"Editor’s note: Photos were supplied by Youth Services Coordinator Katie Rider (Odell Public Library) and The Loft on Main Volunteer Pat McGarvey . McGarvey and Volunteer Sarah Bull assisted at the party. Twenty-eight, comics-loving Morrison, IL, youngsters took part in a Comic Book Workshop, on Thursday, January 4, 2024. Katie"
"Morrison, IL, City Administrator Brian Melton offers a report, “2023: A Year In Review,” to the community. “It provides some highlights and accomplishments of the City in the past year.” The report can be accessed by this link: 2023; A Year In Review."
"The following Arrests were made, and Citations issued since Friday, December 29, 2023. Arrests: None The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 12-30-2023 Olivia Lewis 30 Prophetstown, IL Speeding 12-30-2023 Joseph Broughton 33 Morrison, IL No Valid"
"National Society Daughters of the American Revolution has three guiding principles, which define their multi-faceted programs, activities, and sponsorships: Patriotism, Education, and Historic Preservation. The DAR Good Citizens program and Scholarship Contest encourages and rewards the qualities of good citizenship. Open to all High School Seniors enrolled in public or"
"The following Arrest was made, and Citation issued since Friday, December 22, 2023. Arrests: On Monday, December 25, at approximately 12:56 a.m., the Morrison Police Department received a call of a suspicious subject attempting to enter locked vehicles at 400 N. Cherry Street. During the investigation it was discovered Dealon"
"Volunteer Millers will sponsor their first event of 2024, starting at noon on Saturday, January 6, 2024. Millers of de Immigrant Windmill will offer a free bowl of soup and a variety of table games. Both traditional table games and new versions will be set up for rounds of play."
"Editor’s note: Open hours are Tuesday, December 26, through Saturday, December 30, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. As a non-coffee drinker, it was a pleasant surprise to enjoy a soothing, rich, coffee fragrance in the air, as I approached “The Bread Lady at Donnybrook Corner.” The Grand Opening"
"The storefront of a variety store will display a wide range of goods of different types and forms. Usually, eclectic merchandise is inexpensive. Inside Hidden Treasures Variety Store, LLC, at 113 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, owner Tobias Bloom stated, “I wanted to do a little bit for everyone. That"
"The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, December 15, 2023. Arrests: None. The following Citation was issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 12-20-2023 Victoria Horn 28 Morrison, IL Improper Backing The public is reminded that these are"
"Seasonal viruses have been on the uptick for the last several weeks across the State. Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reminds the public to take precautions–to protect the health of friends and family who are vulnerable to severe illness. The guidance comes as the Centers for Disease Control and"
"On Monday, December 18, 2023, one item for consideration was proposed to protect students and staff. Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey’s report stated, “Bob Sondgerroth presented the cost and effects of securing all school classrooms with ‘FlipLok’ products. Such secondary, locking devices offer each room a security device to prevent the"
"Remember The Loft on Main while shopping locally at 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. You will find so many unique items in a large range of prices. Prices begin at $4.50. Extended hours follow. Dec. 21: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dec. 22: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.Dec. 23: 10:00"
"Written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey The Monday, December 18, 2023, edition of the Morrison School District Board of Directors offered a presentation of projects that would potentially upgrade the curriculum and improve facility security. Members of the Morrison Alumni Association, Tonia Prombo and Alex Williams, presented a proposal for"
"Coffee fans have a specialty shop to satisfy their preferences and explore new combinations. Owner Kristina Cortes and partner Miguel Velasco describe their take-and-go business as “Your Local Healthy Hangout.” Located at 205 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, “Royalty Healthy Shakes, Xtreme Teas, and Coffees,” offers protein shakes, energy teas,"
"The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, December 8, 2023. Arrests: None. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 12-08-2023 Linda Cox 70 Davenport, IA Expired Registration Sticker 12-13-2023 Tiffany Lechler 40 Sterling, IL"
