Name recognition is a critical component in successful businesses. Some well-established names continue when new owners buy the enterprise, allowing past customers the comfort and continuity of good service. Yarbrough Appliance and Bogott Plumbing, Inc. are two examples in Morrison, IL. After a time, new owners may desire a change.
In an effort to reduce contact above the shoulders and lessen the risk of injury in high school football, the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Football Rules Committee developed a definition for “targeting,” which will be penalized as illegal personal contact. The definition of targeting and its
Helen L. Knox, 94, of Resthave Home, Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, February 12, 2014, at Resthave Home. Helen was born July 25, 1919, in Morrison, to William and Edith (Hammer) Irion. She was educated in the Robertson School of rural Whiteside County and was a 1938 graduate of Morrison High
Della Mae Johnson, 90, of Resthave Nursing Home, Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, February 12, 2014, at the nursing home. Della was born September 22, 1923, in Ustick Township, Whiteside County, IL, to Bernie and Cora (Tiesenga) Pruis. She was educated in the Northside and Southside Grade Schools in Morrison and
Beginning its 2014 concert series, Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, is thrilled to welcome back Southern Gospel music’s favorite siblings, “The Ball Brothers,” in a concert for all generations on Saturday, February 15, 2014. The concert begins at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of the church;
Anthony E. “Tony” Tiemann, 50, of Peoria, IL, formerly of Lyndon, IL, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2014, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria. He was born August 27, 1963, in Kewanee, IL, to George and Clara (Barlow) Tiemann. He married Lesia Kirk on October 15, 1985, in
The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) is applying to nominate an appropriate portion of the community’s commercial district to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With the assistance of our consultants, the MHPC has spent months researching and writing the substance of our application. In the hopes
It doesn’t seem like it’s been eight months since I took office, so it’s past time that I provide some updates as to what your City has been up to. Your Council and Administration have accomplished much over the past several months, but, unfortunately, all the water line breaks
Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office announces the arrest of Jordan Woosley, 22 years old of Sterling, IL, on a Whiteside County Warrant for Home Invasion. Woosley was arrested in Denton, TX, by the Denton Police Department, on Saturday, February 8, 2014, just before midnight. Woosley was taken into custody after the
Rosemary Harris of Columbus Junction, IA, will portray former First Lady Mamie Geneva Doud Eisenhower at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 10th Avenue, Fulton, IL, on Wednesday, February 19, 2014. The Wild Wednesday programs are free to attend and open to the public. Light refreshments are served at 9:00 a.m.
Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, submitted the following information for Whiteside County voters, regarding registration, changes of address, and absentee voting. Nelson reminds all County residents that the last day for voter registration and change of address for the March 18, 2014, General Primary Election, is Tuesday, February 18, at
The Wrestling Mustangs competed in the IHSA Regional Tournament on Saturday, February 8, 2014. The Mustangs, ranked #25, had some thick competition with #8 Sherrard, #11 Mercer County, and #17 Erie/Prophetstown joining them, in what was considered the deepest Regional in 1A.
Tracy Henson submitted this report. On Saturday, February 1, 2014, 21 Seahorses traveled to Byron, IL, High School to compete in the Winter Stateline Conference Meet. The Stateline Conference is made up of the following five teams: Morrison Seahorses, Sterling Stingrays, Freeport Aquatic Swim Team, Byron Tiger Sharks, and the
Linda L. Schaefer, 71, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, February 8, 2014, at her home. Linda was born September 3, 1942, in Anamosa, IA, to Woodrow P. and Georgia R. (Duffy) Coppess. She was a 1960 graduate of Oxford Junction High School in Oxford Junction, IA. Linda married Archie E.
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following arrests made and citations issued since Friday, January 31, 2014. No Arrests are reported. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 02-04-14 Betty J. Spangler 45 Morrison, IL Ordinance – 24 Hour Parking & Nuisance – Vehicles 02-04-14