Ten Morrison-area residents will host a Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, March 2, 2014, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, to raise funds for their mission trip to Mexico. At the end of June, the crew will return to help villagers in Leona
In order to deliver the Red Cross mission, Lincoln Land Branch of the American Red Cross will host a single fundraising event this year–the first “World Tour of Taste.” This event is Friday, February 28, 2014, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., at the gorgeous Rock River Supper Club, 3901 Dixon
The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) is applying 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
After a considerable absence, Union Pacific Railroad airhorns have begun to fill the air. On Monday, February 24, 2014, engineers began to signal their way through Morrison, IL, their horns blasting at various durations. Gary Tresenriter, City of Morrison Director of Public Services, stated it is up to the individual
Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of the fourth suspect in a Home Invasion in rural Rock Falls, IL, which occurred on Thursday, January 23, 2014, in the early morning hours. On Monday, February 24, at approximately 5;00 p.m., Austin, TX, Police Department arrested Dominique A. DeJesus on a
02-19-14 at 4:50 p.m. Jeff M. English, age 57 of Clinton, IA, was stopped for speeding on U. S. Route 30 near IL Route 136, Fulton, IL. Jeff was arrested for No Valid Driver’s License as well as Speeding 69/55 MPH. He was bonded on scene and released pending a
On Monday, February 10, 2014, the City of Morrison Council Meeting met at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. Aldermen included Curt Bender, Michael Blean, Scott Connelly, Dale Eizenga, David Helms, Leo Sullivan, and Harvey Zuidema. Alderman Marti Wood was excused, as
“Peter and the Wolf,” the grand-classic of musical children’s tales,will be featured by the Clinton Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, March 8, 2014, at Sterling High School’s Centennial Auditorium, 1608 4th Avenue, in Sterling, IL. The concert commences at 7:30 p.m. “Peter and the Wolf” is just one of the classics
Interested in learning about applications for your new iPad? Clinton Community College will offer “iPad for Home” on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. until noon. Call 563-244-7100 to register for class #140246 or for additional information. Class will meet at the CCC Technology Center, 1951 Manufacturing Drive, Clinton,
On Monday, February 24, 2014, the City of Morrison Council Meeting will convene at 6:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. Following the meeting, a goal setting session will be held. The Agenda follows. Call To Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public
The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its meeting on Wednesday, February 26, 2014, at 5:30 p.m., in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The agenda follows. Approval of Chairman’s January 8, 2014 Report New Business County rezoning within 1.5 mile
Be prepared to enjoy The Wax Museum–composed of 4th grade children–within Morrison’s Heritage Museum, on Sunday, April 27, 2014. Morrison Historical Society will host its Open House at 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Doors open at 1:00 p.m., with the unique program beginning at 1:30. For the past five years,
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, presents artist Marianne Biagi and “The Creative Process,” Monday evening, February 24, 2014, beginning at 6:30 in the library Program Room. Marianne’s colorful, vibrant, and unique pieces of art made from beads, fabric, and thread are not only beautiful, but they
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following arrests made and citations issued since Friday, February 14, 2014. No Arrests are reported. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 02-16-14 Pamela F. VanZuiden 64 Camanche, IA Ordinance – Parking on Crosswalk 02-18-14 Brent Fischbach 40 Morrison,
The Illinois Sheriff’s Association announces it will award over $53,000 in college scholarships throughout the State of Illinois, to students wishing to pursue higher education during the 2014-2015 academic year. The scholarships are to be applied to tuition, books, and fees only. Students must be enrolled full-time at a certified