After spending five days with Morrison, IL, residents, Thanksgiving will now have a new meaning to a group of visitors, who came to visit over the holiday weekend. Organized by the International House at the University of Chicago and local coordinators, Janet Fisher, and Carol Hollister, ten college students came
Residents of, and visitors to, Morrison, IL, are encouraged to seek Merry the Chamber Elf, at the following businesses. Win a chance to receive a Grand Prize. When you spot her, tell the business owner. The sprite will be displayed at these locations through Friday, December 14, 2018: Tuesday, December
Finding Home is an area Christian Folk-Rock Band from Sterling, IL, comprised of five siblings. They are the children of Brent and Shannon Jacobs. These talented youth recently released a single, “Have Your Way,” on all major platforms. On Friday, December 14, 2018, the band will release its first album,
Editor’s note: Jerry Lindsey took the photograph. Morrison High School Senior Kaylee Shetler received an early, life-changing birthday present, on Friday, December 7, 2018. One day before she turns 18, Shetler signed a Letter of Intent to play Women’s Volleyball at Kishwaukee Community College, in Malta, IL, near DeKalb. KCC
Editor’s note: Reuven Kapuchinski took the photo. A mesmerizing Israeli quintet–Sofi & the Baladis–will perform in concert at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, December 8, 2018, at Centennial Auditorium, Sterling High School, Sterling, IL. Tickets, $10 each, are available online at centennialauditorium.org or at the door. Their concert culminates a week of
On a chilly November morning, Morrison Garden Club decorated 21 Morrison, IL, flower pots with a plethora of live and dried plant materials. Their beautification efforts were in preparation for the holiday season, in general, and the Christmas Parade and Walk planned for Saturday, December 1, 2018, in particular. Click
Morrison sent two city trucks and two workers (Mike Garland and Dan Quick.) Milledgeville officials were the ones who put out the call for help. They had great response and the volunteer crews were able to complete the cleanup in one day. (Thursday) Galen Wirth is the village president and
The calendar, the weather, and catchy advertisements proclaim the holidays are near. Everyone seems to have a shopping list filled with unique needs. Come into The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, for ideas and creative gifts this Christmas. Over 350 pieces of exhibited art are waiting
Dear Residents, The Whiteside Forum hosted Professor Kimberly Zarecor via teleconference on Thursday, November 15, 2018, at Odell Public Library. This was a first for us. Her research and the topic she discussed with us is how small rural communities can “Shrink Smart.” In other words, there are ways we
The Morrison High School Class of 1969 eagerly looks forward to its 50th Reunion, during Homecoming Weekend, October 4-through-6, 2019. In anticipation, the Committee is looking for information for the following people we cannot seem to locate. If you can help us contact any of the following, please call Tim
Editor’s note: This report was submitted by Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N., C.A.P.A./Morrison ARC Blood Drive Coordinator. The ARC staff and Beswick surrounded donor Leon VanKampen, who was in the process of giving a “double-red-cell” unit. Left-to-right are, front row, Kyle Hamm and Kaywyn Beswick; back row, Nkeyah Taylor, Brittany Chasteen,
The General Election will be held across Illinois on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Whiteside County polls are open from 6:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Bring your Voter Registration card. Vote to support your preferred candidates. Vote to support the opponents of candidates who have disappointed you. Vote to support particular
Dear Editor: Growing up in Dewitt, IA, where Kris Schmidt began his Law Enforcement career, Kris was the School Resource Officer, I got to know him during my years attending DeWitt Central Schools. Any problem you had, Kris would be right there to lend an ear and to help make
Dear Editor: I first met Kris approximately four years ago, over a heated dispute with one of my siblings on the ownership of this land. Kris went above and beyond, back and forth between the parties, to cool the situation down. I’m happy to say this wrong has been righted.
Dear Editor: We owe it to our communities, to have a Sheriff who can create solutions to complex problems while sharing and collaborating resources. Kris Schmidt is poised to be that voice and solution for the citizens of Whiteside County. Kris will work with all other Law Enforcement administrators, to