Due to the COVID-19 virus the Sunday, May 17, 2020, Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society has cancelled its program on President and General U. S. Grant. Both museums are closed until permission is given to reopen. Contact the Curator at 815-622-6215. The organization’s newsletter included insightful articles from the Sterling Daily
Editor’s note: Photos were taken Wednesday, May 6, 2020. Voting is now open on the website https://www.arconic.com/eaglecam/ to name the 2020 eaglets. Voting will continue through Thursday, May 14; people can only vote once. The winning names will be announced on Friday, May 15. All names were suggested by people
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, May 1, 2020. Arrests: No arrests to report.
Editor’s note: The photo was taken at the 2019 Morrison Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. This year marks the 10th Anniversary for Wealth Advisor, Joe Mills. Mills began his career with First Wealth Financial Group in 2010, after being introduced to Breton Williams, First Wealth Financial Group CEO and Wealth
Driver Education and American Government Teacher Brian Martoz reported, “Thirteen Morrison High School students have been selected for induction into Morrison High School’s chapter of the National Honor Society. They were selected based on academic credentials (GPA of 3.5 or higher); involvement and leadership in school and community activities; service
Karla Burn, Marketing Director, reported, “Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, made and delivered 99 May Day baskets for all of our Residents.” She stated there are 35 residents in the Assisted Living wing and 64 residents in the Long Term and Skilled Care area. “We are
Due to continued precautions with the spread of COVID-19 and to insure the health and safety of the consumer and our staff, the annual spring Fulton Plant Sale will be cancelled. Difficulty securing a public site, volunteers, and plant supply all contributed to the decision. We hope to return in
Morrison, IL, Police Chief Brian Melton is proud to announce the Helmet Incentive Program again this year. The program, which started in 2009, is to promote bicycle safety among our youth. It is only possible through the continued partnership and support of the DQ Grill & Chill owners Ellen and
St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 601 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, has suspended on-site worship services until further notice. “We are posting video worship services online (Youtube and Facebook) and emailing bulletins to follow along. Our members are encouraged to contact the church Office, at 815-772-3386, to get on the
First Presbyterian Church, Morrison, IL, continues to offer services live via their Facebook group every Sunday at 10:15 a.m. Reverend Dr. Michael Selburg reported, “Services are left on the page, so folks can view at their leisure.” Click here to watch: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstpresmorrison. Free Community Meals are canceled until further notice.
Editor’s note: This article was updated on Monday, May 4, 2020, to identify the man who created the mown message. SQI is airport identification for Sterling/Rock Falls, IL, Airport. On Thursday, April 30, 2020, Whiteside County Airport Manager Darin Heffelfinger mowed a message into the approach end grass of Runway
This is to inform the public that Whiteside U. S. Department of Agriculture moved to a new location of 400 Wilkens Drive, Morrison, IL, the last week of April 2020. Natural Resources Conservation Service/Soil and Water Conservation District can be reached, as before, at 815-772-2124, extension 3.
Editor’s note: The time was changed on Friday, May 1, 2020. Memorial Day Services on Monday, May 25, 2020, will not include the traditional parade by The American Legion and others. Instead at 11:00 a.m., Legionnaires will conduct a brief recognition and rifle salute at Veterans Memorial Park, Grove Hill
I really enjoy jigsaw puzzles, especially those with a complex design. To begin, I simultaneously sort pieces by border edges and subject motif (horses and buggies, writing, buildings, color, or plants, for example.) As I scan every piece, I and immediately find pieces to connect, before they go into their
Morrison Community Vacation Bible School scheduled, for Monday, June 15, through Friday, June 19, 2020, will be cancelled this year due to the pandemic. We will be looking forward to VBS next summer!