In July 2013 Illinois became the last state in the Nation to approve a law allowing the public possession of a concealed firearm. Anyone who wants to carry a weapon first must complete 16 hours of training from a State-approved instructor, who must use curriculum approved by the State of
Morrison High School Senior members of the Volleyball team were recognized. Shown left-to-right are Robbie Jackson, Kristi McNeece, Chelsea Eads, and Shannon Finneran. Nancy Gravert submitted the photograph.
Come out on Saturday, November 9, 2013, for tacos, prizes, and fun at Trivia for the Trail, a Friends of the Parks fundraiser, benefiting the Morrison-Rockwood Recreational Trail. Trivia Night will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Prairie Ridge Golf Course’s Oak Room, 903 W. Morris Street, Morrison,
Over 100 community members attended an historic kick-off event over breakfast on Friday, October 18, 2013, where it was officially announced that Whiteside County is now a 2-1-1 County. “The 2-1-1 system was established in the late 1990’s in Atlanta, GA,” Russell Siefken, Jr., said. He is Executive Director of
Dorothy A. Jirasek, 75, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, October 22, 2013, at Prophets Riverview Good Samaritan Center, Prophetstown, IL. Dorothy was born February 27, 1938, in Genoa City, WI, to Herman and Ruth (Berger) Koehn. She was a 1956 graduate of Genoa City High School in Genoa City, WI.
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following arrests made and citations issued since Friday, September 27, 2013. The following Arrests are reported. On Friday, September 27, 2013, at approximately 2:30 p.m., Morrison Police assisted the U. S. Marshall’s Office with the arrest of Sherry A. Kublick, age 40, pursuant
“The Girls’ Night Out Committee would like to extend their sincere appreciation to Dixie Vegter and staff of Cross Creek for their delicious food and great service!” stated Corinne Bender, Morrison Chamber of Commerce Administrator. Bender, left, and participant Michelle Neelans especially enjoyed the evening, as each was celebrating her
10-11-2013 at 1:30 p.m. At Polo and Duden Roads, Rock Falls, IL, Deputies arrested Brent E. Pritchard, 31 Sterling, IL, on a Lee County warrant for Contempt of Court. Pritchard was taken to the County line where Lee County Deputies transported him to the Lee County jail in lieu of
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following arrests made and citations issued since Friday, October 11, 2013. The following Arrests are reported. On Friday, October 11, 2013, Morrison Police arrested Nelson W. Cassiberry, age 36 of Morrison, pursuant to an Arrest Warrant issued by Whiteside County charging Cassiberry with
Gerald M. Mance, D.C., 64, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, October 21, 2013, at his home. He was born October 8, 1949. FUNERAL SERVICE: Per Doc’s wishes, there will be no funeral service. Cremation rites have been accorded. VISITATION: 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, November 8, 2013, at the Morrison
Lowell Kilgus, 68, of Arcadia, IL, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2013. Lowell was born April 26, 1945, in Sterling, IL, to Christian and Ruth (Schlough) Kilgus. He began his career as a high school physics and math teacher. He moved on, taking a position as an engineer, and worked
Doris R. Dykstra, 86, of Fulton, IL, died Saturday, October 19, 2013, at Harbor Crest Home, Fulton, IL. Doris was born May 29, 1927, in Fulton to John E. and Nellie (Sikkema) Vanderploeg. She was educated in the Fulton Grade Schools and was a 1945 graduate of Fulton High School.
Grace M. Hepner, 85, of Pleasant View Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Morrison, IL, died Saturday, October 19, 2013, at the Center. Grace was born September 19, 1928, in Moline, IL, to Carl A. and Helen (Sievers) Kraklow. She was educated in the Taylor Ridge grade schools and was a graduate
Mary Myrle Nice, 91, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, October 19, 2013, at her home. Mary Myrle was born May 8, 1922, in Ustick Township, IL, to George D. and Ivy L. (Beswick) Howe. She was educated in the West Clyde Grade School of rural Morrison and was a
Continuing its 2013 concert series, Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, is thrilled to welcome Karen Peck and New River in concert on Saturday, October 19, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of the church. All are welcome at the concert. Karen Peck and New River