Heritage Canyon Awaits Visitors October 7

This family from Marion, IA, thoroughly enjoyed Fall Festival at Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL. Create a similar experience with your family or friends on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Spend a few minutes across Fourth Street to view the Mississippi River

September 29 Morrison Police Report

The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, September 29, 2023. Arrests: On Thursday, October 5, 2023, at approximately 4:15 p.m., Morrison Police Department received a complaint of a white van driving recklessly along Lincolnway. The vehicle was located in the parking lot of 606 E. Lincolnway. During

“Rules of the Road” Review Class October 18

Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, will host a free class to review Illinois State driving rules, on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. The groups will meet in the Program Room at the back of the library. Register by Saturday, October 14, at

Petition Letter from Brian Bartoz

What a difference two months can make! The proposal to remove the traffic signals at the intersection of Genesee Street and U. S. Route 30 was discussed in Morrison, IL, City Council on Monday, July 10, 2023. It was evaluated in greater detail on Monday, September 11. It almost came

Knee Replacement Course October 7

Do you have a knee replacement surgery scheduled? Are you considering one in the future? Join us for a comprehensive class, that educates you and your loved ones, about knee replacement surgery and how we can make your recovery easier. Topics will include:• knee replacement surgery• preparing for your surgery•

Marilyn Gooch (1938 – 2023)

Marilyn Gooch, 85, of Albany, IL, passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023, at her daughter’s home in Indianola, IA. Marilyn was born July 17, 1938, to David R. and Sylvia B. (Burns) Buikema in Albany. She was educated in the Albany grade schools and was a 1956 graduate of

Resthave Annual Meeting October 24

Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, will hold their Annual Meeting in the Resthave Chapel on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. In the event that any COVID-positive cases occur, the Annual Meeting will be canceled, and a notice will be posted on the Resthave Assisted

Rose Hanson Warren (1931 – 2023)

Rose Hanson Warren, 92 of Sterling, IL, died Monday October 2, 2023, at her home. She was born on January 22, 1931, in Muskegon, MI, the daughter of Louis and Amy (Dorrington) Grimard. She married Oliver Warren on April 17, 1976, in Sterling. Rose, being the matriarch of her family,

GoFundMe Account for Jody Bland

Deborah Bland wishes friends of the Jody and Lisa Bland family to know of Jody’s recent injuries and how the public might help them with financial expenses. Click here to visit Jody Bland’s GoFundMe page: https://gofund.me/d36c89f1. Deborah Bland wrote, “On the evening of Wednesday, September 13, 2023, our beloved family

Play with Clay at The Loft on Main

The back room of The Loft on Main will be open for “Playing with Clay” sessions, on Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., from Friday, October 6, through Saturday, October 21, 2023. Bring the family or your pals to prepare a collection of unadorned ornaments. The air-dry,

Mike Conrad Trio to Perform in Sterling

The Mike Conrad Trio will perform at Starlight’s Theatre & Lounge, 314 First Avenue, in Sterling, IL. Their set is from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00, on Saturday, October 14, 2023. They will be followed by the soulful sounds of local favorite, the Jerry Criss Band (see photo below), from 9:00

September 21 ARC Blood Drive Report

Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./ARC Morrison Community Blood Program Leader, submitted the report and photograph of her donating whole blood. The September 2023 American Red Cross Morrison Community Blood Drive was held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Thank you, Father Slawomir “Slawek” Zimodro and the St. Mary’s Church family, for allowing

Koch Talk: German, Danish, and Iowa Barns

Editor’s note: Cultures across millennia and the world have crafted buildings in order to “live above the shop.” Upper level dwellings were cost-saving, convenient, and wise investments. They remain so today. However, not everyone, today, would house their livestock and grain under their house. On Sunday, October 29, 2023, Wolf

Chamber Plans 2023 Holiday Events

Save these dates, because plans are underway for three Morrison, IL, awaited 2023 community events. The Annual Halloween Parade and Costume Contest is set for Saturday, October 28, presented by Morrison Chamber of Commerce. Pre-registration for the Costume Contest is encouraged and free! Parade line up begins at 12:30 p.m.

Home Invasion Suspect Christopher Standard Being Sought

On Sunday, September 24, 2023, at 2:38 a.m., Whiteside County Deputies were called to the 1600 block of Riverdale Road, Rock Falls, IL, for a disturbance. Upon further investigation, it was determined that a Home Invasion occurred, which resulted in the occupant of the residence suffering significant injuries. Further investigation