Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following arrests made and citations issued since Friday, June 27, 2014. Arrests: On Sunday, June 29, 2014, at approximately 2:33 a.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Chad L. Ottens, age 37 of Morrison, IL, in the 200
Gary M. Tresenriter, City of Morrison Director of Public Works, stated “A specialized piece of equipment the UP (Union Pacific Railroad) uses twice a year, to analyze the integrity of the track, has indicated these sections of track need to be replaced.” Next Wednesday, July 9, 2014, the Union Pacific
Good event planning should always include alternate plans to cover last-minute changes–like when your site is under water! Recent rains and Rock River flooding caused a change in venue for the 50th annual Prophetstown, IL, 4th of July celebrations. The event will take place Friday, July 4, 2014, but events
Corinne Bender, Morrison Chamber of Commerce Administrator, submitted this feature. The Bank Tellers at Triumph Community Bank (formally THE National Bank), 211 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, were recently awarded the June 2014 Customer Service Award by the Morrison Chamber of Commerce. This recognition was for their friendly and upbeat
“We’ve got it all covered,” stated “Blue” Bounds of Albany, IL, owner of Sleeve Weasels Tattoo. Five ink artists each have a skin art design specialty, such as “Japanese, New School, memorials, or portraits.” He added, “We like realism a lot.” Bounds and co-owner Adam Tyler, Clinton, IA, were business
Illinois Department of Transportaion crews will close the intersection of N. Orange Street and U. S. Highway 30 on Wednesday, July 2, 2014. There is one-lane traffic on Lincolnway, which causes delays. Repairs should take one day.
Across the Midwest and the local area, severe storms wreacked havoc on Monday, June 30, 2014. Extreme lightning, blinding rain, and high winds left at least one Iowa man dead, when his building collapsed on him. The storm grounded airplanes, caused considerable building and tree damage, and left many residents
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White reminded motorists who are celebrating our Country’s independence to be sure to drive safely, by not drinking and driving this Fourth of July holiday weekend. “Drunk driving results in death and injury on our roadways every year,” White said. “Let’s keep the roads
Dear Editor: As we prepare to gather with friends and family to celebrate the 4th of July, I want to encourage everyone to take a moment to commemorate another important event in our Nation’s history. Fifty years ago on July 2, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 became law, which
Dear Editor: Hospice of the Rock River Valley, a United Way Agency, thanks everyone who participated in the 12th annual Hospice of the Rock River Valley (HRRV) Golf Outing on Friday, June 27, 2014. Thank you to all the sponsors who contributed to the HRRV golf outing–Sandrock/Mickley Insurance Agency; CGH
On Friday afternoon, June 27, 2014, the Illinois Historic Sites Advisory Council (IHSAC) in Springfield, IL, considered the City of Morrison’s nomination to list the “Morrison Main Street Historic District” on the National Register of Historic Places. The nomination was presented and urged by the Morrison Historic Preservation Commission’s (MHPC)
“Yankee Doodle Dandy” is a 1942 American biographical musical about George M. Cohan, known as “The Man Who Owned Broadway.” His songs have become a part of our National heritage. Who hasn’t hummed or sung along with the words from the title song? Odell Public Library Friends chose this film
On Sunday, June 29, 2014, the City of Morrison, IL, rescinded a Boil Order for residents living on Maple, Cedar, and Ash Streets. Residents in the affected area were notified.
Pack the car for a patriotic day in Prophetstown State Park, along the Rock River in Prophetstown, IL, on Friday, July 4, 2014. Celebrate the 50th annual 4th of July observance with activities throughout the day. Glorious fireworks conclude the celebration at dusk. Bring insect repellant and a lawn chair
On Monday, June 23, 2014, the City of Morrison Council met at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. In attendance were Mayor Everett Pannier; City Clerk Melanie Schroeder; City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen; City Attorney Tim Zollinger; Chief of Police Brian Melton; Aldermen