We Sing for Their Supper is November 16

On Sunday, November 16, 2014, churches in Morrison, IL, will present the seventh annual “We Sing for Their Supper” community concert.  Sponsored by the Morrison Ministers Council, the concert will be held at Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 6:00 p.m.   A free-will offering

October 31 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, October 31, 2014. Arrests:  No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued.          Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 10-31-14 Virgil L. Bush  73 Morrison, IL Disobeyed Traffic Control Device (Ordinance) 10-31-14 Nathan

Historical Society Seeks Return of Anvil

In October 2014 the front yard of Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, became a crime scene.  Someone or a group stole the last anvil used in the Karl and Proctor Lind Blacksmith Shop. In 2013, Morrison Historical Society received a treasured item from the estate of Margaret

Home for the Holidays Bazaar November 15

Describing the labors of Jean Tichler, left, and Mary Vos, Theresa Farrell stated, “These ladies have made dozens and dozens of fruit pies and pumpkin pies, all frozen and ready for your freezer and for the holiday season!” Farrell continued, “Make sure to mark your calendars for the annual Home

Reducing Damages Caused by Severe Weather

Extreme weather events in Whiteside County raise important questions.  How vulnerable are residents to these storms?  What are the most frequently occurring natural hazards? How much damage do storms and other natural hazards, such as drought, cause?   These questions and other related issues will be discussed when representatives from

Undersea Caribbean Beauty at the Museum

Have you vacationed in the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean Sea?  Is taking scuba diving lessons on your “bucket list?” Do you have a passion for photography?  These activities have become the thrilling hobby of Drs. Tanner and Suellen Girard, Morrison, IL.  They will share their undersea photographs in a

Referenda for County Schools and Morrison Streets Pass

Throughout the day, Tuesday, November 4, 2014, 17,814 citizens cast their votes. The majority of them chose to fund two 1% retail tax referenda.  In Morrison, IL, 59% of the 1413 voters agreed to pay one cent more on the dollar–on some purchases–to fund street repairs.  In Whiteside County, IL,

WACC Open House November 10

Connect.  Discover.  Explore.  Learn.  These action verbs exemplify students who attend the Whiteside Area Career Center. Whiteside Area Career Center (WACC) will host their annual Open House from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., on Monday, November 10, 2014.  The location is 1608 Fifth Avenue, Sterling, IL. What is the function of

Secretary of State Offices Closed Veterans’ Day

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities will be closed Tuesday, November 11, 2014, in observance of Veterans’ Day. All Driver Services facilities will be open for regular business on Wednesday, November 12. Individuals can visit the Secretary of State’s website, www.cyberdriveillinois.com, to locate the

Vote Tuesday, November 4, 2014

The Tuesday, November 4, 2014, General Election will take place in Whiteside County between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.  Take advantage of this important civil right and duty. 

Chamber Christmas Trees Available

In 2013, Morrison Chamber of  Commerce sold small, artificial Christmas trees for businesses and organizations to decorate.  This successful and entertaining fundraiser helped purchase downtown streetlight banners.  Prior to the Christmas Walk weekend, the public participated via silent auction bids in the lobby of Wells Fargo Bank, 100 W. Lincolnway,

2014-2015 MHS Quarter 1 Honor Roll

Following are Morrison High School students who achieved Honor Roll status during the first quarter of the 2014-2015 school year. 4.000 Honor Roll Class of 2015:  Adrienne Banks, Chance Bender, Noah Blacklock, Kaleb Church, Emily Clark, Hunter Hamstra, Payton Kennedy, Emily Kuehl, Kelsey Middleton, Isabel Vander Bleek, Kyle VanDerLeest, Kyle

Let’s Go to the Movies

Want to be entertained?  Want to enjoy an afternoon with friends?  Then, come to the movies at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson, above, star in “Saving Mr. Banks,” the movie scheduled for Tuesday, November 18, 2014.  This is the inspired and

October 27 City Council Report

Lynette Forth submitted this report. The “short meeting” scenario continued at the Monday, October 27, 2014, meeting of the Morrison City Council. City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen reported that the tear down of 703-705 W. Morris is to be completed. He noted that the appraisal is finished, and Aldermen should expect

MHPC Building History #46

The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) has applied to nominate an appropriate portion of the community’s commercial district to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  With the assistance of our consultants, the MHPC has spent months researching and writing the substance of our application.  In the hopes