Bob and Nancy Shambaugh, Morrison, IL, proudly announce the graduation of their daughter, Ruthann Shambaugh, from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, IL. On Monday, May 9, 2016, she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary/Middle School Education. Shambaugh received her first Bachelor’s Degree from Northern Illinois University in 2005 and an
Bob and Nancy Shambaugh, Morrison, IL, proudly announce the graduation of their daughter, Ruthann Shambaugh, from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, IL. On Monday, May 9, 2016, she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary/Middle School Education. Shambaugh received her first Bachelor’s Degree from Northern Illinois University in 2005 and an
David A. Roman, 76, of Prophetstown, IL, died at his home on Wednesday, June 15, 2016, from complications of ALS. David was born September 15, 1939, in Sterling, IL, to Robert and Lucile (Johnson) Roman. He was educated in the Prophetstown Grade School and graduated from Prophetstown High in 1957.
Fred G. Hans, 81, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, June 15, 2016, at his home. Fred was born May 13, 1935, in Sterling, IL, to Martin and Hazel (Humphrey) Hans. The past 36 years he farmed for Gail Rogers of GRR Farms in Morrison. Fred especially enjoyed his Sunday shopping
Tickets are on sale for Sterling Main Street’s annual 50/50 raffle. This is the 3rd year for the raffle, which kicked off sales during Main Street’s May 22nd car show. Tickets will be on sale through Saturday, July 23, 2016. The winner will be drawn that evening during Main Street
Morrison Chamber of Commerce and its sponsors offer an opportunity to declutter your living space, with the 6th annual Community Recycling Day. Rain or shine, the event is form 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at a new location: Morrison Junior High, 300 Academic Drive, Morrison, IL. Enter only from IL
Morrison City Council will hold a Special Council Meeting on Thursday, June 16, 2016, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Items for
The Morrison, IL, Mayor, City Council, and Morrison Historic Preservation Commission are pleased to announce the revival of the Building Improvement Program. This cost-share program, last funded in 2009, is designed to offer a means of assisting property owners with refurbishing buildings located within a Morrison Historic District or registered
The American Legion Post #328 in Morrison, IL, will perform The Ceremony for Disposal of Unserviceable Flags, pursuant to Resolution 440 of The American Legion, on Sunday, June 26, 2016, at Kiwanis Park. Kiwanis Park is on Norrish Road between Orange Street and Genesee Street, northwest of Grove Hill Cemetery.
When I was a youngster, my family often took a Sunday drive for entertainment. Leaving Des Moines, IA, and driving “out to the country” offered new vistas and summer breezes with the windows down. Sometimes my siblings and I would sing or play “I Spy.” Not much ever happened along
On Thursday May 26, 2016, members of the Fulton, IL, Chamber of Commerce attended a ribbon-cutting for Fulton Martin House Museum. This event took place to celebrate Martin House’s acceptance onto the National Register of Historic Places. As the only local building in Fulton to recieve this designation, the City
Cornerstone Family Dentistry, 521 W. Wall Street, Morrison, IL, will host a One Year Anniversary celebration and Patient Appreciation Day, on Friday, June 24, 2016. Patients and the general public are invited to celebrate with Dr. Mindy (Melinda) Hochgesang; her brother, Dr. Craig Peterson; their staff. From 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.,
Marvin E. Zaagman, 94, of Resthave Nursing Home, Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, June 14, 2016, at the nursing home. Marvin was born September 23, 1921, in Fenton, IL, to John and Grace (Schaver) Zaagman. He was educated at the Green School of Lyndon, IL. On October 5, 1943, he married
Calling all golfers! Come support your 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade football teams. Your participation is needed during the Morrison Junior Tackle Golf Outing Four Person Scramble, on Saturday, June 18, 2016. The shotgun start is at 10:00 a.m. at Cross Creek Golf Course, 15523 Henry Road, Morrison, IL.
Virginia Van Zuiden, 79, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, June 13, 2016, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA. Virginia was born May 7, 1937, in Clinton, IA, to Edward T. and Pauline B. (Stone) Schuler. She attended Clinton grade schools and was a graduate of Morrison