"Editor’s note: Bill Popkin submitted this short press release. Small-town girl makes good! Lauren Rice, Morrison, IL, standout softball player, will be taking her skills to Ohio State University next year, in Columbus, OH. As an incoming sophomore, she will play in the Big Ten for Ohio State Coach Kelly"
"Albany, IL, Chief of Police Wyatt M. Heyvaert reported, “With the first half of the 2018 year being completed, Albany Police Department has had an increase of the following: • Traffic Related Arrest• Felony Cases• Cannabis/Methamphetamine Arrest• Criminals in Possession of Firearms when encountered by Officers.” “Officers make traffic stops"
"These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 7-13-18 at 11:00 p.m. Amy A. Dawson, age 42 of Dixon, IL, was stopped for improper lane usage on Dixon Avenue near McNeil Road, Rock Falls, IL. She was cited for No Valid Driver’s License and"
"Whiteside County Health Department confirmed that mosquitoes collected in Sterling, and Rock Falls, IL, during the second week of July 2018, tested positive for West Nile Virus. WCHD Environmental Health Director Gene Johnston stated, “This discovery is the earliest on record for mosquito pools in Whiteside County, since the West"
"Often, the Editor receives “tips” from local citizens that become features on thecity1.com. On Sunday, July 15, 2018, this one came as a Facebook share from my sister-in-law’s daughter, who lives in Norwalk, IA. She wrote, “Stephanie, My favorite artist is coming to your town!” Artist Jeff Tadsen lives in"
"Morrison Park & Rec Advisory Board will meet on Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at Morrison City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, in the Lower Level Boards and Commissions Room. The meeting beings at 7:00 p.m. The Agenda follows. 1) Call to Order 2) Roll Call/Attendance 3) Public Comment"
"State Representative Tony McCombie (IL-71) will be hosting traveling office hours in Erie, IL, on Wednesday, July 18, 2018. She will be available at the Erie Village Hall, 901 8th Avenue, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. If you live in the area and have concerns, suggestions, or problems related to"
"Editor’s note: Meridith Layne submitted the photo. As proof of recent beautification efforts along the downtown area, Morrison Chamber of Commerce Coordinator Meridith Layne submitted these pretty, potted petunias. You will find them in front of (Robert) Millikan Park, beside the Chamber office, at 221 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL."
"Editor’s note: Apologizes for inserting the wrong link to Theresa Brandon’s photographs. Thank you to those who notified thecity1.com of our error. If you were unable to attend the Morrison-themed Whiteside County Barn Tour on Saturday, July 7, and Sunday, July 8, 2018, or if you want to “revisit” those"
"Online registration for Morrison Community Unit District #6 students begins Monday, July 9, 2018. To register, log in to your Skyward Family Access account: https://skyward.morrisonschools.org/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=wsEAplus/fwemnu01.w."
"Dear Editor: What an amazing evening it was for Rock River Hospice and Home (RRHH) at the Fourth Tapas and Tinis Fundraiser! The event incorporates community members as chefs who make a variety of appetizers for guests to enjoy, along with specialty martini drinks created by Brandywine staff. Guests were"
"This report was submitted by City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen on Friday, July 6, 2018.> As we pass the Fourth of July, we are reminded how fast time takes us through the cycle of a year: youth baseball and softball starts to near the finish line; signs appear for the Whiteside"
"Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, June 29, 2018. Arrests: On Monday, July 2, 2018, at approximately 3:00 p.m., Morrison Police arrested Lynette S. Makl, age 47 of Morrison, IL, pursuant to an Arrest Warrant issued by Rock Island County, charging"
"There is a wildly popular Lip Sync Challenge being sent across Facebook. What makes it fun is that uniformed Police Officers and Deputies are the singers, and the stage is (usually) inside their squad car. The Law Enforcement Viral Lip Sync Challenge began with two San Antonio, TX, Airport Police"
"Editor’s note: Beginning July 1, 2018, the Albany, IL, Police Department monthly reports will be posted. Chief of Police Wyatt Heyvaert organizes them chronologically in one list. Below is the June Activity Report. June 1-31.) Coty A. Mitchell was arrested for Driving While License Revoked, Possession of Methamphetamine over 15"
