The Morrison Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the Family Chef Restaurant, 701 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, was awarded the “Because Nice Matters” Customer Service Award for the month July. The restaurant received the honor for creating a warm and friendly environment, where customers feel welcome and appreciated,
Kyle VanDerLeest of Morrison, IL, competed at the Illinois High School Finals in Altamont, IL, from Thursday, June 13, through Saturday, June 15, 2013. He won the weekend All-Around Cowboy saddle. He competed in Cutting, Team Roping, and Tie-Down Calf Roping. Kyle finished the year-end in 1st place in Cutting,
Despite a light drizzle on Tuesday, July 30, 2013, there were smiles all around, inside 503 N. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. This is the Children’s Advocacy Center–April House and office of Forensic Psychologist Johanna Hager. Tiny but comfortable, the building has been a short-term haven for child victims of abuse
[Editor’s note: On Sunday, July 14, 2013, activities were held at the Latin American Social Club, 2708 W. 4th Street, Sterling, IL, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.] Shawnelle Soenksen and her family, along with “Team Shawn,” would like to thank all those who contributed to and attended the benefit
Jerry Lindsey, Editor of the Whiteside News-Sentinel, was recently named President of Morrison Area Development Corporation (MADC.) Jerry replaces outgoing President Jeff McIlrath, who served in the position from 2008 to 2013. MADC is a non-profit, volunteer organization, established to promote and coordinate economic growth and economic development in all
Dear Editor: Hospice of the Rock River Valley, a United Way agency, would like to acknowledge and thank everyone who organized, helped, participated, and donated to the Schreiner Golf Outing on Saturday, June 8, 2013. For the third year, HRRV was chosen as the recipient of the proceeds raised from
For the second year in a row, Morrison Rotary Club received the District 6420 Public Image Award. The award is based on a set of criteria in five areas of media: Print, Broadcast, Newsletter, Public Visibility, and Website/Social Media. There are 47 clubs in the District, and three Public Image
Make Teal Real Committee raised over $8000 at the 7th Annual Ovarian Cancer Fundraiser, with the two-night event held at Cross Creek Golf Course, 15523 Henry Road, Morrison, IL. Friday night, June 22, over 140 people attended the Midwest Dueling Pianos entertainment, which included hors d’oeurves, auction items, dessert dash,
Whiteside County supports a Wellness Program for its employees. It began just two weeks ago, in early July 2013, but already has 68 employees from the Morrison, and Sterling, IL, offices. Participant Sandy Prescott, right, explained. “The County has made part of the program–walking at lunch–flexible, so
Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor from AD 161 to 180–the last of the “Five Good Emperors,” and is considered one of the most important Stoic philosophers. He noted, “Men exist for mutual service.” This lesson is demonstrated throughout the year by a youth group at Morrison High School: the
Hammer and cat’s paw in hand, respectively, Dr. Bradley R. and Elizabeth Yaklich have been hands-on participants in the renovation of their new Vision Source Morrison location at 626 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Housed at the west end is Puppy Love. For the rest of the week, they work with,
When he locks up Friday, July 26, 2013, Dr. David C. Jennings closes the door on his optometrist career of 38 years. His wife, Julie, is retiring after 27 years. Of his eight staff, all but Julie will continue in the practice of Dr. Bradley R. Yaklich at a new
It is easy to meet or make a friend at Morrison Farmers’ Market, located behind Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. These cute canines were among several pets who received doggy treats and a neckscarf from the Friends of the Parks Foundaton, on Saturday, July 13, 2013.
Morrison Historical Society reached across 12 miles to another such organization that suffered a tragic loss earlier in the week. Stephanie Vavra, Recording Secretary of the Board of Trustees, holds a check and letter intended for the Prophetstown, IL, Historical Society. She proposed sending a donation, card, or offer of