Marcie L. Leonard, 95, of Sterling, IL, died Tuesday, October 21, 2014, at Good Samaritan Prophets Riverview, Prophetstown, IL. Marcie was born on March 27, 1919, in Marion County, MO, the daughter of Birdette (Young) and Nellie Gabe Wood Simmons. She married Clare “Pete” Leonard on November 8, 1941, in
A celebration took place on Sunday, October 19, 2014 in downtown Morrison. A street closure complete with a band and lots of baked goods to help Liz Fishbach celebrate her two years in business on the main street. Many residents came out to enjoy the great food, music, and several
Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson St., Morrison IL will be hosting trick or treat at the hospital on Saturday, October 25, 2014 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. (after the Halloween Parade). Bring your ghosts and goblins for some extra special treats!
Morrison Community Hospital Auxillary presents a Book and Gift Fair on Friday, October 24, 2014, at Morrison Community Hospital Lobby, 303 North Jackson Street, Morrison IL., from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Lots of great books and gift items for the holidays. Get started early on your holiday shopping! Items are
Stop by Morrison Community Hospital at 303 North Jackson Street, Morrison IL, for your Fall Health Screening. Screenings take place October 20, 2014 through October 24, from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Fasting for at least 10 hours prior to testing is required.Screenings available include Lipid Profile (Cholesterol, HDL and
Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, announces early voting for the November 4th, 2014 General Election. Any valid registered voter in Whiteside County may vote during the early voting period after showing proper identification, however, any vote cast is final, and may not be revoked, and the voter is not eligible
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Sauk Area, will meet on Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.,at the Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL Rt. 2, Dixon, IL. This meeting provides education as well as support to families struggling with a diagnosis of mental illness in a relative or friend. NAMI
Working to bring state and local resources to seniors, State Senator Mike Jacobs, (D–Moline), and Rock Falls Mayor, Bill Westcott, are hosting a free Senior Resource Fair on October 22, 2014, in Rock Falls, IL. It will be held at the Rock Falls Community Building, 603 W. Kent Street, Rock
Carol H. Langman, of Doylestown, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 20, 2014, at Doylestown Hospital. She was 86. She was the beloved wife of the late I. Michael Langman. Born in Roscoe, IL, on October 7, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Loyal Schuler and Hallie
OFFICIAL SPECIMEN BALLOT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 4, 2014 I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS SPECIMEN BALLOT IS A TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF THE OFFICES, CANDIDATES AND/OR PROPOSITIONS TO BE VOTED IN THE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN WHITESIDE COUNTY ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER
An Open House was held on Friday, October 17, 2014, to thank Corrine Bender for all her years of service as Director to the Morrison Chamber and the MADC. A cake and refreshments were served by the Chamber Board. Many local business owners attended, to extend their best wishes to
St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL, is showing the movie, “God’s Not Dead,” (PG13), on Sunday evening, October 26, 2014, at 6:00 p.m. The community is invited to attend. There is no admission fee. Popcorn and soda will be available. This movie is best suited for
Ronald L. Temple, 79, of Fulton, IL, died Friday, October 17, 2014, at Harbor Crest Nursing Home in Fulton. Ronald was born October 30, 1934, in Fulton, to David and Jennie (Huizenga) Temple. He was educated in the Fulton Community Christian Grade School, and attended Fulton High School. Ron had
Editor’s note: Susan Jakobs is a professional dog trainer. She will submit a series of articles designed to “build” a better dog. She offers six-week training classes in Rock Falls, IL, and is currently training therapy dogs for CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Contact Jakobs about classes or with questions
This essay was complied by Morrison Community Hospital CEO, Pam Pfister. The first emergency health measures in Morrison, IL, were organized by the Women’s League in a residence they owned at the corner of Lincolnway and Genesee Street. In 1930, Dr. W. J. Maurits opened an office on the first