Ribbon Cutting for M and M Bed & Breakfast

Morrison Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting at 11:45 a.m., on Tuesday, December 8, 2015, to welcome its newest member, Marsha Ecker-Heiden.  She is the owner of M and M Bed & Breakfast, located at 16477 Capp Road, Morrison, IL.  Chamber Director Kim Ewoldsen stated Ecker-Heiden “is proud to

Stephanie Deckro Earns Fifth Rotary Recognition

Congratulations to Stephanie Deckro, Morrison, IL, on a milestone that is not easily achieved.  She received a “Paul Harris Plus 4” pin from Chairman Phil Renkes.  The Paul Harris Society, named for Rotary’s founder, is made up of dedicated supporters who annually contribute $1000 or more to the Annual Fund,

Shell Express Lane Aided MFD Toy Drive

Local Firefighter WHO? is shown receiving a cash donation from Shell Express Lane/Johnson Oil Company Manager Pat Weidel on Friday, December 11, 2015.  WHO was the Committee Chair of the Morrison Fire Department’s sixth annual “Caring for Our Community” toy drive.  The convenience store/gas station is located at 651 W.

Help Firemen “Care for Our Community”

Morrison Fire Department hosts its sixth annual “Caring for Our Community” toy drive, run in cooperation with donated toys and games from Morrison, IL, residents and businesses.  The public has  three opportunities to help both Santas and Mrs. Clauses fill the Morrison Fire Department vehicles, before departure later this month. 

Donnybrook Apprentice and Local Musicians December 5

During the Christmas Walk weekend, Donnybrook Bakery Café, 203 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, welcomes the public to enjoy holiday cheer, the Petry sisters’ Scottish and Irish Christmas carols, and an appetizer designed by new apprentice Molly Colberg.  The establishment will be open Friday, December 4, 2015, from 8:00 a.m. to

Garden Club Creates International Pallet Trees

Article submitted by Sharon Moore, with photos by thecity1.com.  Wreaths were made by Garden Club members Kathy Anderson, Jan Kelly, Mary Latwesen, and Sharon Moore.  Items to construct the wreaths came from the yards of Vern and Mary Latwesen and Cheryl Christianson. Below is a description of each tree. Mexico–designed by

New Legionnaire Hats Honor Veteran

As they often do, the Morrison, IL, American Legion Honor Guard performed a tribute at the funeral of a departed veteran at Grove Hill Cemetery.  On Thursday, December 3, 2015, Morrison, IL, resident George E. Dykhuizen, Jr. was laid to rest with military honors.  Dykhuizen served with the U. S.

Beauty Hutch Introduces Kaylee Snitchler

Mary Buckwalter, owner of Beauty Hutch salon, 119 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, is pleased to introduce her newest Cosmetologist, Kaylee Snitchler, 20 of Sterling, IL. Before she  became a Cosmetologist, Snitchler attended Sauk Valley College, Dixon, IL, for 1.5 semesters, studying psychology.  Soon, she “knew that was not for”

Photo Gallery Showing Features Locals

Two area Muddy River Camera Club members will be featured artists, in a gallery showing at The Opera House Theatre, 712 6th Avenue, DeWitt, IA.  Jacklyn Hanson, Morrison, IL, and Dennis Wright, Thomson, IL, among others, have been selected to showcase the splendors of wildlife and landscapes captured on film.

Thanksgiving Weekend at the Donnybrook

“You won’t want to miss Donnybrook this weekend.  We begin bringing back the original menu and expanding, with our new Apprentice Chefs.  Busy shopping?  Remember, takeout is available.  Call in your pick-up order at 815-772-7600,” stated owner Bob Vaughn. Donnybrook Bakery Café, 203 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will be

Cheers and Pons in Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade

Editor’s note:  Corinne Bender submitted this article and photograph. Seven Senior members of the Morrison High School Cheerleading and Pons squads will participate in this year’s Spirit of America production at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®. They are part of a 650-member group that will perform a high-energy cheerleading production

Letter from Morrison Athletic Boosters

Dear Editor: The Morrison Athletic Boosters would like to thank everyone who attended the Donkey Basketball game on Saturday, November 14, 2015.  A night of family fun was enjoyed by everyone and many, many laughs were had by all! We would also like to thank the riders from the Morrison

Donnybrook Holidays November 21

Editor’s note:  The first public opportunity to view progress at the Donnybrook Bakery Café was a Christmas Open House on November 20, 2011.  Four years have brought substantial changes since this photograph was taken. Take a break from moving snow and sit by a fire, inside the cozy Donnybrook Bakery Café,

Letter from Chamber and Cotonwood 4-H Club

Dear Editor: The Cottonwood 4-H Club and the Morrison Chamber of Commerce would like to express our sincere appreciation to all of the sponsors, businesses, organizations, and individuals who donated their time, services, and money to make this year’s Halloween Parade and Costume Contest a success.  Nearly 250 children participated

Chloe Roeder is Headed to Junior Olympic Meet

    Chloe Roeder, Morrison, IL, has qualified for the 2015 State Meet for “Junior Olympic Level 3 Compulsory Team” competitors.  It will be held in Sioux City, IA, on Friday, December 11, through Sunday, December 13. She is a 6th grader at Morrison Junior High. “To make it to