"The community is invited to attend the annual Books and Gifts Sale, sponsored by Morrison Community Hospital Auxiliary. It will be held Tuesday, March 7, 2023. The event will be in the Hospital Lobby from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m."
"Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted the report. The Morrison City Council meeting opened, without Alderman Josh West, on Monday, February 27, 2023, to announcement of the closing of the Odell Public Library for flooring repair (March 20 – April 1.) Mayor Scott Vandermyde noted that the Community Room would remain"
"Kathy Janicek submitted the press release. Morrison Music Theatre Association will present “Charlotte’s Web” on Friday, March 10, 2023, and Saturday, March 11, at 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday, March 12, at 2:00 p.m. Performances will be in the theater at Morrison Tech, 701 Portland Avenue, in Morrison, IL. The"
"Marc Adami submitted the press release. The Whiteside Forum will host guest speaker and historical object expert Ralph Kennedy, from Mount Carroll, IL, on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at the City of Morrison, IL, Community Room in the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, starting at 2:00 p.m. All"
"Marc Adami submitted the press release. The Whiteside Forum will host guest speaker and historical object expert Ralph Kennedy, from Mount Carroll, IL, on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at the City of Morrison, IL, Community Room in the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, starting at 2:00 p.m. All"
"Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the send-off portion of this feature and added his photograph. Myriah Drolema added additional information and photos regarding her son’s efforts at the State Finals. Skylar Drolema received a students’ send-off on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, as he left Morrison High School, to compete in"
"MHS Scholastic Bowl Coach Brian Bartoz submitted the press release and photos. Morrison High School’s Scholastic Bowl team achieved a fourth-place finish at the Masonic Sectional Tournament, at Prophetstown[, IL,] High School on Saturday, February 18, 2023. Fulton High School, which maintained a 6-1 record throughout the day, finishing in"
"The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, February 17, 2023. Arrests: On Saturday, February 18, 2023, at approximately 8:40 a.m., Morrison Police Department responded to a domestic dispute at 520 E. High Street, Morrison, IL. As a result of the investigation, Morrison Police arrested and charged Tyler"
"If the morning air in downtown Morrison, IL, smelled sweeter on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, it likely was, because loads of Girl Scout cookies were being delivered. Mahaffey’s on Main Street owner Sidonna Mahaffey had offered her building as delivery and pick-up location. Cookie Chaos Chairman Hillary Blevins took receipt"
"Jerry Brearton supplied the press release and photograph. The Award of the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal was presented to Builder First Class (Seabee Combat Warrior) Dennis R. VanZuiden, USN, left. It was presented locally, on behalf of Navy Commander S. L. Brown, by Morrison American Legion Post 328 Commander"
"Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey summarized this information about the agreement between the City and School District. Jim Stepp took the picture. Assistant Editor’s note: “This agreement is a great step forward, to maximize the usage of the outstanding facilities provided by the taxpayers of Morrison, IL. Our youth will have"
"The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, February 10, 2023. Arrests: On Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at approximately 1:00 p.m., Morrison Police responded to Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL, regarding a juvenile unlawfully consuming alcohol. A female juvenile, age 16 of Morrison, was issued"
"Due to the weather forecasted for this weekend, the City of Morrison declared a Snow Emergency, effective Thursday, February 16, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. The following will be in effect during this Snow Emergency. No parking on Snow Routes. Certain streets have been designated as Snow Routes and are posted"
"Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey prepared this interview. City Administrator Brian Melton took the picture. On Friday, January 13, 2023, the City of Morrison welcomed Nathan Jacobs as the new Parks and Recreation Director. Jacobs fills a position that will create and manage the sports and recreational activities throughout the community."
"The Whiteside County Highway Department has announced the posting of spring weight limits for County Highways. These postings will go into effect on Monday, February 20, 2023, and will remain in effect until further notice. Township roads may vary, so it is suggested that each Township be contacted regarding their"
