This press release was authorized by J. W. Brearton, Sergeant-at-Arms. File photos were taken by the Editor. Morrison American Legion Post 328 conducts its annual Flag Retirement Ceremony on the last Sunday every September. Area Posts, Clubs, and other collection locations are welcome to bring their flags to 306 E.
Editor’s note: Please reread the article; corrections were submitted. Meeting in regular session, the Thomson Lions Club approved a motion to sponsor a local Fall Music Festival in October, with Vice President Aaron Thomson as Chairman. Tentative plans will be released later for this festival to celebrate the harvest in
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and took the photograph. Many questions have surfaced regarding the activities on the southwest corner of U. S. Route 30 and Orange Street in Morrison, IL. Speculation and rumors have filled many conversations without details or confirmation. On Monday, July 11, 2022, Manreet
Below are Whiteside County Fair interviews of Tuesday, August 16, 2022. All towns are in Illinois unless noted. Hannah Vander Molen of Morrison was the first youngster to win a blue, Trek Precaliber, trail bicycle. Her name was drawn and announced over the speaker system; within seconds, she and her
Anne Frame submitted this press release. As school begins and calendar pages turn to September, so does the life of the church begin its programs for both youth and adults. Under the leadership of our new, vivacious Pastor Sun-ah Kang, programs are being added and standard programs are being tweaked.
Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office routinely holds a sweet fundraiser to support Illinois Special Olympics. Playing off the stereotyped belief that “all Cops love doughnuts,” this event is held on the roof at Dunkin’ Donuts, 1904 First Avenue, Rock Falls, IL. The upcoming event is Friday, August 19, 2022, from 5:00
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes Adams Voice gospel duo and family to the outdoor stage, on Sunday, August 21, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. Please join us in the valley for an evening of music and ministry. The concert will be moved indoors if there
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, WI, conferred degrees to 1100 graduates for the spring 2022 semester. Kaleb Banks of Morrison, IL, earned a Bachelor of Science degree, with a major in Wildlife Ecology and Management, graduating Cum Laude. Graduation with honors grade point averages vary. Cum laude grade point average
Todd Mickley submitted this report. “The Whiteside County Fair opens today, Tuesday, August 16, 2022, and completes after five amazing days on Saturday, August 20. The 151st annual fair, held at the fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield Street, in Morrison, IL, has exciting attractions and something for everyone.” Tuesday, August 16,
Once a month, The Loft on Main opens its doors early for two hours, to those who enjoy home baked goods, beverages, and communal conversation. Stop in at the gallery on 112 E. Main Street between 8:00 and 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, August 18, 2022. This time is perfect for
Thomas Eugene May, 48, of Morrison, IL, passed away on Wednesday, August 10, 2022. Thomas was born on July 16, 1974, in Clinton, IA, the son of Roger and Sue (Kolk) May. He raised his children in Morrison and was employed as an Electrician for many years. Thomas was always
Editor’s note: Photographs of the first 13 sculptures by Charles Yost can be found at the Morrison Tech Facebook page. Several smaller pieces are for sale at The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Visitors on the Morrison Tech Campus, 701 Portland Avenue, off IL Route 78,
James W. Lester, age 68, died Friday, August 12, 2022, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Jim was born on June 3, 1954, in Sterling,the son of John E. and Beverly (Buckingham) Lester. He was employed as Night Manager with County Market in Sterling for the past 20 years.
Did you or your child(ren) paint a fish print, the afternoon of Saturday, July 30, 2022, during the Chamber of Commerce Shuckfest event, on Main Street, Morrison, IL? Sponsored by The Loft on Main, there are 26, dried fishes waiting to be retrieved. Visit The Loft on Main, 112 E.
Kerry Williams, 71, of Morrison, IL, died Thursday, August 11, 2022, at Allure of Prophetstown, Prophetstown, IL. Kerry was born on April 8, 1951, in Sterling, IL, to Harvey L., Sr., and Pauline (Pannell) Williams. He was educated in the Morrison Grade Schools and attended Morrison High School. Kerry was