Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey captured the spirited events. Morrison High School held its annual THUSE Pep Rally, on Thursday, September 22, 2022, starting at 5:30 p.m., on the football field. Admission to the varied student, staff, and adult activities was $2 at the gate, or by showing a pre-purchased THUSE
Whiteside County Sheriff John Booker issued this statement, regarding recent sightings of a mountain lion in rural Whiteside County, near Morrison, IL. “We are now aware of multiple sightings of an apparent mountain lion in the rural areas surrounding Morrison,” Booker said. “We received lots of unique calls, but we
The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office is releasing the following preliminary information, about a two-vehicle, personal injury crash on IL Route 40 (Luther Road) and Genesee Road, on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at approximately 3:55 p.m. Two vehicles were involved. Unit 1–2010 Gray Chevrolet Malibu–was driven by a 16-year-old male from
Luanne Bruckner submitted the report and photo. The Thomson, IL, Lions Club held its first Fall Music Festival in the Lions Park, on Saturday, October 8, 2022. Musical groups participating included Dave Clucker; Will Mueller; Grant Stiles; the Melon Bellies. A modest crowd shared the afternoon, with Dusty’s Pizza furnishing
First Presbyterian Church of Morrison, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free, community, Drive-Up Meal, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. (or until food runs out), on Thursday, October 13, 2022. Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty, take-home meals. Drive up to 300 N. Genesee
Michael W. Hemmer has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Advantage One Credit Union (AOCU), the full-service Credit Union located at 204 N. Jackson Street, in Morrison, IL. Hemmer comes to the position with more than 30 years of management, marketing, project management, and technology experience. His tenure
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report and took the photos. A bright, but chilly, Friday, October 7, 2022, evening at E. M. “Bud” Cole Field in Morrison, IL, welcomed the Orion, IL, Chargers. The temperature set the “uncomfortable” environment, for what most fans considered a challenge for the Mustangs
Kunes Auto Group Morrison has very generously offered to host a benefit for Mark Schuler, after his serious accident. Resthave Care & Rehabilitation is also working with Kunes to collect donations and silent auction items. His wife, Susan Schuler, is an R.N. at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation. However, she is
From Sunrise to Sunset, flags across the entire United States are to be flown at half-staff on, Sunday, October 9, 2022. Fire Hero Families, from Alaska to the U. S. Virgin Islands, will attend the 41st Annual National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) Memorial Weekend, in Emmitsburg, MD, on Saturday and
The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Thursday, September 29, 2022. Arrests: No arrest to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 9-30-2022 Kenneth C. Brainerd 48 Morrison, IL Speeding 9-30-2022 Kyle O.
The City of Morrison, IL, is seeking an energetic and positive leader to develop, foster, and manage the activities of the City’s parks and recreational areas, including the Sports Complex, to our local community and a regional audience. This position involves hiring and supervising seasonal staff; developing relationships and partnerships
Marlys L. Aspel, 93, of Darien, IL, died Saturday, October 1, 2022, at Resthave Care and Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL. Marlys was born August 16, 1929, in Parkston, SD, to Edward J. and Ida (Schuler) Wuertzer. She was educated in the Parkston Grade Schools and played the coronet in high
Anne Frame submitted this press release. A concert featuring both vocal and instrumental music will be given by the musicians of Morrison United Methodist Church, on Sunday, afternoon, October 23, 2022, beginning at 4:00 p.m. We invite all to come enjoy this 50-minute afternoon reprieve, highlighting sacred music. The performance
Morrison Tech is pleased to announce that Sculptor Charles Yost will speak at the college, on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at 2:00 p.m., in the Parkinson Auditorium. The location is 701 Portland Avenue, (IL Route 78) Morrison, IL. The event is open to the public. Visitors are always welcome to
An Open House is scheduled for Attorney Stephen A. Deckro, on Tuesday, October 18, 2022. It is an to recognize his many years of professional services and to thank clients and friends for their support through the past 58 years. All are welcome at the Farm Bureau Conference Room, 100