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December 6 Auxiliary Bake Sale
Madi Armitage Signed
 
The Loft on Main Holiday Art
2nd Turkey Trot Small
TSC Soft Opening November 30
December 6 Auxiliary Bake Sale
Madi Armitage Signed
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Paint a Rock at Rock the Block September 18

"During the “Rock the Block” celebration on Saturday, September 18, 2021, visit The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, to “create-and-take” a rock painting.  The event is from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.  All outside activities are free to the public. Inside the gallery, watch various artists demonstrate"

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Southside School Paraprofessional Needed

"Morrison Community Unit School District #6 seeks applicants for the position of Paraprofessional/Student Aide, at Southside Grade School, 100 Academic Drive, Morrison, IL.  Click this link for details about applying."

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September 11 Sheriff’s Fishing Derby

"Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and took the photos. The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Department held their 47th youth Fishing Derby at Morrison-Rockwood State Park Lake Carlton, on Saturday, September 11, 2021.  The Department was unable to hold the event in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Sheriff John"

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September 10 County COVID-19 Report

"On Friday, September 10, 2021, Whiteside County Health Department announced 17 new laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19:  8 (under 20), 2 (20s), 4 (30s), 2 (50s), 1 (80s.+)  There were five recoveries. Total Positive cases in Whiteside County are 7765; (2.0%); Daily Case Count of 17; Total Fatalities 176; Daily Death"

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Boil Order is Lifted on E. Main Street

"On Monday, September 13, 2021, City of Morrison Public Services Director Lori Matlack submitted this update to businesses and residents, on the north side of E. Main Street. “The IEPA Certified Lab has determined that water samples collected in your neighborhood were found to be satisfactory.  The Boil Order, which"

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September 25 Visitation and Mass for Daniel J. Buckley, Jr.

"A Visitation for Daniel J. Buckley will be held at 9:00 a.m., Saturday, September 25, 2021, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Morrison, IL.  It will be followed by a Memorial Mass at 10:00 a.m., along with military honors.  Rev. Fr. Slawomir Zimodro will be officiating. Daniel’s obituary follows. Daniel"

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September 3 Morrison Police Report

"The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, September 3, 2021. Arrests:  On Friday, September 3, 2021, at approximately 3:00 p.m., Morrison Police arrested Seth D. Peterson, age 21 of Morrison, IL, pursuant to an Arrest Warrant issued by Whiteside County, charging Peterson with Assault/Aggravated Battery (Class 3"

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MCHS Class of 1966 Social Night

"The Morrison High School graduating Class of 1966 would like to invite all MCHS alumni, former teachers, and guests to stop in at The Double G Saloon, 115 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, on Friday, October 1, 2021, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Please drop in and reminisce with the Class"

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Boil Order on North Side of E. Main Street

"At 1:30 p.m., on Thursday, September 9, 2021, City of Morrison Public Services Director Lori Matlack announced an immediate Boil Water. It affects all businesses/residents on the North side of E. Main Street, between Genesee and Cherry Streets. “Due to a water main break, it will be necessary for you"

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Governor Tightens Mask Wearing Requirements

"On Friday, September 3, 2021, Governor J. B. Pritzker signed Executive Order 21-22.  It requires all individuals over the age of 2 and who can medically tolerate a face covering to wear a face covering when in indoor public places. The Executive Order also requires health care workers, school personnel,"

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Vaccine Deadline Extended at Request of Hospitals and Schools

"Hospitals and schools work to implement additional COVID-19 testing programs and accountability measures.  On Friday, September 3, 2021, Governor J. B. Pritzker and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike announced a two-week extension of vaccination requirements, for individuals in high-risk settings. All healthcare workers, including nursing"

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Utility Bill Help Available for NW Illinois Residents

"Whiteside County Board Chair James Duffy wants to make sure County residents are aware of two current programs, aimed to help those who need assistance with their utility and energy bill payments. The County has teamed up with the Tri-Counties Opportunities Council, to get information about the Assistance Programs out"

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Honor 20th Memorial of 9/11 Attacks

"Saturday, September 11, 2021, is the 20th Anniversary of horrific terrorist attacks against the United States of America. By a joint resolution approved December 18, 2001, Public Law 107-89 designated September 11 of each year as “Patriot Day.”  The law directs that flags be lowered to half-staff for the entire"

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Dog Park Grant Participants

"Kathy Schmidt, Morrison, IL, submitted this graph of the results from the August 2021, PetSafe dog park grant competition.  Morrison qualified to compete for $25,000 for the new Bark Park.  There will be a contest in 2022. “We were really close at receiving the PetSafe grant.  [I am v]ery proud"

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September 16 Third Thursday at The Loft on Main

"The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will host “Third Thursday,” on September 16, 2021, before the gallery doors open, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m.  Male and female community members are invited to relax in conversation with free coffee, juice, or tea, and homemade treats.  Walk around"

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