In my nearly three years as editor of a newspaper in this town called Morton, I have never made the mistake I have weekly nightmares about ...

Do you know about the new water tower being built in town? Well, what would you think if a pumpkin could be painted on it?

From the Pumpkin Festival to the school district, I have a lot to discuss today.

It is not often residents take an overwhelmingly supportive stance regarding a nearly $4 million facility. But, it seems readers are rather satisfied with the cost of the new Morton firehouse...

Several months ago, I was asked to think about writing a column on an alleged hate crime involving a gay student at a local high school...

Ossami Lake Homeowner’s Association president Todd Curtis can sit and relax in his newly remodeled sun room in his house that overlooks the entire body of water.

The lake over which he presides is a beautiful, privately-owned oasis located just off North Morton Avenue...

Last week, I found myself driving back from a meeting on the north side of Peoria with a gas tank drifting towards empty.  
Ten years ago, in this type of situation, I would have simply pulled off the road and filled my tank at the nearest station. Now, I know better. Now, I know how powerful my dollars are, how great their impact can be and how important a decision it is each and every time I spend one. Now, I pass on by that nearby station and wait to “fill ‘er up” in Morton...

I had always wanted to visit a psychic, but was just a bit too scared and skeptical to find out what the illustrious crystal ball held inside for me.

When Morton is mentioned through the writings of a Peoria Journal Star columnist, it is guaranteed there will be mention of that age-old stereotype of the typical Mortonite.

If you missed the Jan. 19 concert at Bertha Frank Performing Arts Center, I feel sorry for you...

If you are a Democrat, chances are you won't find many in Morton with the same beliefs. However, that does not mean this town does not appreciate the historical value of President-elect Barack Obama's inauguration and the Morton High School marching band's opportunity to be a part of it...

If you thought 2008 was an interesting year in Morton, think again. As a Morton insider, I have a few predictions for the coming year...

Jan Miller and Mary Naab served up a fat dish of humble pie Thursday. Both Miller and Naab headed the efforts to satisfy about 100 guests with delicious meals every Thursday at Morton Rotary in the Knights of Columbus Hall. Now, after about five years of preparing a noon dish for Rotarians, they get to take a break. But, it does not seem as if these two are excited about leaving.

About two months ago, I was concerned about gas prices, which typically have been higher in Morton than anywhere else. Recently, prices have been more affordable — the only good thing to come out of a sluggish economy. Mortonites — it is not just gas we are being charged a little extra for, as I found out when I made a trip to the local laundromat to wash my clothes.

Food for thought - or thought for food - whatever it is, if you are hungry, I don't recommend reading this right now.