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Painting Restored for Odell
Bella Duncan Signs
TSC Soft Opening November 30
December 6 Auxiliary Bake Sale
 
Madi Armitage Signed
Painting Restored for Odell
Bella Duncan Signs
TSC Soft Opening November 30
December 6 Auxiliary Bake Sale
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Harmons Open Peanut Butter & Deli

"Three generations of Harmons were very busy on their first open day, during the downtown Morrison, IL, Christmas Walk, Saturday, December 2, 2023. Pictured left-to-right are sisters, Gracen and Landri Harmon; grandmother, Bev Harmon; owner, Paul (Jamie) Harmon; his sister, Angie Erickson. Paul stated, “They will help out when they"

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Vogel Descendants Attend Holiday Gathering

"Twenty-seven Vogel family members attended their annual Holiday gathering, on Tuesday afternoon, December 5, 2023, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL. Their ages range from 58 (Brian Vogel, front table, far right) to 103 (Alice “Sis” Bordner, far left across the table from Brian.) They now"

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Camryn Veltrop Scores 1000th Point

"During the Annual Pearl City Holiday Tournament, on Saturday, December 9, 2023, Morrison Girls Basketball action took a pause in the play. Recognition was given to Filly Camryn Veltrop, as she reached a significant career goal, by shooting her 1000th point. She is a Junior. On Saturday, December 10, 2022,"

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Turret Installed atop Donnybrook Corner

"Shortly after 1:00 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, December 7, 2023, there arose exciting activity on the roof of 203 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The former Donnybrook Bakery Cafe now sports its corner turret, which previous owner Bob Vaughn had fabricated in 2014. It was built by Shambaugh Construction, Inc.,"

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The Bread Lady at Donnybrook Corner

"Many locals met Shelli Eng, of Erie, IL, years ago at Morrison Farmers Markets. Her delicious baked goods usually sold out early each Saturday. Perhaps because shoppers did not take the time to learn her name, she was affectionately called–even to this day–“the bread lady.” Others discovered the clothing design"

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December 1 Morrison Police Report

"The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, December 1, 2023. Arrests: On Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at approximately 7:43 a.m., Morrison Police Department received a call of a male subject sleeping in a truck in the parking at 606 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. During the investigation it"

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December Evening Activities for Golden Agers

"City of Morrison Recreational Services Director Nathan Jacobs has planned two events this month, to entertain those age 60 and over. There is no charge for viewing the film or playing games. Complimentary refreshments will be offered. Bring someone with you to share the fun. Call 815-535-1105 with questions about"

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Pam Pfister Receives ICAHN Award

"The Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN) recently celebrated their 20-year anniversary on November 28-29, 2023, at the State-wide Conference in Champaign, IL. Morrison Community Hospital has been a part of ICAHN since its inception. ICAHN and its 57 member hospitals make it their overarching goal, to preserve access to"

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“Dessert and a Show!” Tonight

"After supper, the entire community is encouraged to attend a Music Department event on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. Grades six-through-12 Choirs, Bands, and Madrigal Singers will entertain, showcasing both seasonal and general music selections. “Dessert and a Show!” begins at 6:00"

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2023 Morrison Christmas Walk Photos

"The Editor took the event pictures. Educator Brian Bartoz submitted a few student photos at the end. Two seven-year-old second graders from Northside School, became celebrities for the evening, on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Each won a coloring page contest, of “Santa and a [Christmas] tree,” the boy said. Wearing"

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Youth Speed and Agility Camp Begins Tonight

"Athletes from ages ten-through-High School may participate in a series of of six, 45-minute training camps, to improve speed and agility, hosted by Sauk Valley Sports Performance LLC Founders Anthony and Jennifer Adamson. She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach. The first camp is today at 5:30 p.m., on"

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Anne Frame’s Letter to the Editor

"Dear Editor: I sincerely hope that all of us in Morrison[, IL,] thank the Morrison Garden Club for all the beautiful work they do throughout the year: Main Street flower baskets and barrels filled with items of the season Grove Hill Cemetery’s fountain surrounded by flowers Odell Public Library spring"

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Day-into-Dark Canyon Christmas Walk

"On Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL, the Early American Crafters will host a Christmas Walk from noon to 6:00 p.m. Luminaries and lanterns begin at dusk. Cookies and warm drinks are the gift of The Early American Crafters. Park downtown. Free, continuous"

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Property Tax Levy Decrease in Tax Rate

"At its regular meeting on Monday, November 27, 2023, the City Council approved its annual Property Tax Levy Ordinance for 2024 (Fiscal Year 2025.)  Based on the estimated Equalized Assessed Valuation and statutory levy needs of the City of Morrison, the 2024 tax rate was established with a 0.06% decrease,"

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November 24 Morrison Police Report

"The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, November 24, 2023. Arrests: None. The following Citation was issued.     Date     Name   Age     Address     Violation Cited 11-25-2023 Niacole Vazquez 24 Morrison, IL Speeding and Operating Motor Vehicle with Suspended Registration The"

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