Charges listed below are accusations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. 02/13/14 at 9:50 p.m. Whiteside County Sheriff Deputies arrested Jackie G. Ferguson, 36, of Tampico, IL, on a Whiteside County warrant for Armed Robbery/Armed with Firearm. Ferguson was transported to the Whiteside County Jail, where he
The City of Morrison, IL, is selling a surplus vehicle online through eBay Motors. Interested bidders must go to www.ebaymotors.com, search, and bid accordingly. Bidding expires on Saturday, February 21, 2014. The vehicle being sold is a 2005 Chevrolet Impala Police Package eBay Motors item # 161225541282. Terms: The City
It is hard to believe, given the recent weather we have been experiencing, that the start of the severe weather season is fast approaching. We will once again be inviting the National Weather Service to host a Weather Spotters Training class for residents of Whiteside County. There will be two
The Kick-Off of the 19th annual American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Whiteside County will be held Sunday, February 23, 2014, at the American Legion Post #902, 714 4th Avenue, in Rock Falls, IL, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Pictured are Co-Chairs of the 2014 American Cancer Society Relay
At our next event The Whiteside Forum will host the movie “Whale Rider.” It is about a young Maori girl and her family and community in New Zealand. This 2002 film won many awards before its July 4, 2003, release in the United States. “Whale Rider,” starring Keisha Castle-Hughes, will
Name recognition is a critical component in successful businesses. Some well-established names continue when new owners buy the enterprise, allowing past customers the comfort and continuity of good service. Yarbrough Appliance and Bogott Plumbing, Inc. are two examples in Morrison, IL. After a time, new owners may desire a change.
The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) is applying to nominate an appropriate portion of the community’s commercial district to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With the assistance of our consultants, the MHPC has spent months researching and writing the substance of our application. In the hopes
It doesn’t seem like it’s been eight months since I took office, so it’s past time that I provide some updates as to what your City has been up to. Your Council and Administration have accomplished much over the past several months, but, unfortunately, all the water line breaks
Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office announces the arrest of Jordan Woosley, 22 years old of Sterling, IL, on a Whiteside County Warrant for Home Invasion. Woosley was arrested in Denton, TX, by the Denton Police Department, on Saturday, February 8, 2014, just before midnight. Woosley was taken into custody after the
Rosemary Harris of Columbus Junction, IA, will portray former First Lady Mamie Geneva Doud Eisenhower at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 10th Avenue, Fulton, IL, on Wednesday, February 19, 2014. The Wild Wednesday programs are free to attend and open to the public. Light refreshments are served at 9:00 a.m.
Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, submitted the following information for Whiteside County voters, regarding registration, changes of address, and absentee voting. Nelson reminds all County residents that the last day for voter registration and change of address for the March 18, 2014, General Primary Election, is Tuesday, February 18, at
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following arrests made and citations issued since Friday, January 31, 2014. No Arrests are reported. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 02-04-14 Betty J. Spangler 45 Morrison, IL Ordinance – 24 Hour Parking & Nuisance – Vehicles 02-04-14
The Whiteside County Sheriff announces an investigation into a January 23, 2014, rural Rock Falls, IL, Home Invasion has resulted in twoarrests. On Tuesday, February 4, 2014, Whiteside County Deputies arrested 20-year-old Dalton Chattic of Fulton, IL, charging him with Home Invasion. Chattic is currently being held at the Whiteside County
The Early American Crafters of Heritage Canyon would like to invite you to partake of one of the most endearing Victorian customs: high tea. “Tokens of Affection” is a day-after-Valentine’s-Day tea for the general public. Enjoy delicious refreshments, tea, coffee, and entertaining skits on Saturday, February 15, 2014, at 1:00
On Monday, February 10, 2014, the City of Morrison Council Meeting will convene at 7:00 p.m.in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. The Agenda follows. Call To Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Board and Commission Reports Morrison Historic Preservation Commission Reports of