September 3 Agenda: Historic Preservation Commission

On Tuesday, September 3, 2013, the 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 August 6, 2013, minutes Introductions Public Hearing COA, JBKM,

August 29 Special City Council Meeting

On Thursday, August 29, 2013, the City of Morrison Special Council Meeting will convene at 7:00 p.m.in the lower-level Conference Room of City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  The Agenda follows.  Call To Order  Roll Call  Pledge of Allegiance  Public Comment Items for Consideration and Possible Action include

Community Book Fair at Junior High

Students from Morrison Junior High School, 300 Academic Drive, Morrison, IL, will host a special Book Fair from Scholastic from Wednesday, September 4, through Wednesday, September 11, 2013, to help raise funds for new library books and resources. This event will feature a wide range of books for young teens

Scholastic Book Fair at Junior High

Students from Morrison Junior High School, 300 Academic Drive, Morrison, IL, will host a special Book Fair from Scholastic from Wednesday, September 4, through Wednesday, September 11, 2013, to help raise funds for new library books and resources. This event will feature a wide range of books for young teens

August 27 Sheriff’s Report

08-26-13 at 12:01 p.m.  Mark T. Duncan, age 56 of Rock Falls, IL, was arrested by Deputies following a property damage crash that occurred at U. S. Route 30 and Prophet Road.  Mark was driving recklessly before the crash occurred, according to occupants, and slid into the stop sign at

Watercolor Painting at Sawmill Museum

The Sawmill Museum, 2231 Grant Street, Clinton, IA, offers the last of its August summer classes for children:  “Make Your Own Watercolor Painting.”  On Saturday, August 31, 2013, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., you get to make your own masterpiece!  The admission fee–$4 for adults and $3 for children–covers materials

Come Home Again Reunion September 22

Lyndon Area Historical Society, 405 4th Street West, Lyndon, IL, hosts the 3rd Annual “Come Home Again Reunion” on Sunday, September 22, 2013. The Museum will be open from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.  Enjoy the exhibit of Lyndon United Methodist Church artifacts. Music performances will be given by Dmitry Feofanov,

BMX Stunt Show and Anti-Bullying Program

Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, is hosting a free BMX Stunt Show and Anti-Bullying Program performed by the Dialed Action Sports Team.  This free event will be held in the church parking lot at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 28, 2013.  Bring your lawn chairs, and

Early School Dismissals Today

Due to anticipated temperatures in the mid-90’s on Monday, August 26, 2013, Morrison Community Unit #6 School District will dismiss students two hours early.  Northside  will dismiss at 12:55 p.m.  All other buildiings will let out at 1:05.  There will be NO AFTERNOON PRESCHOOL classes today.

Two Tractors from the Parade

A popular event at the Whiteside County Fair is the Antique Tractor Parade before the grandstand.  Friday, August 16, 2013, continued the tradition.  On Monday, August 12, many exhibitors were part of a caravan that covered miles of country roads, during the 5th Annual Whiteside County Farm Bureau Antique Tractor

Tech Gift From Rotary to Food Panty

Rotary helps those who help the less fortunate.  They proved it again on Thursday, August 22, 2013.  With a matching grant from Rotary International, Morrison[, IL,] Rotary was able to purchase a laptop with several programs, printer, wireless router, ink, and paper for the Morrison Friends Food Pantry.  No more

The Perfect Saturday

Today’s fast-paced lifestyle offers many options for an individual or family to spend on Saturday.  You can focus on  music and perhaps take in a concert or listen to some itunes.  You can focus on art and visit a museum or theatre.  You can travel to find the best food

More Fair Winners

Todd Mickley submitted the following results from the 143rd Whiteside County Fair in the Open Culinary, Junior and Open Beef, and Open Sheep Departments; the Tractor & Truck Pull;Elections; Tuesday and Saturday Kids Tractor Pedal Pulls; Horseshoe Tournament.  All towns are assumed to be in Illinois unless noted.  13-22 /

August 26 Agenda: Morrison City Council

On Monday, August 26, 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 Reports of City Officers Reports of Department Heads The Consent