social. Over 300 peopled attended this event held at 408 Maple Aveune, Morrison IL. Area Churches donated baked goods once again. Ukulele Connection, local musicans, left-to-right, Aaron Johnson, Paul Engwall, and Jim Roeder, played and entertained everyone in
Gary Tresentiter, City of Morrison Public Works Director, stated repairs to Wall Street were delayed until the weekof Monday, June 27, 2016.
In preparation for the upcoming Fourth of July holiday celebration, Resthave Home’s community craft this month was making a patriotic wreath. Each wreath was made of cloth bandanas, attached to a wire frame. Residents of the Home and community members from Morrison, IL, tied strips of bandanas to the wire
At 7:40 p.m. on Wednesday, June 22, 2016, a tornado warning was issued for the Morrison, IL, area. Citizens are urged to take shelter immediately. Go to the lowest level of a building, away from exterior walls and windows.
Whiteside County, as Trustee, has completed their tax deed proceedings on real estate properties that were delinquent for 2012 and prior real estate taxes. The County, as Trustee, will now offer for sale to the public the real estate obtained. They will offer approximately 15 items through a sealed bid
The Morrison Community Preschool is pleased to announce the hiring of Jen Wolf as the new Director/Teacher. Wolf is from Downers Grove, IL. While pursuing an Elementary Education degree, she completed clinical experiences in West Chicago, and Rochelle, IL. She participated in a yearlong student-teaching experience in Elburn, IL, where
On Monday, June 27, 2016, 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 Board and Commission Reports Morrison Historic Preservation Commission Park
Golfers, take note of these event details for the upcoming April House Advocacy Center Golf Outing. It is two weeks later than last year and will be Saturday, July 30, 2016. Tee-off is at 9:00 a.m. at Cross Creek Golf Course, 15523 Henry Road, Morrison, IL. The four-person, best-ball scramble
Clinton Community College, Clinton, IA, has announced the Spring 2016 President’s and Deans’ Lists of area Illinois scholars.
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, June 10, 2016. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 06-10-16 Ana E. Johnson 56 Rock Falls, IL Disobeying Traffic Control Device 06-10-16 Marguerite A. Clark 83