Celebrate the 2013 Christmas season at any of the following 15 Morrison, IL, churches. *Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, will hold two candlelit services on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24, at 5:00 and 11:00 p.m. The later service offers songs by the choir. *Brethren in Christ Church, 209
Harriet Pessman Wierema, 94, of Phoenix, AZ, formerly of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, December 15, 2013, in Phoenix. Harriet was born October 3, 1919, in Fulton, IL, the daughter of Louis and Agnes (Wilkens) Pessman. She married Howard Wierema on December 30, 1941, in Sterling, IL. He preceded her in
Donald J. Hook, 79, of 804 8th Avenue, Fulton, IL, died peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, December 14, 2013, at Select Specialty Hospital, Davenport, IA. Don was born January 13, 1934, in Fulton Township, IL, to Peter R. and Winifred (Bronkema) Hook. He was educated in the Morrison
The 9th Annual Illuminated Christmas Run was held Friday, December 6, 2013, in downtown Fulton, IL. The run/walk is two miles long. There were 171 registered runners and walkers. The fastest times in each age category follow. Overall Male Winner: Jerry Lack, East Moline, IL–11:52–Age Category 50-59 yearsOverall Female
Mary Jane VenHuizen, 71, of 17357 Hazel Road, Morrison, IL, died Friday, December 13, 2013, at her home. Mary Jane was born April 22, 1942, in Morrison, to Jay and Janet (Buikema) Tichler. She was a 1960 graduate of Morrison High School. On May 19, 1961, she married John VenHuizen
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
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
The following report was submitted by LuAnne Navarra, P.E.O. Chapter FL Corresponding Secretary.
At 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 11, 2013, the local temperature was 3 degrees. A Wind Chill Advisory from the National Weather Service is in effect until Thursday, December 12. Be safe–stay inside if possible tonight. Cover all exposed skin to prevent frostbite.
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities issued this urgent weather message on Wednesday, December 11, 2013. Precautionary actions are important. A Wind Chill Advisory mean that very cold air and strong winds will combine to generate low wind chills. This results in frostbite and hypothermia, if precautions are
On Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at approximately 3:50 p.p. WhitesideCounty Deputies responded to a two-vehicle collision on Illinois Route 30 near the intersection of Hillside Road. Upon investigation it was determined that a passenger car driven by Jesse R. Jones, 22, ofMorrison, IL, was traveling east on Illinois Route 30.
Dear Editor: Unfortunately, Morrison has suffered a number of issues with our water supply system. While I am sure none of us who have been directly affected by the troubles is particularly thrilled with what has beset us, we offer our sincerest compliments and appreciation to the Director of Public
Morrison Rotary welcomed to their Wednesday, November 20, 2013, meeting Daniel Humphrey, son of Kent and Audrey Humphrey, and Liz Buckwalter, daughter of Mike and Colleen Buckwalter. Daniel is a member of the Scholastic Bowl Team. He helps Morrison United Methodist Church with fundraisers and enjoys reading and making short
On Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at approximately 3:50 p.m., Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a two-vehicle collision on Illinois Route 30 near the intersection of Hillside Road, west of Morrison, IL. Upon investigation it was determined that a passenger car driven by Jesse R. Jones, 22, of Morrison, IL,
At the Wednesday, October 23, 2013, meeting Rotarians met the October Students of the Month, Cory Brown and Brandi Hosford. Brown is the son of Betty Spangler. He is active in Student Council. He helps in the community at the Morrison Friends Food Pantry and hands out summer free lunches.