SV Steam Offers Chili Special November 28

Jerry Lindsey wrote this press release. Sauk Valley Steam, a local 10-Under Girls Softball team, will offer a warm, delicious, Chili Supper, during the Saturday, November 28, 2020, Prophetstown Reverse Christmas Parade. Chili, Cinnamon Rolls, Apple Cider, and Hot Chocolate will be available via drive-through or carry-out. The convenient location

November 17 Public Works Committee Meeting

The Whiteside County Public Works Committee Meeting is set for 6:15 p.m., Tuesday November 17, 2020  prior to County Board meeting, in the Morrison High School Auditorium, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL.  The Agenda follows.

November 6 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, November 6, 2020. Arrests:  On Sunday, November 1, 2020, at approximately 7:38 p.m., Morrison Police responded to a theft from a motor vehicle complaint, in a parking lot in the 600 block of E.

Farm Service Agency County Committee Elections Underway

The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has mailed ballots, for the Farm Service Agency (FSA) County Committee elections, to eligible farmers and ranchers across the Whiteside Country.  To be counted, ballots must be returned to the local FSA county office or postmarked by Monday, December 7, 2020. Each committee

Upgraded Temporary License Plates

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced his office has upgraded temporary license plates (also known as TRPs or temporary registration permits.)  They are made more durable and provide more information to Law Enforcement, in a continued effort to combat fraud and criminal activity. Approximately 500,000 temporary license plates are issued

Trick-or-Treat 2020

Jerry Lindsey wrote this article; the Editor took the photo. October 31 always creates excitement for young and old alike, as they anticipate the fun and scary activities that accompany Halloween.  The year of 2020 has forced many adjustments to activities.  Halloween 2020 turned out to be no exception.  COVID-19

First Presbyterian November 12 Free Community Meal

First Presbyterian Church of Morrison, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison IL, will serve a Free Drive-Up Meal from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., on Thursday, November 12, 2020.  Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty, take-home meals.  Drive up to 300 N. Genesee Street; please stay in your

Bustos on Hearing to Strike Down Affordable Care Act

On Thursday, November 10, 2020, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos commented on the Supreme Court hearing of the Washington Republicans’ lawsuit, to strike down the Affordable Care Act (ACA.)  “Let’s be clear.  The ACA is the only law that protects coverage for people with pre-existing conditions.  If this lawsuit is successful, more

Cottonwood 4-H to Host Food Pantry Drive-Through

The Cottonwood 4-H Club of Morrison, IL, will host a drive-through food, paper, hygiene, cleaning and baby products collection, on Saturday, November 14, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. This event, to benefit Morrison Friends Food Pantry, will be held at Morrison United Methodist Church parking lot, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison.

Emmanuel Reformed Church Trunk-or-Treat

Jerry Lindsey wrote this feature and took the photos. Halloween 2020 in Morrison brought out the ghost, dinosaurs, ballerinas, skeletons, and much more, as the winds calmed and temperatures reached 60 degrees.  Sidewalks were filled with families.  They joined young trick-or-treaters and enjoyed the opportunity to escape the confines of

Republican Election Headquarters Opens

The Whiteside County Republicans would like to announce that their election headquarters have now opened.  The location of the headquarters is at 104 E. 3rd Street in Rock Falls. IL.  The headquarters is in conjunction with the campaign office for Representative Tony McCombie, who is running for a third term

WQPT Documentary on Women’s Voting Rights

WQPT-PBS for the Quad Cities Region premieres their newest documentary, “The Fight for the Women’s Vote.”  It will air Sunday, November 1, 2020, at 9:00 p.m. and repeat Thursday, November 12, at 8:00 p.m.  Written and produced by WQPT Director of Marketing and Local Content Lora Adams and edited by