Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the feature and submitted the picture. Principal Jeffrey Hoese said, “A huge shout out goes to Brad Stuart of Winkel, Parker, & Foster CPA PC, for his generous donation to the Greatest Little Elementary School in the Universe,” Fulton, IL, Elementary School. A donation of
Article written and pictures taken by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The City of Morrison, IL, Community Room at Odell Public Library was standing-room only on Tuesday, June 27, 2023. Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab and Education staff presented their mission and exposed those attending to the native birds of prey of
The Editor will travel to, and participate as a Delegate at, the Daughters of the American Revolution Continental Congress in Washington, D. C., from Saturday, June 24, through Tuesday, July 4, 2023. Constitution Hall is an imposing venue, covering nearly a square block. It includes the largest concert/event hall in
The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, June 16, 2023. Arrests: On Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at approximately 8:25 p.m., the Morrison Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the 100 block of E. Wall Street, Morrison, IL. During the stop it was discovered Gamaliel Ruiz-Barrera, age
Illinois Route 78 will be closed for construction south of Morrison, IL, beginning Monday, June 26, 2023.
Are you ready for a summer cookout, tasty snacks, and refreshing soft drinks? If so, Morrison High School’s Key Club chapter and members of Morrison Kiwanis Club invite you to stop by the corner of U. S. Route 30 and Cherry Street, on Saturday, June 24, 2023, from 9:30 a.m.
Letter to the Editor: I would like to express my appreciation to all the people who have made the dog park possible. I realize it has taken many monetary donations and time spent volunteering to make the park a reality. I use the park nearly every day and sometimes twice
The evening of Saturday, June 17, 2023, was perfect for the first downtown Main Street Car Show in Morrison, IL. Organized by Ron Wiemer, below, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., “about 30” entries were displayed. Citizens reminisced, admired, and–perhaps–coveted these wheeled works of art. Remember the allure of chrome? It
Written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey; photo provided by the Wiersema family. When the subject of “rodeo” enters a conversation, one does not usually think of High School boys and girls competing on horseback. The Wiersema family of Erie, IL, has taken the business of ‘rodeoing’ to another level, reaping
In Kaywyn Beswick’s May 2023 American Red Cross Blood Drive report, the Editor indicated the next drive would be at St. Mary Catholic Church, as usual. That is incorrect. The ARC Blood Drive on Thursday, July 20, 2023, will be held at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, beginning
United Way of Whiteside County provides free meals to children in 18 communities all summer long. “Our program provides kids in Whiteside County with nutritious meals during the summer months,” said CEO Keri Olson. “Making food accessible to our youth when school is not in session is vital, to ensure
Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office announced plans for stepped-up July Fourth traffic enforcement, with a focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers. The safety campaign will run from Friday, June 16, through the early-morning hours of Wednesday, July 5, 2023. Extra traffic enforcement will encompass three summer weekends leading up to, and
Editor’s note: Automotive photos were taken by the Editor at prior car shows. Hear ye, hear ye, vehicle show enthusiasts! Ron Wiemer has organized a Car Show scheduled on downtown Main Street, in Morrison, IL, for Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., rain or shine. Registration begins
The following Arrest was made and Citations issued since Friday, June 9, 2023. Arrests: On Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at approximately 7:11 p.m., the Morrison Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the 400 block of E. Lincolnway. During the stop it was discovered Hector Salmon, age 51, from Sterling,
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey took photographs and added captions. The 2023 Grand Illinois Bike Tour (GIBT) traveled to Morrison, IL, on their trip through northwest Illinois, on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. Resident Cyclist Marc Adami was part of the event. This year, approximately 190 GIBT riders–from 19 States and Canada–pedaled