Kaye Marie Wilkins (1939 – 2023)

Kaye Marie Wilkins, age 84, formerly of Fulton, IL, passed away on September 1, 2023, at Allure of Prophetstown, in Prophetstown, IL. Kaye was born on March 16, 1939, in Geddes, SD, to Clarence J. and Vera (Jones) Davis. She embarked on her life journey in Sterling, IL, where she

Joe W. Billings, Jr. (1937 – 2023)

 Joe W. Billings, Jr., 85 of Sterling, IL, died Wednesday, August 30, 2023, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. Joe was born October 1, 1937, in Chilhowie, VA, the son of Joe and Bradley (Duncan) Billings, Sr. He married Alice Royer on August 2, 1958, in Sterling. She preceded him

Sally Carroll (1938 – 2023)

Sally Carroll, 84, of Cedar Rapids, IA, died Wednesday, August 30, 2023, at Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy in Hiawatha, IA. Sally was born December 12, 1938, in Morrison, IL, to William and Edna (Gash) Onken. Sally was educated in the Morrison grade schools and was a

Steven J. Lester (1960 – 2023)

Steven J. Lester, 63, of Morrison, IL, died on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center of Peoria, IL. He was born on June 9, 1960, in Sterling, IL, the son of John and Beverly (Buckingham) Lester. He married Rebecca L. Howard on May 24, 1986, in

Jury: Bennett Guilty of Two Counts of Murder

On Monday, August 21, 2023, after four days of testimony and evidence, a Whiteside County Jury found Michael W. T. Bennett guilty of two counts of first degree murder, in the May 1, 2021, shooting death of Joshua N. Hamrick. The Jury also found that Bennett personally discharged a firearm

August 18 Morrison Police Report

The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, August 18, 2023. Arrests: None. The following Citations were issued.     Date     Name   Age     Address     Violation Cited 8-20-2023 Cassandra May 31 Clinton, IA Driving Under the Influence of Drugs 8-24-2023 William Perris

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Has Begun

“No excuses,” says the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office. The Office is currently partnering with the Illinois State Police and Law Enforcement across the State, to step up efforts to stop impaired driving and to help save lives, as we near the end of summer and the onset of the busy

Larry J. Stuart (1944 – 2023)

Larry J. Stuart, 79, of Rock Falls, IL, formerly of Clinton, IA, died Monday, August 28, 2023, at Rock Falls Rehabilitation Center in Rock Falls. Larry was born January 24, 1944, in Morrison, IL, to Marion C. and Geneva J. (Meurs) Stuart. He was educated in the rural Morrison grade

City Receives Illinois EPA Low Interest Loan

On Monday, August 21, 2023, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) Director John J. Kim announced the issuance of more than $571 million in water infrastructure loans, to local Governments and Water Districts, for the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2023 (April – June 2023.) The Illinois EPA State Revolving

Melody Ann Boyer (1956 – 2023)

Melody Ann Boyer, 67, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at Pleasant View Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, of Morrison. Melody was born May 15, 1956, in Sterling, IL, the daughter of Leo and Henrietta (Schultz) Manon. Melody loved any kind of shopping. From thrifting to garage sales,

General U. S. Grant Program Today

General Ulysses S. Grant will welcome the public on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at the City of Morrison Community Room, inside Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. There is no fee to attend. Doors open at 1:00 p.m., and the General’s talk begins promptly at 1:30. This

Alphonse L. Segobiano (1942 – 2023)

Alphonse “Shorty” Segobiano, 81, of Sterling, IL, died on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at his home. Shorty was born on August 2, 1942, in Silvis, IL, the son of Juan and Maria (Serrano) Segobiano. He was a proud veteran of the U. S. Army. Shorty was a member of St.

Kiwanis Sandwich Sales Update

Editor’s note: Options include Ribeye Sandwich $8; Pork Chop Sandwich $4; Brat Sandwich $3; Hot Dog $3. Bottled water and pop are $1, and chips are available for $.50. President Steve Davis writes, “Morrison Kiwanis Club had originally advertised that we would be having a sale at the corner of

September 2 Rock Falls Art in the Park

Come explore 3-dimentional art along the Rock River, at the RB&W District Park in Rock Falls, IL. Rock Falls Tourism will host its 6th annual Art in the Park Sculpture Walk, on Saturday, September 2, 2023, from 2:00 to 6:00 pm. Area community members are invited to get the first

The Chitans to Sing at Spring Valley

Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes The Chitans to the outdoor stage, on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. Please join us in the valley for an evening of music and ministry with these five, young people. The concert will be moved indoors if