Tosha Null is MCH Employee of the Month

Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, is pleased to announce the Employee of the Month for February 2020 is Tosha Null.  She has worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on our Medical/Surgical floor for two years.  She is pictured with husband Tim.  They are parents of

March 18 Sheriff’s Office Report

These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 3/14/20 at 10:45 p.m., James A. Kovach, age 23 of Naperville, IL, was stopped for speeding on Interstate 88 at mile post 35.  Kovach was cited for speeding 95/70 MPH and Operating an Uninsured Motor

No Excuses Needed Early Voting Until March 16

Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, announces Early Voting and Vote by Mail for the Tuesday, March 17, 2020, General Primary Election.  Any valid registered voter in Whiteside County may vote during the early voting period.  However, any vote cast is final and may not be revoked, and the voter is

Stolen CGH Ambulance Involved in Crash

An ambulance stolen from CGH Medical Center , Sterling, IL, was involved in a crash on, Saturday, March 14, 2020.  According to officials, a patient fled the CGH Emergency Department on foot and proceeded to steal an ambulance from the hospital’s property.  The patient drove the ambulance onto Locust Street,

Illinois Extension Event Cancellations and Modifications

The impact of the COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) continues to create uncertainty and concern globally and in our communities.  llinois Extension is in the process of activating strategies with University of Illinois campus to protect everyone’s health and safety.  This week, the U of I announced a suspension on all in-person

March 6 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, March 6, 2020. Arrests:  On Thursday, March 5, 2020, at approximately 6:54 p.m., Morrison Police arrested Elizabeth M. Schick, age 34 of Morrison, IL, pursuant to an Arrest Warrant issued by Ogle County, charging

Because Nice Matters Awards for Northside Volunteers and Principal

Double Chamber of Commerce Because Nice Matters awards were presented at Northside School, 520 N. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL, at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, March 10, 2020.  Chamber Executive Director LeAnn Schaefer presented them to an enthusiastic group of volunteers and the building administrator.

February 28 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, February 28, 2020. Arrests:  On Saturday, February 29, 2020, at approximately 7:10 p.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Jonathon L. Skinner, age 37 of Lyndon, IL, for an

Extended Time for Voter Registration

Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, announced that residents who did not register to vote by the February 18, 2020, deadline may register to vote and cast a ballot, during Grace Period Voting.  People who register during the Grace Period must register in the Courthouse office of the County Clerk, 200

March 14 Boogie Woogie Bingo

Morrison Community Hospital Foundation will host a trifecta of fundraising fun for the public, on Saturday, March 14, 2020, at Triple Play Bowling & Banquet,1601 9th Avenue, Fulton, IL.  Boogie Woogie Bingo is from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.  Costumes are encouraged but not required.  Proceeds will support the hospital’s major

March 6 Comfort Zone Family Grief Camp

Comfort Zone Family Grief Camp is a unique and innovative session, designed specifically for parents and children who have suffered the loss of a loved one.  The mission of camp is to provide children with the resources to help them cope with their grief and to allow them to spend

Lions Learn about Morrison Friends Food Pantry

Keith Hamstra was in charge of the February 2020 program and introduced Kaywyn Beswick, Director of Morrison Friends Food Pantry.  It is open weekly on Thursdays (except holidays) from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.  Morrison United Methodist Church provides space for the Pantry.  Food is purchased from River Bend Food Bank

It’s Time to Order Lions Club Roses

Morrison Lions Club members are taking orders for roses to be delivered on Good Friday, April 10, 2020.  Colors cannot be guaranteed, but your request will be honored as closely as possible.  The colors are brilliant reds, pinks, mauves, yellows, and pinks as well as other combinations.  The price is

March 6 Republican’s 2020 Lincoln Day Dinner

The Whiteside County Republican’s 2020 Lincoln Day Dinner will be held on Friday, March 6, 2020, at Deer Valley Golf Course, 3298 Hoover Road, Deer Grove, IL.  Social hour is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., followed by the Dessert Auction at 6:30.  Dinner and the program begin at 7:00. The

MHS Cheerleaders’ Easter Egg Hunt Fundraiser

For the 3rd year, Morrison High School Cheerleaders will create personalized Annual Easter Egg Hunts.  They take orders from local families and deliver Egg Hunts.  The Easter Egg Hunt sales end Friday, April 3, 2020.  “We prepare, stuff, deliver, and hide candy eggs the evening before Easter.  Local children wake