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City Utility Billing Delayed (notice from City Administrator)

"City of Morrison Utility Billing Delayed On July 7, 2026, the City of Morrison will be transitioning to a new computer software platform with BS&A Software to support utility billing, payments, and customer information. Due to this upcoming transition, utility billing for July 1 will be delayed. Utility bills are"

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June City Council

"By Jerry Lindsey The Morrison City Council met in Regular Session on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Morrison Community Room, 307 South Madison Street, Morrison, Illinois. The meeting was called to order by Kevin Bruckner Jr. at 6:30 p.m. City Clerk Mike Hemmer recorded the minutes."

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The City1.com Is Closed through Monday, June 29

"  The Editor will attend the National Society Daughters of the Revolution National Congress, as a Delegate, through Monday, June 29, 2026.  The office is closed.  You may leave a message on the answering machine, 815-772-8718, or slide a flyer under the office door."

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Yummy Amish Supper: 800 Plates, Five Batches of Ice Cream

"  The Editor attended the Amish Community Benefit Dinner and Bake Sale, on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 3:30 to 7:00 p.m., as did hundreds of others!  This well-attended event is hosted twice a year, by Joseph and Wilma Yoder, on their expansive property, 9108 W. Lincoln Road, Fulton, IL. "

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Celebration to Honor Marvin Geerts June 27

"  At 9:00 a.m., on Saturday, June 27, 2026, Marvin Geerts will honored for his attainment of 100 years of life, as well as his 80 membership in The American Legion.  At his residence, Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Street, Morrison, IL, a  special presentation will honor “his significant"

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Join a Community Praise Night Friday, June 26

"  Pastor Sun-Ah Kang extends an invitation to Morrison-area residents to attend “Community Praise Night,” on Friday, June 26, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.  Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will host the event. Pastor Kang, stated, “We would love for our neighbors to join us.”  Featured will"

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Downtown Wine Walk June 17

"  Grab your friends and come to “Winesday”–Wednesday, June 17, 2026.  Join The Department of Fun for an evening of wine, fun, and prizes in Downtown Morrison.  The event is from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Register here:  https://WinesdayWednesday2026.eventbrite.com. Tickets include: ✔️ a wine glass ✔️ 15+ different wines to sample"

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June 20 Summer Solstice at Franklin Creek Grist Mill

"  Editor’s note:  The Summer Solstice occurs at 4:21 a.m. (EDT) on Sunday, June 21, 2026. The public is invited to celebrate the longest day–and shortest night–of 2026, on Saturday, June 20, during this entertaining, Summer Solstice, fundraising event.  From 4:00 to 9:15 p.m., enjoy Highland games; food stands; silent"

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Fulton Police begin 4th of July Safety Campaign

"  The Fulton, IL, Police Department announced plans for July Fourth traffic enforcement, with a focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers.  The safety campaign will run from Friday, June 19, through Monday, July 6, 2026.  These date will encompass three summer weekends–leading up to and after Independence Day. “We’re asking"

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City Upgrades Systems During Office Shutdown

"  On July 7, 2026, the City of Morrison transitioned to a new computer software platform, from BS&A Software, to support utility billing, payments, and customer information. As service expectations continue to evolve, the City of Morrison evaluated its current systems and chose a more modern, fully integrated solution–designed specifically"

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Fundraising Launch to Improve Tennis and Pickleball Courts

"  Morrison On the Move President Karla Burn submitted this press release. On the Move is proud to announce the official launch of its newest community fundraising initiative, in partnership with the City of Morrison.  The project is dedicated to revitalizing the tennis courts and adding two, new pickleball courts"

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May 8 Morrison City Council

"  Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report. The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, June 8, 2026, without Alderman Kevin Bruckner, Jr. in attendance. The Council heard from Karla Burns of the Morrison On The Move organization.  She explained the details of the upcoming festivities being held on Saturday,"

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MFD Celebrates 150 Years with a Car Show

"  The press release was submitted by Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor.  Photos shown are by Steve Siefken, Park Street Photos. The Morrison, IL, community and friends gathered on Saturday, June 6, 2026, to celebrate the successful years that Morrison Fire Department has served the community and surrounding areas. The morning"

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Odell Film of Country’s Founding Father “A. Hamilton”

"  Editor’s note:  July will be my fifth viewing of this superlative production.  Truly, “Hamilton” is in a class of its own. On Sunday, July 12, 2026, Odell Public Library will show the smash-hit musical, “Hamilton,” the story of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton–as he fights for honor, love, ambition,"

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Whiteside Forum Hosts Bucky Halker June 14

"  The Whiteside Forum will host Clark “Bucky” Halker and his rescheduled presentation of “This Land is Your Land:  The Folksongs of Woody Guthrie,” on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. “Bucky” Halker is an American academic, music historian, labor activist, singer, and songwriter who specializes in American folk"

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