On Friday, March 27, 2020, three young women decorated the outside window glass of Tegeler Accounting Services, 222 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, with a cascade of colored, paper hearts. They explained to owner Joy Tegeler the colors are supposed “to honor front-line workers and service providers; everyone who is
I want everyone to know that the City of Morrison is doing everything we can to keep the City running in a safe and responsible manner. Our Police Department and Public Works people continue to monitor public safety and the water and sewer facilities, respectively. Our departments are in very
Effective Thursday, March 26, 2020, the Whiteside County Eastern Branch Courthouse in Sterling, IL, will be closed until further notice. There will be a Deputy at the front door, with a minimum number of employees from the State’s Attorney Office and Circuit Clerk’s Office (determined by their Department Heads) allowed
The April meeting of The American Legion Post 328 is postponed to Monday, April 27, 2020, at 7:00 p.m., at 306 E. Main Street, in Morrison, IL. Voting of the Officers of the Post will take place during this meeting.
Whiteside County Circuit Clerk Sue Costello reported, “The health and safety of Whiteside County residents and employees is a top priority. As a result, during the COVID-19 outbreak, essential County government services will continue as normal. However, due to the risk of transmission of the virus, access to the Whiteside
Whiteside County Highway Department and Mt. Pleasant Township have announced the removal of spring weight limits for County Highways and Mt. Pleasant Township Roads, effective Monday, March 23, 2020. Other township roads may vary, so it is suggested that each township be contacted regarding their postings. For questions concerning postings
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven gulity. On 3/21/20 at 12:54 a.m., Whiteside County Deputies were dispatched to West Avenue in Sterling, IL, for a physical domestic. Upon further investigation, Andrew J. Franklin, age 42 of Sterling, was arrested for Domestic Battery. Andrew
Find a quiet time to view this creative exercise. “Noises Off,” as the British say. For those wwho love to write, as soon as you finish the guided imagery, write about your experience. You will be see a deep level of detail. Breathe slowly with eyes closed for a full
Check the result from the Tuesday, March 17, 2020, General Primary Election here: https://il-whiteside.pollresults.net/. Turnout was very low from Whiteside County’s 37,330 registered voters.
Editor’s note: Effective Thursday, March 26, 2020, the Whiteside County Eastern Branch Courthouse in Sterling, IL, is closed until further notice. All business conducted in the Eastern Branch Courthouse will now be conducted in Morrison, IL. Sheriff John Booker issued this press release on Wednesday, March 18, 2020. “As a
As of 9:00 p.m., Monday March 16, 2020, Gopvernor J. B. Pritzker issued an Executive Order to curtail spread of the coronavirus, specifically in places people gather to eat and drink socially. This requirement is in place from Tuesday, March 17, through Monday, March 30, 2020. Two salient paragraphs are
Editor’s note: This press release is a joint effort of Whiteside County Health Department and CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL. Here is important information to protect yourself, family, friends, clients/customers, and your co-workers. The coronavirus is here. Many people might contract it, because we have no immunity. It will eventually
Morrison Community Unit School District #6 stated, “Due to the ever changing situation with the COVID-19 virus, the District has decided to cancel classes on Monday, March 16, 2020.” During his COVID-19 update on Friday, March 13, 2020, Governor J. B. Pritzker announced that all Illinois schools would be closed
The Odell Board of Directors met Saturday morning, March 14, 2020, and made the difficult decision to close Odell Public Library for an indefinite period of time, beginning Tuesday, March 17. After discussing coronavirus precautions, we feel this is the best decision, to keep our staff and patrons as healthy
Got a cough or fever? Wondering if it may be the coronavirus? If you think you might have COVID-19, here are steps to take to contact your healthcare provider, work with them to determine your risk, avoid spreading germs, and get care if you need it.