Possession of Child Pornography Arrest

On Thursday, September 28, 2023, the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office arrested 19-year-old Keith L. Foley of Morrison, IL, on Possession of Child Pornography charges (Class 2 Felony.) Foley was taken to Whiteside County Jail and released under Pre-Trial Release. The charges are merely an allegation, and all parties are presumed

September 22 Morrison Police Report

The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, September 22, 2023. Arrests: None. The following Citations were issued.     Date     Name   Age     Address     Violation Cited 9-22-2023 Charlie Goldstein 20 Rolling Meadows, IL Speeding 9-23-2023 Triston James 22 Morrison, IL Speeding

Decades Rewind for MHS Alumni September 30

Dance through the decades, and celebrate the past, at our unforgettable adult Homecoming. The location is Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL. We will be throwing it back Morrison High School style with some of your favorites! Celebrate the fashions of your favorite decade with thrift store

September 29 Early School Dismissals

Friday, September 29, 2023, is Homecoming for Morrison High School and its alumni. The Main Street Homecoming Parade begins at 3:00 p.m. Northside School will dismiss at 1:50. All other schools will dismiss at 2:00.

X-Ray Shields No Longer Recommended

CGH Medical Center writes, “You may notice that we no longer shield patients during imaging exams. This [mean]s the lead apron that used to be put on you during an x-ray. The reason is, based on over 70 years of research, respected agencies in the radiology industry, announced revised recommendations,

Payments Continue to Help Organic Dairy Producers

The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announces a second round of payments, for dairy producers, through the Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP.) Monies provide an additional $5 million to help them mitigate market volatility, higher input and transportation costs, and unstable feed supply and prices, that have created

October 7 Lumberjack Show and Beard Contest

Rock Falls Tourism and Selmi’s Greenhouse & Farm Market are excited to bring back the “Lumberjack Show and Beard Contest” for its 3rd year. The event will be held at Selmi’s Greenhouse & Farm Market, 1206 Dixon Avenue, Rock Falls, IL, on Saturday, October 7, 2023. Admission is just $8

Senior Age Limits for Driver Testing Extended

A study shows Senior drivers are among the safest in Illinois. Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias released a September 2023 report, that recommends adjusting the age requirement for Mandatory Driving Tests from 75 to 79. This would make Illinois more consistent with other States. For the last 12 years, Illinois

Sandra Lea “Gigi” Grau (1937 – 2023)

It is with great sadness that the family of Sandra Lea “Gigi” Grau, from Morrison, IL, announces her passing, at Allure of Prophetstown, on Monday, September 25, 2023, at the age of 86. Sandra Lea was born on February 9, 1937, in Chillicothe, IL, to Irvin and Elsie Mae (Cooper)

CGH Home Nursing is Premier Provder

CGH Home Nursing has been recognized by Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP) as a “Premier Performer,” for achieving an overall patient satisfaction score, that ranked in the top 5% of all eligible SHP clients for the 2022 calendar year. The annual SHPBest™ award program was created to acknowledge Home Health Agencies

25th Annual Stop the Hate, Show the Love Event

The Clinton Peace Coalition, under the auspices of “Living Peace 365,” invites individuals, families, organizations, and people of all ages to join our 25th annual Stop the Hate/Show the Love celebration. For 25 years, the event has stood as a meaningful way for the community to gather, make a statement

Driver Arrested for Criminal Speed

On Saturday, September 23, 2023, at 3:35 p.m., a Whiteside County Deputy conducting traffic enforcement, on IL Route 40 near Star Road, observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. The Deputy locked the vehicle’s speed on radar at 94 MPH in the 55 MPH speed zone. A

Online Marketplace for Whiteside County Businesses

In a groundbreaking move to support local economies and small businesses, Whiteside County is proud to unveil its latest initiative, the “Shop Where I Live Whiteside County Marketplace.” This innovative online platform provides a seamless and convenient way for small businesses within the County to expand their digital presence and

“The World of Dental Forensics”

The challenge of mystery-solving and criminal justice is a popular topic for movies and series for live streaming in the entertainment world today. But, how does Dental Forensics truly aid in modern day investigations?  Find out from the experts. Volunteer millers will host Traci (VanderPloeg) Kraemer, a current Dental Assistant,