Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the press release and took the staff photo. Not all employees are in the photo. Morrison[, IL,] High School opened on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, under new Principal David Mills, with anxiety and excitement rising from the possibilities that lie before these students. MHS Instructional
As the creator and host of the PBS series, “The Joy of Painting,” Bob Ross was a fixture on television for over a decade, where–for 30 minutes each week–he taught us to paint. Ross made art and painting accessible to anyone, to learn from the comfort of their living room.
Editor’s note: Photos will be emailed to drivers upon request, at no cost: stephanie@thecity1.com. POWER WHEELS DERBY Prior to the 7:00 p.m. main attraction, the Power Wheels Derby began with a passel of young drivers; ages three-to-“eight or nine” are eligible. Generally, they drive around for several minutes, some tapping
August 15, 2023, Fair Results are listed. All towns are in Illinois unless noted. 23-02/ JUNIOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS Gabriella E. Abell of Tampico earned Premier Exhibitor Honors in the Grains Division, with Katelyn M. Temple of Fulton earning Premier Exhibitor Honors in the Vegetable Division, at the 152th Annual Whiteside
The following Arrest was made and Citations issued since Friday, August 11, 2023. Arrest: On Thursday, August 17, 2023, at approximately 11:25 a.m., the Morrison Police Department responded to a Stalking No Contact Order Violation at 300 ½ E. Park Street. During the investigation, it was discovered Nicholas Larkey, age
Following are the Tuesday, August 15, 2023, bicycle winner, Editor interviews, and photos. Bike Winner Generous sponsors donate six bicycles to lucky youngsters during Fair Week. On Tuesday, August 15, Landon Wunderlich, age 9, of Tampico, chose a royal blue bike. It was donated by Kophamer & Blean Realty, 118
The American Legion Post 328 in Morrison, IL, maintains a Flag Drop Box, for U. S. Flags that have served their useful purpose. This includes tattered, faded, ripped, stained, or torn flags. Other flags (POW/MIA, Illinois, etc.) that are retired may also be turned in. Collected flags will be burned
Whiteside County Fair attendees would do well to begin Thursday morning, August 17, 2023, with a visit to The Loft on Main gallery, at 112 E. Main Street, downtown Morrison, IL. “Third Thursday” [of each month] is a welcoming time, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. prior to the doors
Written by Assitant Editor Jerry Lindsey The Morrison, IL, City Council convened on Monday, August 14, 2023, without Alderwoman Mahaffey in the chambers. The major portion of the time was filled with Aldermen’s opinions of the potential options for altering the traffic requirement, of the intersection of U. S. Route
Many of us in Morrison, IL, have lost trees due to storms and disease. Morrison Garden Club would like to help encourage residents to replace some of those trees. The club is sponsoring a tree planting reimbursement program this fall. We will reimburse “up to $50” for one tree that
Morrison High School Key Club and Kiwanis Club offer the public a summer cookout, tasty snacks, and refreshing soft drinks, during their Saturday Sandwich Sales. Stop by the “sandwich corner” at U. S. Route 30 and Cherry Street, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for grilled sandwiches. Proceeds benefit Kiwanis
Antique tractor buffs will have a heyday at this year’s 152nd Annual Whiteside County Fair, which runs August 15-19, 2023. Display your Antique Tractor; each participant will receive a 152nd Whiteside County Fair plaque to display on their antique tractor. Exhibitors will fire up their engines for the Parade, about
Since 1989, the Whiteside County Fair Board has sought to honor those who have made an extra effort to support and make the annual Fair as much fun as possible, for all those who participate and attend the many shows and events. The Board is pleased to announce that the
Mayor Scott Vandermyde announced that the City of Morrison has been selected to receive a $1,271,782 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Public Infrastructure. As part of the CDBG program funded by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce
Editor’s note: Wolf Koch submitted the press release and photo about his upcoming program. On Sunday, August 13, 2023, Wolf Koch will discuss “A Comparison of Barns from Northern Germany, Denmark, and Iowa to Barns Built by Midwest Settlers.” It will be held at 2:00 p.m., in the Lincoln Learning