As the school year nears completion, scores of Morrison High School students soon will be honored for their varied achievements. Honors Night will be held in the auditorium on Tuesday, May 10, 2016. At that event, however, a new–adult–award will be introduced by the Morrison Schools Foundation. For the first
The following students at Morrison Junior High School earned placement on the 2015-2016 third quarter Honor Roll. 6th Grade High Honors: Alexandra Allen, Clara Bush, Rachel Coyle, Aaron Freeman, Faith Green, Katherine Henson, Quinn James, Michaela Millard, Hunter Newman, Allison Taylor, Ethan Wiebenga, Macy Williamson, Brady Wolf. 6th Grade Honors:
Morrison Dunlap Masonic Lodge #321 is selling dish cloths as a fundraiser. The Masons support various organizations throughout the community. This includes Boy and Girl Scouts; Little League Baseball and softball; a yearly scholarship for a Morrison High School student.
M and M Bed & Breakfast, 16477 Capp Road, Morrison, IL, has a new telephone contact: 815-441-6897. Owner Marsha Ecker-Heiden offers two “charming and cozy” bedrooms on three acres of family land. The 1880’s home has been recently remodeled. Call the new number to reserve the Sunrise Room ($79) or
Dear Editor: Following is word from the City of Morrison, IL, on infrastructure investment, utility rates, and water safety. Almost daily there is something in the news regarding the fragile and deteriorated condition of the Nation’s infrastructure. We do not have to look beyond the borders of our own community
The Whiteside County Highway Department has announced the lifting of the spring road postings for County Highways. The postings will be lifted on Monday, March 28, 2016. Township roads may vary, so it is suggested that each township be contacted regarding their posting. For questions concerning the postings on County
All Morrison Softball and Baseball games have been cancelled for today, Thursday, March 24, and tomorrow, Friday, March 25, 2016, due to weather conditions. As of this time, make up dates have not been determined.
MHS Filly Abby Vock shows perfect form as she charges for a score. The Morrison High School Fillies Varsity Softball players will hold a Future Fillies Softball Skills Camp for girls 8th grade and under. The camp will be Saturday, April 23, 2016, at the Morrison Sports Complex. The fee
Cheryl “Sue” Chappell, age 68, of Rock Falls, IL, died Thursday, March 24, 2016, at her home. Sue was born January 28, 1948 in Sterling, IL, the daughter of Dean and Mildred (Wagenknecht) Pyse. She married Stevie W. Chappell on December 12, 1979, in Sterling. He preceded her in death
The bases were loaded with support for Morrison High School Senior Ben Tegeler, on Thursday, March 17, 2016, as he signed a Letter of Intent to play baseball at North Central College in Naperville, IL. Gathered to witness this significant occasion in the cafeteria at 2:30 p.m., left-to-right, were MHS
Mary Lynn Robbins, age 55 of Indianapolis, IN, formerly of Clinton, IA, passed away Wednesday March 23, 2016, after a battle with Amyloidosis, at her home in Indianapolis. Mary was born on July 13, 1960, in Berwyn, IL, the daughter of Frank and Marguerite (Hoekstra) VanderMeulen. She graduated from Fulton
THE GOOD NEWS: At Cornerstone Family Dentistry, 521 W. Wall Street, Morrison, IL, Doctors Mindy Hochgesang and Craig Peterson have resolved the previous telephone problems. MORE GOOD NEWS: On Thursday, March 24, 2016, the Morrison, IL, and Davenport, IA, offices will return to traditional landlines, with new phone and fax
Stephanie Godke is known as the Mississippi River Distilling Company’s “Spirited Chef.” See why for yourself! She will present a food program during Wild Winter Wednesdays on Wednesday, March 23, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. Interesting Wednesday morning programs are sponsored by the volunteer educators at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111
Resthave Home residents celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with a social, music, and entertainment by Linda Pasvogel and Gloria DeValle. Residents and staff wore St. Patty’s Day colored hats, beads, glasses, and bows. Green punch and cookies were served. Pictured is JoAnne Glandon wearing her St. Patrick’s Day hat.
The United Way of Whiteside County held their Annual Recognition Campaign Celebration on Wednesday, March 16, 2016, at Bethel Church in Sterling, IL. Over 150 people were on hand when Jennifer Heintzelman, left, received the Outstanding Community Service Award. She was acknowledged for Chairing the 2014 and 2015 United Way