"Written and photos by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. “Morrison Bark Park” was officially opened and presented to the City of Morrison, by a group of volunteers known as “On the Move with Parks and Recreation.” The committee earned over $70,000 through donations and fund-raising activities, during the past two years,"
"Kellie Kohl is the recipient of an upcoming benefit event, on Saturday, September 20, 2023, at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The hours of this family-friendly event are 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Those unable to attend can offer their support for Kellie. Make a monetary donation;"
"Editor’s note: Friday, September 15, 2023, is National POW/MIA Recognition Day. Established in 1979, by President Jimmy Carter’s signing a proclamation, the third Friday of September continues as National POW/MIA Recognition Day. Below is a reprinted 2021, Clay County, FL, feature that informs us of the woman who began this"
"Written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The future traffic flow configuration at Genesee Street and U. S. Route 30 filled much of the agenda of the Morrison City Council on September 11, 2023. Public comments were received from a local resident who lives in corner housing, who presented the situation"
"Paint the Town 2023 is brought to Morrison, IL, through tiered giving, from a plethera of the generous sponsors. Many businesses will display a sponsor window sign–labeled with the appropriate artist or friend. This is recognition of their support of Children’s Art Preservation Committee (CAPA.) Make a point to thank"
"Editor’s note: Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted the team photo, and present Coach Rayn Darsidan supplied the Cheers’ names. The 21st class of inductees into the Morrison Athletic Hall of Fame was introduced prior to the Morrison, IL, Football game on Friday, September 8, 2023, at E. M. “Bud” Cole"
"Photos 1-3 were taken by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. Coach Raynn Darsidan submitted the Cheers photo and names. The 21st class of inductees into the Morrison Athletic Hall of Fame was introduced prior to the Morrison, IL, Football game on Friday, September 8, 2023, at E. M. “Bud” Cole Field."
" Paint the Town, in Morrison, IL, is a family festival for the visual arts. The event returns on Saturday, September 16, 2023, offering 1700 squares for painting. The entire downtown will be transformed again into an outdoor canvas of 5-foot squares. Each square will await the creative expressions of"
"On Monday, September 11, 2023, there will be a Ribbon Cutting and dedication of the Morrison Bark Park back to the City of Morrison, IL. It will be held at the Morrison Bark Park, N. Genesee Street, at 5:30 p.m. Some sponsors of the park, City Council members, and On"
"Dear Editor: The Morrison City Council is considering various options for reconfiguring the intersection of Genesee Street and U. S. Route 30, including options that would a. remove the existing traffic signals b. make some sections adjacent to Route 30 one-way only c. even close a one-block stretch of Genesee"
"Join WQPT on September 21, 2023, for a screening of excerpts from the new film, “My Ascension,” and an engaging panel discussion about suicide prevention and mental wellness. The screening and panel discussion will be held in person with a virtual viewing option, on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 5:00"
"Morrison Rotary Club’s Harvest Hammer proceeds are used to fund local youth, education, and community projects. Listed below are generous 2023 sponsors who supported this annual event. Platinum: Allure of Sterling; CGH Medical Center; Kunes Auto Group of Morrison; Mertes & Mertes P.C.; Morrison Community Hospital; Ronald F. Coplan Law"
"Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society will present an enlightening program focused on “Sterling and Dixon in the Civil War.” The public is invited to attend, on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at the Lincoln Learning Center, 611 E. 3rd Street, Sterling, IL. Stay for refreshments afterwards. Tom Wadsworth will"
"September 9-11, 2023 – Half Staff Alert The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor J. B. Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of: Emergency Medical Technician Connor Mandeville-Rakers"
"The following Arrest was made and Citations were issued since Friday, September 1, 2023. Arrests: On Thursday, September 7, 2023, at approximately 6:39 a.m., the Morrison Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the 500 block of French Creek Road. During the stop it was discovered Gary Johnson, age 66,"
