On a bright Saturday afternoon, November 8, 2014, about a dozen members of the Morrison Fire Department (MFD) gathered for a unique training, at 8:00 a.m. They planned to rip apart three vehicles in an “Extrication Rescue Simulation.” The result of one of those systematic deconstruction efforts is shown at
This article was submitted by Kris Bielema, Morrison Kiwanis Advisor to the MHS Key Club. The Morrison High School Key Club is 79 members strong. Key Club International is part of Kiwanis International. The MHS Key Club has been sponsored and diligently supported by the Morrison Kiwanis since 1997. MHS
Harlan M. Dornbush, 87, of Erie, IL, died Sunday, November 9, 2014, at the Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf, IA. Harlan M. Dornbush was born November 11, 1926, in Union Grove Township, near Morrison, IL. He was the son of Henry and Effie (Brondyke) Dornbush. Harlan lived nearly his entire
Remember the novelty and convenience of drive-in restaurants with car-hop service? Recreate that experience at the Morrison Fire Station, 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, November 22, 2014. Between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., firefighters will host a drive-through sandwich sale. Enter from W. Main; exit onto U.
Dorothy M. Johnson, age 81, of Sterling, IL, died Friday, November 7, 2014, at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Morrison, IL. Dorothy was born June 29, 1933, in Woodson, IL, the daughter of Burrus and Hazel (Dyche) White. She married Robert H. Johnson on August 27, 1949, in Walnut, IL.
On Sunday, November 16, 2014, churches in Morrison, IL, will present the seventh annual “We Sing for Their Supper” community concert. Sponsored by the Morrison Ministers Council, the concert will be held at Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 6:00 p.m. A free-will offering
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, October 31, 2014. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 10-31-14 Virgil L. Bush 73 Morrison, IL Disobeyed Traffic Control Device (Ordinance) 10-31-14 Nathan
In October 2014 the front yard of Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, became a crime scene. Someone or a group stole the last anvil used in the Karl and Proctor Lind Blacksmith Shop. In 2013, Morrison Historical Society received a treasured item from the estate of Margaret
Describing the labors of Jean Tichler, left, and Mary Vos, Theresa Farrell stated, “These ladies have made dozens and dozens of fruit pies and pumpkin pies, all frozen and ready for your freezer and for the holiday season!” Farrell continued, “Make sure to mark your calendars for the annual Home
Extreme weather events in Whiteside County raise important questions. How vulnerable are residents to these storms? What are the most frequently occurring natural hazards? How much damage do storms and other natural hazards, such as drought, cause? These questions and other related issues will be discussed when representatives from
Have you vacationed in the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean Sea? Is taking scuba diving lessons on your “bucket list?” Do you have a passion for photography? These activities have become the thrilling hobby of Drs. Tanner and Suellen Girard, Morrison, IL. They will share their undersea photographs in a
Throughout the day, Tuesday, November 4, 2014, 17,814 citizens cast their votes. The majority of them chose to fund two 1% retail tax referenda. In Morrison, IL, 59% of the 1413 voters agreed to pay one cent more on the dollar–on some purchases–to fund street repairs. In Whiteside County, IL,
Connect. Discover. Explore. Learn. These action verbs exemplify students who attend the Whiteside Area Career Center. Whiteside Area Career Center (WACC) will host their annual Open House from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., on Monday, November 10, 2014. The location is 1608 Fifth Avenue, Sterling, IL. What is the function of
Rudolph R. Paulsen, age 97 of Morrison, IL, died on Tuesday, November 4, 2014, at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Morrison. Rudolph was born on November 2, 1917, in Grand Mound, IA, to John and Wilhemena (Mecklinburg) Paulsen. He was the youngest of eight children–four boys and four girls. Rudolph
Bernice Frasier-White, 82, of Fulton, IL, died Tuesday November 4, 2014, at Harbor Crest Nursing Home in Fulton. Bernice was born September 30, 1932, to Robert and Florence (Clain) Stutler. On April 22, 1950, she married Clifford D. Frasier in Tipton, IA. He died April 17, 1984. On April 16,