Open House festivities began on Friday afternoon, February 9, 2018, filling the interior of Hair Headquarters–or HHQ, as wall signage proclaimed–prior to the Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting ceremony at 4:30 p.m. Several of the attending children spilled outside into the snow. There certainly were causes for celebration: former employee
On Friday, December, 15, 2017, Morrison Community Hospital staff were treated to a waffle breakfast, courtesy of the Dietary Department. A variety of toppings added to the goodness. “It was primarily an event so our employees [could] support United Way. We estimated that about 65 people came in the two-hour
Pack 328 will celebrate Scout Sunday on Sunday, February 11, 2018, recognizing the anniversary of the origin of Boy Scouts of America, on February 8, 1910. The Pack and Troop will be welcomed at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Pack 328 will attend the 10:15 a.m.
The Whiteside Forum hosts Matthew J. M. Coomber, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA, on Thursday, February 22, 2018, in the Program Room of Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. His topic is “Genocide, Rebellion, and God in Nazi Germany.” Dr. Coomber’s
Editor’s note: This feature article was written by Whiteside News Sentinel reporter Jennifer Sleeman. It also ran in The Prophetstown Echo on Saturday, January 20, 2018. The Editor asked Sergeant Schmidt how the men were invited to perform. “Wyatt has connections. He has filmed there several times, including ‘Chicago P.D.’ and
Two Morrison High School Seniors performed solos at Illinois Drill Team Association (IDTA) Regional in Park Ridge, IL, at Maine East High School, on Sunday, January 7, 2018. Shown left-to-right are Assistant Coach Erin Beswick, Randi Heusinkveld, and Avary Bielema. Bielema scored fifth out of eleven dancers and qualified for
Morrison Rotary Club selected Isaac Damhoff and Gillian Larson as January 2018 Students of the Month. Past President Dave Abele, right, presented the students with a certificate for their accomplishments. Isaac Damhoff is active in track, band, choir, Student Council, Key Club, Scholastic Bowl and jazz band. He loves music
WHOA is providing the concession stand for Carroll County Boots N’ Spurs 4H Club’s Tack Swap, on Sunday, February 4, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The location of the tack swap is Naaman Diehl Auditorium, 811 Clay Street, Mount Carroll, IL. We will sell homemade cinnamon rolls and
It was race day on Saturday, January 27, 2018, inside Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, as Cub Scouts brought their family-crafted pinewood derby cars to compete. In December 2017, after a trip to the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office, boys had received their derby kits. A month
After their performance in the St. Mary’s Church Annual Knights of Columbus Free Throw Competition, on Saturday, January 27, 2018, four boys and five girls took home first place medals for their accurate shooting, good form, and composure. The boys’ shootout turned into three shootoffs to break ties. The Knights
As part of the Lifelong Learning Series, Friends of Odell Public Library presents John Park, Dietitian at CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL, on Monday, February 5, 2018. Park, through a PowerPoint presentation, will discuss healthy eating and its benefits. The program begins at 6:30 p.m., in the Program Room, 307
Have fun this Valentine’s Day weekend with the help of the Morrison High School Junior Pons. On Saturday, February 17, 2018, we will host a Babysitting Night at Brethren in Christ Church, 209 E. Knox Street, (across from Sullivan’s Foods), in Morrison, IL, from 4:00 to 11:00 p.m. This child
On Tuesday, February 13, 2018, Odell Public Library Friends celebrates the Olympic spirit with an historical, factual drama film, “Chariots of Fire,” based on the story of two athletes in the 1924 Olympics. Eric Liddell is a devout Scottish Christian who runs for the glory of God. Harold Abrahams is an English Jew who runs
On Tuesday, February 6, 2018, the Morrison High School Prom Committee will host a chili supper at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. The meal will take place from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The Fulton vs. Morrison basketball game will be going on during this time. A donation
Do you have something on your mind about local Government? This is your opportunity to ask questions specific to your interests, or to find out how politics/government at the most intimate level works. The Whiteside Forum will host Cities of Morrison, and Rock Falls, IL, officials during a public question-and-answer