Photos by Jerry Lindsey. Morrison High School students, administration, and faculty gathered in the gymnasium on Monday afternoon, March 7, 2016, in tribute to Payton J. Cook. The 17-year-old student died in a car accident the day before, Sunday, March 6. Students who knew him quickly organized a means to show
Learn more–earn more! Successful futures start at Clinton Community College, 1000 Lincoln Boulevard, Clinton, IA. Start yours with Spring and Summer 2016 Semester classes. Call 563-244-7001 for information; to talk with an adviser; to speak to a department representative.
Superintendent of Schools Scott Vance added to this earlier announcement. Due to recent events, the decision has been made to postpone the Morrison High School Spring Meet the Players and March Madness events, scheduled for Friday, March 11, 2016. “There has been no date set for rescheduling these events. When
Morrison, IL, Police Department would like to raise awareness on another scam that continues and is targeting ComEd customers. This is how the scam is being attempted. Individuals are calling ComEd customers and falsely claiming their electric service will be disconnected, unless payment is made immediately. These impersonators pressure customers
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor Bruce Rauner’s Office that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor of: First Lady Nancy Reagan Gary Tresenriter, City of Morrison, IL, Director of Public Services,
Photos by Nancy Gravert. The 2nd Grade Class of Northside Elementary School, 520 N. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL, proudly presented a music program on Thursday, March 3, 2016, beginning at 6:30 p.m. “In the Wild!” was held down the street, in the Morrison High School Auditorium, 643 Genesee Avenue. There
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Thursday, March 17, 2016, several food and beverage choices will be offered in Morrison, IL, from east-to-west and north-to-south. Choose corned beef and cabbage meals, reuben sandwiches, desserts, and beverages with a nod to the Irish. Below are 19 options, several of which are
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor Bruce Rauner’s Office that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor of: Police Officer (Francis) Scot FitzgeraldofSouth Jacksonville Police Department Gary Tresenriter, City of Morrison, IL,
At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 5, 2016, American Bald Eagle Liberty laid her second egg of the season. If a third egg is in her future, it should arrive Monday, March 7, or Tuesday, March 8. For a bird’s-eye-view of the spring ritual, copy and bookmark this link
Tracy Henson submitted this article and photo. The Sterling, IL, Stingrays hosted their “Bee” Meet on Monday, February 15, 2016. Swimmers had to qualify for this meet by swimming a B time; 13 Seahorses qualified and participated. The Stingrays handed out balloons and medals to the top-three places in each
On 3/5/16 at about 11:42 p.m., Whiteside County Sheriff Deputies responded to a single-vehicle crash on Round Grove Road and Hazel Road, rural Morrison, IL. Investigation revealed a 2009 Chevrolet Impala, driven by Payton J. Cook, 17, of Morrison, was traveling southbound on Round Grove Road, when he lost control
On Sunday, March 6, 2016, Girls Scouts of the USA celebrated Girl Scout Sunday across the Nation. The largest American female organization began on March 12, 1912, in Savannah, GA, at the design of Juliette Gordan Lowe. GSUSA celebrates its 103rd anniversary during the current Girl Scout Week. Some Brownie
Payton J. Cook, 17, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, March 6, 2016, as a result of an automobile accident. Payton was born June 4, 1998, in Iowa City, IA, to Timothy J. Cook and Kaitlin S. “Carri” Van Roekel. He was educated in the Cedar Rapids, IA, grade and high
In February 2016, your Morrison Community Hospital employees celebrated National Wear Red Day, by forming our traditional heart photo. The American Heart Association (AHA) sponsors the annual “Go Red For Women®” to raise awareness of heart disease and stroke in women. Go Red For Women encourages all women to schedule
The Episcopal Church of St. Anne will host a community St. Patrick’s Day Dinner on Thursday, March 17, in the City of Morrison Community Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street. Included are corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, rolls, choice of beverage (water, coffee, or Leprechaun punch),