Let’s honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice and those who continue to serve. Peace Officers Memorial Day (Friday, May 15, 2020,) and Police Week (Sunday, May 10, through Saturday, May 16,) pay tribute to local, State, and Federal Law Enforcement Officers who serve and protect us with courage and
Due to the COVID-19 virus the Sunday, May 17, 2020, Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society has cancelled its program on President and General U. S. Grant. Both museums are closed until permission is given to reopen. Contact the Curator at 815-622-6215. The organization’s newsletter included insightful articles from the Sterling Daily
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, May 1, 2020. Arrests: No arrests to report.
Driver Education and American Government Teacher Brian Martoz reported, “Thirteen Morrison High School students have been selected for induction into Morrison High School’s chapter of the National Honor Society. They were selected based on academic credentials (GPA of 3.5 or higher); involvement and leadership in school and community activities; service
Karla Burn, Marketing Director, reported, “Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, made and delivered 99 May Day baskets for all of our Residents.” She stated there are 35 residents in the Assisted Living wing and 64 residents in the Long Term and Skilled Care area. “We are
Morrison, IL, Police Chief Brian Melton is proud to announce the Helmet Incentive Program again this year. The program, which started in 2009, is to promote bicycle safety among our youth. It is only possible through the continued partnership and support of the DQ Grill & Chill owners Ellen and
Editor’s note: This article was updated on Monday, May 4, 2020, to identify the man who created the mown message. SQI is airport identification for Sterling/Rock Falls, IL, Airport. On Thursday, April 30, 2020, Whiteside County Airport Manager Darin Heffelfinger mowed a message into the approach end grass of Runway
Editor’s note: The time was changed on Friday, May 1, 2020. Memorial Day Services on Monday, May 25, 2020, will not include the traditional parade by The American Legion and others. Instead at 11:00 a.m., Legionnaires will conduct a brief recognition and rifle salute at Veterans Memorial Park, Grove Hill
U. S. Representative Cheri Bustos (D-IL-17) and U. S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) released the following statement, on Friday, April 24, 2020. They responded after learning that the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is transferring at least 20 inmates from Metropolitan Correction Center (MCC) Chicago, IL, where
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, April 17, 2020. Arrests: No arrests to report.
With Governor J. B. Pritzker’s “Stay in Place” order and for the safety of Lions Club members and our community who supports our fundraisers, Morrison, IL, Lions Club canceled delivery of roses. The annual rose sale was scheduled for Good Friday, April 10, 2020. This fundraiser supports two collegiate scholarships
Sunday, April 19, through Saturday, April 25, 2020, is National Volunteer Appreciation Week.
Marc Adami noted, “The Whiteside Forum’s Thursday, April 23, 2020, event with Jacob Campbell on ‘Humans and the Environment’ has been postponed. We hope to reschedule sometime during our 20-21 Season, which hopefully will resume by Thursday, September 24. We likely will reschedule Professor. Larry Weber and revisit flooding and
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, April 10, 2020. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 4-16-2020 Nicholas J. Irwin 29 Macungie, PA Speeding The public is reminded that these are
Sunday, April 19, through Saturday, April 25, 2020, is National Volunteer Week. Organizations across the Country are celebrating the gifts of time and talent, that individuals selflessly give to help others. Nowhere is this commitment more valuable and heartfelt than in hospice. Hospice care is thriving in this community thanks