Resolve to Enjoy 2024 Third Thursdays

The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will host Third Thursday, on January 18, 2024, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., before the gallery doors open. Come in and say hello! Third Thursdays offer a pleasant opportunity for our residents to meet in a friendly environment and chat.

Dangerous Weather to Continue into Weekend

Whiteside County Health Department reports, “Beyond the wind chill, we’re eyeing more snow and dangerous cold. Snowfall of 1-4” is generally expected in two rounds between Wednesday night, January 17, 2024, into Friday morning, January 18. This may bring travel impacts to parts of the area, especially with the second

MHS 2nd Quarter and 1st Semester 2023-2024 Honor Rolls

The following Morrison High School students achieved Honor Roll status, during the Second Quarter and First Semester of the 2023-2024 school year. SECOND QUARTER 4.000 and Above Honor Roll Class of 2024:  Blake Adams, Alyvia Behrens, Carly Boonstra, Cambell Buikema, Cooper Bush, Geneva Connelly, Brianna Groenewold, Madison Houzenga, Katie Hutchison,

Morrison Schools Run at Regular Times January 17

Morrison Community Unit School District #6 will run its normal schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Dismissal time will be 2:55 p.m. at Northside, and 3:05 at the other building. There is no early dismissal tomorrow. Both morning and afternoon PreK programs will be in attendance.

Morrison Athletic Events Cancelled Tonight

“All athletic events for Morrison High School have been cancelled for tonight, Tuesday, January 16, 2024. The Boys Basketball game has been rescheduled for Saturday, January 27, with a Junior Varsity tip-off of 11:00 a.m. and the Varsity game to follow. No other makeup dates have been set at this

Call DMV Before You Drive There

Due to inclement weather conditions, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias encourages those seeking Secretary of State services, at Driver and Motor Vehicle facilities, to call 800-252-8980 or visit www.ilsos.gov to check DMV hours and status of appointments. “In times of inclement weather, like the current cold snap the State

Bingo Wednesdays at Resthave

Karla Burn wrote, “If you are 50 or older, please consider coming to join us for Bingo, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL.” “We will play every third Wednesday of the month, beginning February 21, 2024, and ending June 19. Competition takes place in our Assisted

Schools Closed January 16

Given the dangerously-low temperatures forecasted throughout the day tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16, 2024, Morrison Community Unit School District #6 will not be in session. All Basketball, Cheerleading, Swimming, and Wrestling events are cancelled.

January 11 ARC Blood Drive Report

Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./Morrison Community ARC Blood Program Leader, submitted the report. The first Morrison Community American Red Cross Blood Drive of 2024 was held on Thursday, January 11, from noon to 6:00 p.m., at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL. Thanks to the church for

January 19 Impact Life Blood Drive

  Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, will host a Blood Drive, on Friday, January 19, 2024, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. The location is the first floor Conference Room. Persons with appointments will be given priority, but walk-ins are welcome. The last date to have previously

Historical Society Annual Meeting January 14

Morrison Historical Society Board of Trustees will host the scheduled Annual Meeting of members, on Sunday, January 14, 2024, beginning at 1:00 p.m. The location is Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, with parking behind the building. There will be no program.

January 14 CSO Concert Postponed

The Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s Concert for Sunday, January 14, 2024, has been postponed, due to snow and cold temperatures. Watch for a press update on thecity1.com, or check the Symphony’s web page at www.clintonsymphony.org, or their Facebook page. Photographed at a rehearsal of Clinton Symphony Orchestra are Illinois musicians, left-to-right,

Are You Turning 65 This Year?

State Representative Ryan Spain (R-73rd District) is pleased to announce he will host a local “Medicare 101,” event in partnership with State Representative (R-74th District) Bradley Fritts. Persons turning 65 this year are entitled to enroll in the Medicare program. The Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) is a free, Statewide

Advantage One Credit Union Closures

Advantage One Credit Union will be closed until Tuesday, January 15, 2024. Winter has finally hit! Due to the extreme weather and the expected continuation of that weather tomorrow, we closed today, Friday, January 12, 2024, at noon and will remain closed tomorrow, Saturday, January 13. Monday is a Federal

January 15 Pizza Ranch Supper to Support Boy Scouts

Pizza, chicken, pasta, salads, and desserts will be available for supper tonight, Monday, January 15, 2024, if you take the family to Pizza Ranch, 3900 E. Lincolnway, Sterling, IL. Gluten-free crusts are available. Pizza Ranch and Morrison, IL, Boy Scout Troop 96, are partnering in a fundraiser. It will benefit