Joe Bielema, shown at left, of Morrison, IL, had but a few hours sleep before he began a whirlwind journey on Thursday, October 3, 2013. Excitement over his first Honor Flight to Washington, D. C.–plus the early departure–allowed for little rest. He boarded a Wiersema Charter Service, Inc. bus at
Morrison Fire Department, 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will hold a drive-through Pork Chop meal sale on Saturday, November 23, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Thecity1.com will be closed Wednesday, November 13, 2013. However, press releases can be slid under the office door at 218 W. Main Street, Suite 100, Morrison, IL. Kindly leave a message on the machine.
Where were you from 11:00 to 11:01 a.m., Monday, November 11, 2013? For one minute Firefighter Joe Bielema activated the “fire whistle.” This alerts people around town to the traditional moment of silence, to ponder with respect and gratitude, those who serve in the military. Prior to this, Fred Steele
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following arrests made and citations issued since Friday, November 1, 2013. No Arrests are reported. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 11-01-13 Female Juvenile 16 Morrison, IL Failure to Yield at Intersection/Accident Graduated Driver – Unlawful Number
On Veterans Day, Monday November, 11, 2013, at 10:45 a.m., the Morrison American Legion will conduct a Memorial Ceremony at the Veteran’s Memorial Site of the Grove Hill Cemetery, High Street, Morrison, IL.
Saturday, November 16, 2013, will be a day to enjoy at the annual Morrison United Methodist Church “Home for the Holidays” Bazaar. You will find a great variety of crafters, both local and from away, along with homemade jams and jellies, cookies and candies, and the famous homemade pies made
From Thursday, November 21, through Sunday, November 24, 2013, a Chicago, IL, professional dance company will take to the stage in honor of the late Anne Petersen of Morrison, IL. She died Saturday, May 18, from unexpected medical complications. “With Both Feet” will be held at Links Hall, 3111 N.
On Veterans Day, Monday November, 11, 2013, at 10:45 a.m., the Morrison American Legion will conduct a Memorial Ceremony at the Veteran’s Memorial Site of the Grove Hill Cemetery, High Street, Morrison, IL.
At 8:15 a.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2013, American Legion Post 328-Morrison, IL, participated in the Junior High Veterans Day Recognition Ceremony at Morrison Junior High, 300 Academic Drive, Morrison. The men held a Flag Folding demonstration as part of the event. Family members were invited to attend this tribute
Editor’s note: The students shown here are the 2010 Madrigal singers. How many actors can you name? Meagan Zahora is Morrison High School’s newest Choir Director. She and her students are preparing for an enduring and important choral event this holiday season. “Each winter, the Morrison High School Madrigal Singers
Morrison Business Advisory Group will meet at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, November 15, 2013, at the Masonic Dunlap Lodge #321, 227 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Approval of minutes from October 3, meeting Public Comment Old Business Market Street Parking Lot opened–20 striped spaces ComEd lot clean up/no additional parking
Everyone is welcome to enjoy the following fall 2013 Lyndon Area Historical Society’s upcoming events. The location is Lyndon Area Historical Society, 405 4th Street West, Lyndon, IL. Visit our website, too: www.lyndonareahistoricalsociety.org. Saturday, November 9, (6:00 to 10:00 p.m.) The Lyndon Area Historical Society hosts its 3rd annual Trivia
The Morrison Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Kristi Wambeke of Rock Valley Physical Therapy, 635 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, was awarded the “Because Nice Matters” Customer Service Award for the month of October. Kristi was nominated for her friendly service and caring attitude and always remaining upbeat,
The Morrison Area Community Foundation (MACF) is pleased to announce it has awarded a grant to the Morrison High School Music Department. Shown left-to-right are Scott Vance, Morrison High School Principal; Gerri Elfline, MACF board member; Meagan Zahora, Choir Director; Dr. Suellen Girard, Superintendent of Schools. The grant award will