Whiteside Forum: Democratic Values and the Political Process

Marc Adami submitted the press release. The Whiteside Forum will host Professor Paul Edleman from Sauk Valley College Department of Political Science, on Sunday, April 30, 2023. He will present and discuss an impactful topic titled “Democratic Values and the Political Process: Elections, Redistricting, and Gerrymandering.” This will be our

Rotary Distributed Non-Plastic Bags

In a earlier press release, Morrison, IL, Rotarian Kathy Schmidt stated, “We are always working to better our world, and we stay committed to that end. Rotary members believe that we have a shared responsibility, to take action on our world’s most persistent issues. “That is why the Morrison Rotary

Gerald R. Brackemyer (1947 – 2023)

Gerald R. Brackemyer, 76, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, April 22, 2023, at his home. Jerry was born February 2, 1947, in Morrison, IL, to Richard J. and Florence (Renkes) Brackemyer. He was educated in the Morrison grade schools and was a 1965 graduate of Morrison High School. He then

Garden Club and Volunteers Mulch the Odell

After two hours of sustained, convivial, assembly-line effort on Earth Day, Saturday April 22, 2023, flower beds around Odell Public Library/Morrison’s Community Room were dressed with fresh mulch. Morrison Garden Club purchased many cubic yards of mulch from Ryan’s Tree Service, of Sterling, IL. Last year’s, now faded, mulch layer

Martha B. Reynolds (1930 – 2023)

Martha B. Reynolds, 92, of Pleasant View Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, died Friday, April 21, 2023, at Pleasant View, in Morrison, IL. Martha was born November 15, 1930, in Prophetstown, IL, to Ralph and Florence (Forkey) Wilkinson. She married Glen “Bill” Reynolds, Sr. on February 15, 1954, in Morrison.

Odell Open House April 30

Katie Rider, Youth Services Coordinator, wrote the press release and sent the graphics. The community is invited to rediscover Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, with an Open House on Sunday, April 30, 2023, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. A Ribbon Cutting with Morrison Chamber of Commerce

MCH Complimentary Health Check Up

Marketing Director Mick Welding submitted this Public Service Announcement and staff photo. Here at Morrison Community Hospital, we care about your health and prevention. We are here to answer all your questions and get you in for any preventative treatment, including your free, yearly Medicare Wellness Visit. The staff at

Rotarians to Give Grocery Bags on April 22

Kathy Schmidt submitted the press release and photograph. Solving real problems takes real commitment and vision. For more than 110 years, Rotary’s people of action have used their passion, energy, and intelligence to take action on sustainable projects. We are always working to better our world, and we stay committed

April 14 Morrison Police Report

The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, April 14, 2023. Arrests: None. The following Citations were issued.     Date     Name     Age     Address     Violation Cited 4-17-2023 Timothy Davis 51 Morrison, IL Speeding 4-19-2023 Anthony Carter 19 Rock Falls, IL

Lions Recycle Day Medications Reminder

“Drug Take Back Day” is Saturday, April 22, 2023. This is an opportunity to safely dispose of unneeded or expired medications. It coincides with Morrison Lions Club Recycle Day, from 9:00 a.m. until noon, at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL. Morrison Police Department collects old

April 21 and 22 Ball Game Changes

Athletic Director Gregg Dolan writes, “Tonight’s[, Friday, April 21, 2023,] High School Softball and Baseball games at Princeton, IL, have been cancelled. Princeton had to adjust their schedule. At this time there is not a makeup date set. “Tonight the High School Softball team will play a Varsity-only game at

Vacation Bible School Save the Dates

Kellie Kohl writes, “Please save the dates for Morrison Vacation Bible School. It is set for Monday, June 12, through Friday, June 16, 2023, at Morrison Junior High, 300 Academic Drive, Morrison, IL. The theme is ‘Stellar, Shine Jesus’s Light.’ “Times are from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. “Registration is open.”

April 20 Third Thursday Welcomes You

The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will host its fourth Third Thursday of 2023, on Thursday, April 20. Whether this will be your first, second, third, or fourth time this year, to attend the morning get together, you will be welcomed. As always, The Loft on

City Hall Closed Most of April 20

Morrison City Hall will be closed from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., on Thursday, April 20, 2023, so that staff can attend training. The office will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 and then from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00. We do apologize for any inconvenience this might cause.

Lions Recycling Day April 22

This is a reminder that Morrison Lions Club Recycle Day is Saturday, April 22, 2023, at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The photo shows Morrison High School helpers from a previous Recycle Day. One major change this year is that