Phyllis A. Ottens (1940 – 2014)

Phyllis A. Ottens, 73, of Morrison, IL, died Thursday, June 19, 2014, at Morrison Community Hospital, Morrison, IL. Phyllis was born September 18, 1940, in Sterling, IL, to Paul S. and Josephine R. (Lodge) Jaquet. She was educated in the Prophetstown Grade Schools and was a 1958 graduate of Prophetstown

Craig E. Domdey (1961 – 2014)

Craig E. Domdey, 53, of Clinton, IA, died Thursday, June 19, 2014, at his home. Craig was born January 10, 1961, in Morrison, IL, to Donald L. and Barbara J. (Temple) Domdey. He was educated in the Morrison Grade Schools and was a 1979 graduate of Morrison High School. Craig

Ribbon Cutting on the Trail June 19

Celebrate the culmination of nearly two decades of dedication by the Friends of the Parks, as theycomplete Phase One of a dream.  The group’s vision was to bring a recreational trail to Morrison, IL.  Gather on the Morrison-Rockwood Recreational Trail at noon, Thursday, June 19, 2014, to officially open this

Museum Visitors Benefit from Margaret Haines

The Morrison Historical Society program for Sunday, June 22, 2014, will pay tribute to the late Margaret (Margy) Haines and the late Anne Petersen.  The Board of Trustees invites the general public to remember these women at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 22, 2014.  Morrison’s Heritage Museum is at 202

St. Mary Parish Celebrates Rev. Antilion

St. Mary Parish of Morrison will celebrate the birthday and ordination of Reverend William R. Antilion on Sunday, June 22, 2014, at a 12:00 luncheon in the parish hall, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL.  The celebration will recognize Father William’s 60th birthday and his 35 years as an ordained

Letter from Marian Osborn

Thanks to the many bakers and buyers, the latest bake sale of the Church Women United was a complete success.  The sale was held Friday, June 13, 2014, at “Between Friends” on Main Street, Morrison, IL.  The money that Church Women United raises at the bake sales is donated to

David L. Hall (1956 – 2014)

David L. Hall, age 58, of Sterling, IL, died Sunday, June 15, 2014, at his home. David was born January 23, 1956, in Owensboro, KY, the son of James and Emily (Dennison) Hall. He worked various jobs and also served in the U. S. Army. Survivors include his lifelong companion

2nd Annual Bluegrass/Folk Music Festival

If you love bluegrass music, clear your afternoon calendar for Saturday, June 21, 2014.  The City of Fulton and the Early American Crafters will host Fulton’s 2nd Annual Bluegrass/Folk Music Festival, on the grounds of Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL.  Six bands will entertain from noon to

Leaving Their Mark: Brackemyer and Siefken

Two indispensible and dedicated employees of Shawver Press were feted at an Open House on Thursday, June 12, 2014, at the Whiteside News Sentinel office, 100 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  The building houses Shawver Press.  MaryEllen Brackemyer has been employed 40 years.  Steve Siefken began work 50 years ago,

Carol Ann Wingett (1935 – 2014)

Carol Ann Wingett, 78, of Fulton, IL, died Friday, June 13, 2014, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, IA. Carol was born June 20, 1935, in Fulton, IL, to Harry and Kate (Stuit) Hoogheem. She was educated in the Fulton Grade Schools and was a 1954

Historical Society Will Honor Local Women

Morrison Historical Society has planned a program for Sunday, June 22, 2014, that will pay tribute to women who left their mark on our community:  the late Margy (Margaret) Haines and the late Anne Petersen.  The Board of Trustees invites friends, family, former dance students, and the general public to

Doris L. White (1922 – 2014)

Doris L. White, age 92 of Rock Falls, IL, died Wednesday, June 11, 2014, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Doris was born January 4, 1922, in Coleta, IL, the daughter of Andrew and Ethel (Seidel) Teachout. She married Charles White on April 23, 1960. He preceded her in

June 7 Morrison Farmers’ Market

Featured guitarist Jim Seeley of Tampico, IL, serenaded vendors and visitors at “The Best Little Farmers’ Market in Northwestern Illinois,” on Saturday, June 7, 2014.  His instrumentals emitted a special joy, because he played a sweet, new acquisition.  He holds the late Eddie Loy’s Gibson 1S75D guitar.  He explained that

Thecity1.com is Closed June 10 and 11

The office of thecity1.com will be closed Tuesday, June 10, and Wednesday, June 11, 2014.  Kindly submit press releases by sliding a copy under the office door.  Emails will be addressed offsite or contact the Editor at 815-772-3144.