The Black Box Theatre again dips into the canon of writer Jeffrey Hatcher, with their new production of “Dial M for Murder.” The theatre opened their doors with his “Murderers” and continues with his newest play, adapted from the classic thriller written by Frederick Knott. The play was also
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report. Friday, October 11, 2024, was a perfect fall night for High School Football, as the Morrison Mustangs traveled north, to match up against the Stockton, IL, Blackhawks. The rivalry of small schools has been put on hold for several decades. The Mustangs
Coach Tiffany Tipton reported “the Morrison Fury 10u Travel Ball Team recently received a very special award, for their 2024 season from USSSA Fastpitch Association. They were the all-time point leader for 10u C Division in the entire State of IL. You earn points based on games and tournaments
Morrison Community Hospital will host a special Ground-breaking event in November 2024, at the corner of Jackson and Knox Streets in Morrison, IL. The public is welcome to experience this joyful moment, when the event day is determined. The upcoming event will celebrate the start of a $15,000,000 expansion.
The Fulton (Martin House) Museum will host its monthly program, on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. This month’s program pertains to the “Underground Railroad” as it relates to the strategic role played by Clinton County, IA, and Whiteside County, IL, in the years prior to the Civil
Phase two of construction is complete at the CGH Medical Center, finishing the expansive renovations to the main entrance and lobby, at100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, IL. Beginning Monday, October 14, 2024, patients and visitors should once again use the main east parking lot and main entrance. Visitors may
Morrison Police Chief Kevin Soenksen submitted this report. Arrests: On September 24, 2024, at approximately 1:56 p.m., Morrison Police Department arrested Nathan Q. Sandell, 33, Morrison, IL, for Motor Vehicle Theft and Driving while License Suspended. Sandell was arrested after Morrison Police responded to a call in the 600
Christ Lutheran School hosts its Fall Pancake Breakfast to benefit the school; on Saturday, October 12, 2024. The School address is 2000 18th Avenue, Sterling, IL. Breakfast will begin at 7:00 a.m. and will continue through 11:00. A delicious meal will be served, including pancakes, sausage, eggs, applesauce, and
For three-quarters of a century, citizens of and visitors to Morrison, IL, have benefited from the artistry, hard work, and joyful dedication of Morrison Garden Club members. During seven-and-a-half decades, treasured volunteers have distributed their talents throughout the community: planting trees in French Creek Park and the Bark Park;
Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office will host a Trunk or Treat event from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the Law Enforcement Center, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. Please join us! Bring a table or a trunk/container to decorate and candy or prepackaged treats to
Register for Hallowe’en fun for all ages, on Saturday, October 19, 2024: www.quickscores.com/morrisonsports. Dress for the free 9:00 a.m. Costume Contest, before the “Nightmare on High Street 3K (1.86 miles) Run/Walk.” It begins at Northside Elementary School, W. High Street and N. Genesee Street. Fees for the Run are
Catherine Marie Temple, 97, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation. in Morrison. Catherine was born September 13, 1927, in Morrison, to Ralph and Nancy (Tillema) Slager. She attended Franklin Corner’s one-room school and graduated from Morrison High School in 1945. On June
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report and took the photos. The Friday, October 4, 2024, Morrison High School Homecoming will be remembered for the perfect weather, excellent student participation, and a rewarding victory on the Football field, as the Mustangs controlled the Dakota Indians en route to a
Anne Frame submitted the press release. This informative and picturesque program will be presented by the Odell Library Friends, on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, beginning at 6:30 p.m., in the Program Room. Tanner and Suellen Girard will show slides of the various places they have enjoyed, complete with multi-colored
The Morrison Athletic Boosters submitted this week’s Athletics schedule.