Morrison Athletic Boosters list the following sport events for the week of Monday, November 4, 2024.
Election Judge Denise Bramm stated, “It was the biggest turnout we’ve every had,” about the Tuesday, November 5, 2024, General Election. “In the past we have [seen] over 600 voters.” Citizens of all ages averaged 25 people an hour in a steady stream, throughout the day. Two minutes before
RiverChor Community Choir turns 20 this year, and you’re invited to celebrate with us! Founded in 2004 by Rob and Thea Engelson with a group of dedicated Messiah Singers, the choir has grown to 50 members. They hail from across the Gateway Area of Iowa and Illinois. On Sunday,
The Bosma-Renkes Funeral Homes and Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home would like to invite everyone to attend their annual Holiday Remembrance Program. It will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2024, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., at their Morrison Chapel, 404 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The Holiday Remembrance Program is a
Roberta Jean Lane, 85, of Morrison, IL, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, in Morrison. Roberta was born October 21, 1939, in Fulton, to Jacob and Edna (Morgan) Houzenga. She was educated in the rural Whiteside County Grade Schools and was
Morrison High School will host a Veterans Day Recognition Assembly on Thursday, November 7, 2024, from 11:40 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. The assembly in the school’s auditorium will provide an opportunity for students and staff to recognize those who have served in the Armed Forces. In addition, students in
Dr. Troy A. Greene, age 56, of Dixon, IL, died Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Loyola Medical Center. Troy was born March 4, 1968, in Detroit, MI, the son of Ben and Iva Jean (Robbins) Greene. He was employed at Reynold for 30 years and later at Allied Locke
Carol L. Vail, 82, of Homestead Assisted Living & Memory Care, of Morrison, IL, died Friday, November 1, 2024, at Homestead. Carol was born June 23, 1942, in LaSalle, IL, to Ralph and Dorothy (Harper) Constanzo. She was a 1960 graduate of Henry-Senachwine High School in Henry, IL. On
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois (GSNI) received a generous $29,290 grant from Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Funds from this grant will be used to support the organization’s Project Opportunity programs in Rockford, and Elgin, IL. The grant supports paid facilitators–who will conduct
Karla Burn, Marketing Director, submitted this press release and photos. Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, hosted their annual Family Fun Day on Sunday, September 29, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Over 600 people attended this entertaining, free event. Residents voted on the best-colored
The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, October 28, 2024, with a departmental report from Recreational Services Director, Nathan Jacobs. He stated that fall Flag Football had 77 youth sign-ups to participate, and that Soccer sign-ups totaled 83. The painting of the Public Works Facility located, at 15947 E.
From 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., on Saturday, November 9, 2024, CGH Medical Center, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, IL, will hold low-dose, lung cancer screenings. For those who meet the eligibility requirements, listed in the chart below, an order from their physician is required for screening. For eligibility
Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 3, 2024. The American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms to make sure the devices are working, as they turn their clocks back. IF YOU NEED HELP: If you cannot afford to purchase smoke alarms, or are physically unable
Glenn Harold Peterson, age 77, died Oct. 29, 2024, at MercyOne Medical Center in Clinton, IA, due to complications from nasopharyngeal (throat) cancer, first diagnosed in 2003. He had two lengthy remissions and several shorter remissions from this persistent cancer. Glenn was born September 9, 1947, in Morrison, IL
Deacon Arthur C. Donart, Ph. D., SFO (ret.} wrote this essay. I have been an ordained Roman Catholic clergyman for 40 years.Frequently I have listened to people say. “Religion has no business involving itself in politics.” If by that they mean their Pastor should not be advocating how they