Rotary November Students of the Month

Morrison Rotary welcomed to their Wednesday, November 20, 2013, meeting Daniel Humphrey, son of Kent and Audrey Humphrey, and Liz Buckwalter, daughter of Mike and Colleen Buckwalter. Daniel is a member of the Scholastic Bowl Team.  He helps Morrison United Methodist Church with fundraisers and enjoys reading and making short

Accident Fatality West of Morrison

On Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at approximately 3:50 p.m., Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a two-vehicle collision on Illinois Route 30 near the intersection of Hillside Road, west of Morrison, IL. Upon investigation it was determined that a passenger car driven by Jesse R. Jones, 22, of Morrison, IL,

Rotary October Students of the Month

At the Wednesday, October 23, 2013, meeting Rotarians met the October Students of the Month, Cory Brown and Brandi Hosford. Brown is the son of Betty Spangler.  He is active in Student Council.  He helps in the community at the Morrison Friends Food Pantry and hands out summer free lunches. 

Christmas Walk a Success

Who knew the opportunity to create unique, miniature Christmas trees would be so popular with 46 area designers?  Morrison Chamber of Commerce Board members hoped it would capture both the interest of holiday artists and lovers of Christmas decor.  Add to the event those who wished to support the Chamber

2013 MHS 1st Quarter Honor Roll

Morrison High School scholars listed below qualified for the 1st Quarter Honor Roll during the 2013-2014 school year. 4.000 Honor RollClass of 2014:  Katherine Bird, Hannah Blacklock, Cory Brown, Anna Hogue, Brandi Hosford, Daniel Humphrey, Morgan McCulloh, Abby Mickley, Emily Riggen, Cassidy VanZuiden, Brennah Zuidema Class of 2015:  Noah Blacklock,

FNB Holiday Open Houses

Farmers National Bank, 1100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will hold its 2013 Holiday Open House over two days during regular banking hours: Friday, December 13, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, December 14, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. In support of “Banking on a Cure” Relay for Life Team,

Ditka Honored with Personalized License Plate

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White presented Mike Ditka with a personalized Chicago Bears Presentation License Plate, honoring his legacy as a player and coach with the Chicago Bears football team.  The Chicago Bears organization will retire Ditka’s number, 89, during half-time at the evening game agains the Dalla cowboys

December 9 Sheriff’s Report

12-08-13 at 10:23 p.m.  Erin E. Roggy, age 19 of Morrison, IL, was arrested in Sterling, IL, following a traffic stop.  She was charged with Driving While License Suspended, Operating an Uninsured Motor Vehicle, and Expired Registration Sticker.  She was released on bond.  Sterling Police and Slim-n-Hank’s Towing assisted on

November 25 Council Meeting Report

Lynnette Forth submitted the following report. Morrison City Council members met in the Whiteside County Board Room on Monday, November 25, 2013.  Aldermen Leo Sullivan and Scott Connelly were absent.  Resident Mark Zinnen addressed the Council during Public Comment, in regard to the issue of not having enough No Parking

November 22 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, November 22, 2013. No Arrests are reported. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 11-22-13 Charles M. Johnson 61 Elmhurst, IL Speeding, No Valid Registration, & Operating Uninsured Vehicle 11-24-13 Tabetha

November 15 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, November 15, 2013. No Arrests are reported. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 11-13-13 Andrew E. Irish 29 Burlington, IA   Ordinance – Parking – Central Business District – 2:30-6:00

Be Alert to No Parking Areas During Christmas Walk

From 4:45 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 7, 2013, there will be no parking spots available on Downtown Main Street, Morrison, IL.  On this one day, adjust your Main Street shopping to either side of those times, to avoid the Christmas Parade.  Also, only the 40 parade entries will

December 10 Agenda: Historic Preservation Commission

On Tuesday, December 10, 2013, Historic Preservation Commission will hold its meeting at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the lower-level Conference Room.  The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of November 5, 2013, minutes New Business Recommendation of Replacement Consultant

December 9 Agenda: City Council Meeting

On Monday, December 9, 2013, the City of Morrison Council Meeting will convene at 7:00 p.m.in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  The Agenda follows. Call To Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Board and Commission Reports lanning/Zoning Commission Reports of City Officers

Loan to Morrison: 19 Parking Spaces

Courtesy of Dr. David C. Jennings, there are now 19 available parking spaces in the municipal parking lot on E. Market Street.  One space is for handicap accessibility.  The City of Morrison  Public Services staff placed bags over Dr. Jennings’ signs, so the public would know they are available,  If