Chief Heyvaert Endorses Candidate Kris Schmidt

Editor’s note:  Albany, IL, Police Chief Wyatt Heyvaert endorsed Republican Candidate Kris Schmidt for Whiteside County Sheriff, on Thursday, March 8, 2018. Kris Schmidt Endorsement Today I come to you with 17 years of experience within the field of Law Enforcement:  seven of those being with the Moline Police Department;

TMC Wheel Master Award to Herbert House

On Thursday, February 22, 2018, TMC Transportation was “pleased to introduce Herbert House as our 2017 Wheel Master.  The annual Wheel Master award is the highest driver honor given at TMC….Herb’s hard work and dedication to his Black and Chrome family, over the past 25 years, has earned him this

Chief Melton Endorses Candidate Kris Schmidt

Editor’s note:  Morrison, IL, Police Chief Brian Melton endorsed Republican Candidate Kris Schmidt for Whiteside County Sheriff, on Thursday, January 18, 2018.  His letter was submitted for publication on Tuesday, February 27. To Whiteside County Residents: I am writing in support of Kris Schmidt as our next Whiteside County Sheriff.

Tony McCombie Reception March 15

Paid for by McCombie for Illinois.  A copy of our report filed with the State Board of Elections is (or will be) available on the board official website (www.elections.il.gov) or for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, IL.  Contributions are not deductible for state or federal tax purposes.

Bethesda Blaze Breakfast Number Two

Bethesda Blaze, a Whiteside County Relay for Life team, held a repeat fundraising breakfast at DQ Grill & Chill, 200 N. Sawyer Road, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, March 3, 2018. Andrea Dalton reported, “Our total for both weeks was $1117.  We were pleased, considering it started out really slowly today. 

February 2018 Rotary Students of the Month

At the Wednesday, February 28, 2018, meeting, Morrison Rotary Club announced the February 2018 Students of the Month.  The honorees are Avary Bielema and Grant Slater. Avary is the daughter of Cory and Jennifer Bielema.  She was a member of Student Council all four years of high school.  She was

WCSWCD Winners of Chainsaw and Pruner

The Whiteside County Soil and Water Conservation District Education Foundation’s Chainsaw Safety Seminar has come and gone.  Norm Hall, presenter, did a fabulous job, as always.  We hope that everyone walked away with more knowledge about chainsaw use and safety. Winners of the equipment were John Young, power pruner, and

Schmidt Campaign Takes a Polar Plunge

Members of Citizens for Schmidt, the committee promoting Kristopher Schmidt as a Republican candidate for Sheriff of Whiteside County, were glad the temperature was way above freezing, when they participated in the Galesburg Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Illinois, on Sunday, February 25, 2018.  The event was from 2:00 to

Wilson Because Nice Matters Award

Shortly after 1:00 p.m., Wilson Greenhouses & Florist owner Stephanie Mann was honored, on Friday, February 23, 2018, with a double nomination, for the Chamber of Commerce Because Nice Matters award.  Mann has worked at the business for 43 years; her mother, Ruthie Hayenga, was the previous owner.  It began

Bethesda Blaze Breakfast Number One

“Bethesda Blaze” Relay For Life Team served substantial breakfasts from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, February 24, 2018, at DQ Grill & Chill, 200 N. Sawyer Road, Morrison, IL. Owners Bart and Ellen Smith are one of the group’s sustaining sponsors.  “Ellen donated as much as she could buy: 

Girl Scout Cookies Came to Town

Did the air smell sweeter after noon, on Monday, February 19, 2018?  It could be, because thousands of boxes of Little Brownie Baker’s Girl Scout cookies were delivered to Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, in Morrison, IL. Combined troop 1504 includes 30 Daisy, Brownie, Junior, and Cadette Girl

Sheriff’s Candidates Were Well Met

Five contenders for the office of Whiteside County Sheriff met in the crowded American Legion Hall, 712 4th Avenue, Rock Falls, IL, on Saturday, February 10, 2018.  They were afforded an opportunity to address ten questions before the public, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.  Legion rules set the tone for the

Special Valentine’s Day Concert at MCH

Members of the Rock River Valley Barbershop Chorus treated our patients and staff to a wonderful concert, featuring love songs to commemorate Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, February 14, 2018. Kathleen Karman, one of our staff members, was selected to receive flowers, chocolates, and a couple of songs dedicated to her.  She

Pons Take First in IDTA Kick Division

Morrison High School Pom Pons Coach Katie Jakubs submitted the photo of the squad, after a first place win in the Illinois Drill Team Association (IDTA) 1A Kick Division competition.  The young women competed on Saturday, February 10, 2018, in Springfield, IL. Avary Bielema competed in the Preliminary Solo Division

Resthave Home Valentine Royalty

Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, announced their Valentine’s Day Kings and Queens on Wednesday, February 14, 2018.    Kings and Queens are chosen from a vote by their peers, families, and Resthave staff.   The Assisted Living King and Queen are Ray and Thelma Dykstra.  The sweethearts have