Beverly Jean Jaeger (1948 – 2023)

Beverly Jean Jaeger, 75, of Leesburg, FL, formerly of Fulton, IL, and Morrison, IL, and Camanche, IA, died Saturday, July 29, 2023, at her home. Beverly was born June 2, 1948, in Moline, IL, to John and Ella May (Wiersema) Huizenga. She was educated in the Fulton Grade Schools and

August Michigan Peaches and Blueberries

It’s time to purchase fresh peaches and blueberries from Michigan.  Both luscious fruits will be available at a new location:  Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL. Donna and husband Rob McCanse are busy at 8:00 a.m., packing bags of peaches and blueberries. Rob told the Editor, “We

July 28 Morrison Police Report

The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, July 28, 2023. Arrests: On Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at approximately 7:23 p.m., Morrison Police Department served a valid warrant in the 100 block W. Main Street. Matt McCole, age 41, from Morrison, IL, had a warrant for Failure to

Jerry Lee Engelkins (1947 – 2023)

Jerry Lee Engelkins, 76, of Morrison, IL, passed from this life at his home with his wife by his side, on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. Jerry was born on January 16, 1947, in Morrison, IL, to Bernard and Dorothy (Geerts) Engelkins. He attended Lockhart country school and Garden Plain Elementary

Jeanette Brondyke (1926 – 2023)

Jeanette Brondyke, 97, of Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Sunday, July 30, 2023, at Resthave. Jeanette was born July 21, 1926, in Fulton, to Tony and Catherine (Borgman) Post. On July 30, 1946, she married Rensie D. Brondyke in Fulton. He died on

MHS Back to School Night August 14

Morrison High School will host Orientation for “rising” Freshman, at 5:00 p.m., Monday, August 14, 2023. More information for students and parents/guardians will be shared.

Chris Shetler “Ludacris” (1978 – 2023)

Chris Shetler “Ludachris,” 44, of Morrison, IL, died Friday July 28, 2023, at his home. Chris was born September 13, 1978, in Morrison, to Dave and Sandy (Bardell) Shetler. He was educated in the Milledgeville, IL, and Morrison grade schools and Morrison Junior High and Morrison High School. Chris worked

Glenda K. Ingram (1947 – 2023)

Glenda K. Ingram, 75, of Morrison, IL, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Saturday July 29, 2023, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, IA. Glenda was born October 11, 1947, in Morrison, to Harold J. and Vera E. (Rick) Landherr. She was educated in the rural

July 21 Morrison Police Report

The following Arrest was made and Citations issued since Friday, July 21, 2023. Arrest: On Thursday, July 27, 2023, at approximately 5:09 p.m., the Morrison Police Department responded to a violation of Order of Protection, at 406 W. Winfield Street, Morrison. IL. During the investigation, it was discovered Triston James,

Jammin’ on The Rock August 3

Rock Falls Tourism presents Jammin’ on the Rock at the RB&W District, 201 E. 2nd Street, in Rock Falls, IL, this Thursday, August 3, 2023. We have a great line-up of musicians, who will take the stage starting at 6:00 p.m. Musicians include “Barn Ratz,” “Wild Wrek,” “Jim Perron,” and

MCH Erie Clinic Ribbon Cutting August 11

The public is invited to a party, to celebrate the opening of the new Morrison Community Hospital Erie Clinic. The building is located at 530 12th Street, Erie, IL. Marketing Director Mick Welding stated, “We are hosting a Ribbon Cutting on Friday, August 11, 2023, at noon. Cookies and refreshments

Morrison Historical Society to Host Civil War General

General Ulysses S. Grant will address 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. Pictured

Red Cross Offers Heat Safety Tips

High temperatures are expected throughout much of Illinois this week. It is important to take precautions to avoid heat exhaustion or heat stroke. The Red Cross offers steps you can take to help stay safe when the temperatures soar. Hot cars can be deadly! Never leave children or pets in

Geraldine Rose Cassens (1931 – 2023)

Geraldine Rose Cassens, 92, of Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, in Morrison, IL, formerly of Prophetstown, IL, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023, at Resthave. Geri was born March 27, 1931, in Peoria, IL, to Carl and Ida (Streitmatter) Koehler. She was educated in the rural Whiteside County grade schools and

July 24 Morrison Police Activity Report

On Monday, July 10, 2023, at approximately 3:20 a.m., the Morrison Police Department received reports of a suspicious subject ringing the doorbells at different residences in Morrison, IL, and trespassing on private property. After a short investigation, Morrison Police Department charged Jake V. Hartsock, age 22, from Morrison, with three