Sauk Valley Region Innovators to be Acknowledged

The newly launched Sauk Valley Innovation Awards (SVIA) identifies and celebrates the region’s innovate businesses and acknowledges them for contribution to the region’s economy and livability.  The program is a collaboration between the Whiteside County Economic Development Department and Sauk Valley Community College.  Plans are to make this an annual

Million Dollar Quartet Comes to Timber Lake

Timber Lake Playhouse will present the much-acclaimed and Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, “”Million Dollar Quartet”,” Friday, September 8, 2017, through Sunday, September 17, in Mount Carroll, IL. The production, directed by Courtney Crouse, will play a total of eight performances over two weekends. “Million Dollar Quartet” is the true-life story

Class of 2019 Enters Morrison Tech

On Monday, August 28, 2017, Morrison Tech welcomed their largest class in ten years.  This year brought an enrollment growth of 70% over the prior year. Among the new Class of 2019 are five Karate Black Belts, three Eagle Scouts, and a magician.  Students come from 45 high schools and

Rotary Club Annual Picnic

The Morrison Rotary Club held their annual picnic at Morrison-Rockwood Park on Sunday, August 30, 2017.  Our able-bodied planning committee of Mike Wiersema, John Prange, Mike Gunderson, Gary Steinert, Ron Coplan, and photographer Merle Reisenbigler again put together a wonderful evening, complete with amazing food and great fellowship.

Labor Day Pep Rally at Resthave Home

The Morrison High School athletes shown below suited up on a day off school, Labor Day, Monday, September 4, 2017, to entertain fans who rarely see them perform in person. Karla Burn stated, “MHS cheerleaders and football players were kind enough to come to Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison,

Sauk Valley Community College Yearly Report

Please follow the attached link to read the 2017 Sauk Valley Community College “Report to the Community.”  Read here.  In the pages and photos of the report, you will learn more about last year’s accomplishments and activities ways SVCC has expanded its reach how SVCC contributed to the community. Visit

September 14 Free Community Meal

On Thursday, September 14, 2017, First Presbyterian Church of Morrison will serve a Free Community Meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.  All are welcome. The meal will be a create-your-own potato bar served with sides, desserts, and drinks. The church, at 100 E. Lincolnway, is handicap accessible.  Call 815-772-3510 or search the “firstpresmorrison” group

Visit CCC Artist Works and Receptions

An exhibit featuring the works of Clinton Community College Graphic Design students is in place, at the new Art Gallery, located in the renovated Library. The exhibit will run through Thursday, September 7, 2017. The Opening Reception will be held Thursday, August 31, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. The CCC

Maximum Farming System in Action

The public is invited to learn about the Maximum Farming System, on Thursday, September 7, 2017, at 16640 Sand Road, Fulton, IL, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m.  Dinner is provided.  Call Doug Holesinger at 563-559-0248 to reserve a place. Ag Spectrum has invested in research and studied the science of

Estate Planning

Editor’s note:  Brian Witt, Legal Associate at Russell Holesinger Law Offices, will contribute articles on general legal topics, at the end of each month.  He will address Probate in September and Wills in October 2017. First, what is estate planning? Many people think estate planning is simply making a plan,

Enjoy Buffalo Wild Wings; Support Future Nurses

The Clinton Community College Nursing Club will hold a fundraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings, 2900 S. 25th Street, in Clinton, IA, on Friday, September 1, 2017.  Throughout the day, eat wings or your favorites from the BWW menu, and help raise funds for the CCC Nursing Club.  Funds are used to

Summer 2017 CCC President’s and Deans’ Lists

Clinton Community College, Clinton, IA, has announced the Summer 2017 President’s and Deans’ Lists of area Illinois scholars.  President’s List students must earn a minimum of six credit hours and 4.0 GPA during the term.  Fulton:  Elizabeth Leonard and Melinda Subo. Deans’ List students must earn a minimum of six

Trinity Insurance & Financial Services Opens in Morrison

Trinity Insurance & Financial Services is thrilled to announce the opening of a Morrison office, at 127 E. Main Street in Morrison, IL. The Morrison branch which will be home to Amber Blumhoff, a fully-licensed financial representative.  This office will also be home to our new Marketing Director, Angie VanderVinne,

August 31 Free Community Meal

On Thursday, August 31, 2017, First Presbyterian Church of Morrison will serve a Free Community Meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.  All are welcome. The meal will be Sloppy Joe’s served with sides, desserts, and drinks. The church, at 100 E. Lincolnway, is handicap accessible.  Call 815-772-3510 or search the “firstpresmorrison” group on

Miller Program: History of 108th Infantry Regiment

The Volunteer Millers at de Immigrant windmill in Fulton, IL will host their monthly program on Tuesday, August 29, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 10th Avenue, in downtown Fulton, IL, across from the authentic Dutch windmill. These programs are supported