Coan E. (Rick) Dow, 66, bid farewell to this world at her home in Delray Beach, FL, on January 9, 2014, with her loving daughter, Christina, and caregiver, Mariola, by her side. For twelve years she battled cancer courageously. Coan was born June 1, 1947, in Morrison, IL, to the
On the last day of elementary school, routine classes are routinely substituted by creative activities. Southside third, fourth, and fifth graders enjoyed a talent show of their peers, in the Morrison High School auditorium, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. Beginning at 8:15 a.m., the youngest went first and were then
While shopping at the Morrison Farmers’ Market on Saturday, June 7, 2014, you will be able to purchase supportive Morrison, IL, sports apparel. Buy one for everyone in the family to assist the Morrison High School Football program. Fans will look like a sea of red during the upcoming Alumni
The photos below of an exciting construction project were taken in Morrison, IL, on Sunday, March 23, and Sunday, June 8, 2014, respectively. Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community–the newest residential option for senior citizens in the area–should be ready for occupancy in July. However, the management could not wait to
On Monday, June 9, 2014, 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 Report of
It first appeared that it took a crew of three to make sure the fourth was doing his job correctly, as City of Morrison, IL, Department of Public Works members attacked mud at 11:30 a.m., on Friday, June 6, 2014! The crew, shown left-to-right, were Scott Strobbe, Matt Lancaster, Drew
The Illinois Coaches Association and the Shriners of Illinois host the 40th annual Illinois High School Shrine Game on Saturday, July 12, 2014, at Tucci Stadium on the campus of Illinois Wesleyan University, in Bloomington, IL. The parade and pregame festivities will begin at 3:00, and kick-off is at 6:30.
The first Car Show of the season will be held at Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, June 7, 2014. Registration for exhibitors at the show is $10 and begins at 3:00 p.m.; judging is from 4:30 to 5:30. Thirty awards will be presented at
Start the summer travel season with a community day trip into the past. Morrison Historical Society has arranged an exciting opportunity on Thursday, June 26, 2014, with appeal to adults and younsters. About 50 seats remain aboard the Cheeseman Coach, which will transfer you to and from Historic Auto Attractions
Katie Rider submitted this information for parents. School may be out, but your kids can keep learning! Encourage your child to take time and “Paws to Read” this summer, by signing them up for Odell Public Library’s Summer Reading Club, sponsored by the United Way of Whiteside County. Children preschool-age
Two indispensible and dedicated employees of Shawver Press will be feted at an Open House on Thursday, June 12, 2014. MaryEllen Brackemyer has been employed 40 years. Steve Siefken began work 50 years ago, as soon as he completed Morrison High School. Together they have designed and printed high-quality newspapers,
Following are the scholars of Morrison High School, Morrison, IL, who achieved Honor Roll status for the 2nd semester of the 2013-2014 school year. 4.000 Honor Roll Class of 2014:Hannah Blacklock, Anna Hogue, Brandi Hosford, Daniel Humphrey, Morgan McCulloh, Abby Mickley, Hannah Rillie, Trever Troutman, Cassidy VanZuiden, Brennah Zuidema Class
Following are the scholars of Morrison High School, Morrison, IL, who achieved Honor Roll status for the 4th quarter of the 2013-2014 school year. 4.000 Honor Roll Class of 2014:Shannon Finneran, Allyson Gray, Brandi Hosford, Daniel Humphrey, Morgan McCulloh, Kirsti McNeece, Abby Mickley, Paige Shirk, Trever Troutman, Cassidy VanZuiden, Sarah
Charges listed below are accusations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. 6/1/14 at 10:32 a.m. Pamela H. Martinez-Harris, 27, of Sterling, IL, was arrested for Driving While License Revoked, following a stop on 1st Avenue in Rock Falls, IL. Martinez-Harris was released on a Notice to Appear.
At Iowa State University in Ames, IA, spring 2014 commencement ceremonies granted 4021 students with degrees in four categories: 3357 undergraduate 413 Master’s 147 Veterinary Medicine 104 Doctor of Philosophy. In addition, of those receiving bachelor’s degrees, 901 graduated “With Distinction,” and 105 were members of the Honors Program. Two