Dr. Arthur C. Donart, Ph.D. wrote this essay. “Would a politician lie to you?” I asked my friends at the Coffee Shop. They said, “Stupid question.” “They’re all a bunch of liars.” I responded, “Then why are you going to vote for them?” That ended the conversation. I don’t know
Luanne Bruckner submitted the District II report. Thirteen members of Carroll Jo Daviess Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) recently welcomed District II Director, Dawn Wexell, of Sycamore, IL, to brunch at the Mt. Carroll Community Center, in Mt. Carroll, IL. She discussed membership and the effects
The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, September 29, 2022. Arrests: No arrest to report. The following Citation was issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 9-30-2022 Kenneth C. Brainerd 48 Morrison, IL Speeding 9-30-2022 Kyle O.
Joan K. Pyse, age 83, of Sterling, IL, died Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling. Joan was born November 28, 1938, in Sterling, the daughter of Dean and Mildred (Wagenknecht) Pyse. She was employed at Conco Inc. in Mendota, IL, and at Caterpillar in
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the introduction and took some of the photos. If a parent ever had any reservations about the environment within the educational systems of today, they would have had them all dissolved, if they were witness to the activities at Fulton Elementary School, on Wednesday, October
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report. The monthly meeting of the Morrison City Council convened on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, with the City Administrator seat occupied by newly-hired Brian Melton. Melton recently retired as the Chief of Police of Morrison, IL, and eagerly anticipates serving the community in a
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report and took the photos. October 15, 2022, was a perfect fall Saturday, and the Morrison Mustangs were playing the only Class 1A team on their 2022 schedule. This was due to the season’s cancellation by Riverdale High School. A substitute team from Leroy
Editor’s note: Contact Stephanie Vavra (815-772-3144) for instructions to locate the last available Mathew plot. Wanda Mathew formerly lived in Morrison, IL, with her husband David Wylie Mathew III. Years ago, David Mathew purchased all 12 spaces in Lot 24-Block V, West, atop the hill at Grove Hill Cemetery. It
Advantage One Credit Union members are invited to “Bring a Dog; Get a Dog,” during the Member Appreciation event, on Thursday, October 20, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The meal will take place in the financial institution parking lot, 204 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL. This is a
Morrison Schools Foundation will hold a Casino Night fundraiser on Saturday, October 22, 2022, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m., at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds in the Blue Building, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL There will be mock casino games (Bingo, Blackjack, Texas Hold’em, Plinko, etc.) and a Live Auction
Marc Adami wrote this press release. The Whiteside Forum begins its new season of stimulating presentations and informative discussions of current events, on wide-ranging topics of interest. Programs will be held on Sunday afternoons, at 2:00 p.m., in the Community Room of Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison,
The Loft of Main will host a “drop-in” ornament painting party between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., on Election Day, Tuesday, November 8, 2022. Please stop by any time; there is no charge. This creative endeavor is planned for humans of any age. The location is 112 E. Main Street,
Once a month, The Loft on Main opens its doors early–for two hours–to those who enjoy home baked goods, beverages, and convivial conversation. Stop in at the local, top-class gallery on 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, between 8:00 and 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, October 20, 2022. All are welcome
Dorothy Venhuizen, 91, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Dorothy was born November 12, 1930, in Chicago, IL, to Peter and Ella (Buikema) VanDyke. She was educated in the Morrison Grade Schools and was a graduate of Morrison High School. She
The Mustangs will take the field next Saturday, October 15, at 1:00 p.m., to welcome a long-distance opponent. This game will fill the void left when Riverdale canceled their season. Morrison Football team will welcome the Leroy, IL, Panthers (3-4) from the Heart of Illinois Conference, which includes schools located