Will You Pay a Tribute?

Regardless of economic conditions, job rates, fuel prices, or inflation, most American adults cringe when they are asked to vote for an increase in taxes.  It is also true that, secreted within the voting booth, their general inclination is to vote “No.”  Regardless of the worthiness or need of the

April 3 National Honor Society Induction

April is a new beginning for National Honor Society, a prestigious, scholarly, and service organization for high school students.  The NHS Induction Ceremony welcomed 13 members to the local organization on Wednesday, April 3, 2013, at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL.  There are now 55 members. Principal

Pork Chop Drive-Through April 6

If you are looking for a quick weekend lunch, check this out.  On Saturday, April 6, 2013, visit Morrison Tire Center, 318 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the first Saturday sandwich sale of the new season. Choose from pork chops, brats, chips, and

HPC Takes Historic District Steps

On Tuesday, April 2, 2013, the City of Morrison’s Historic Preservation Commission literally took steps to define a Downtown Historic District.  Their journey will likely take “nine months to one year…starting today,” stated preservation consultant Darius Bryjka, of Springfield, IL.  “We need to begin to set up the boundaries today,”

Sully’s Final Four Shoot Out April 5

Did you register for the Sullivan’s Foods “Take a Shot” Shoot Out between Wednesday, March 20, and Monday, April 1, 2013?  If so, you may be selected for the “Final Four” Shoot Out on Friday, April 5, at Route 30 and Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  Before Friday, names will be

Varsity Baseball Today at Home

The Morrison High School Varsity Baseball games will be played at home today, Tuesday, April 2, 2013, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the Sports Complex.  The Oregan, IL, diamonds were not servicable.

Easter Egg Fun at Pleasant View

There was anticipation and excitement for the youngsters ages ten and under who attended the Easter egg hunt at Pleasant View Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, 500 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, March 28, 2013.  The fun began at 4:00 p.m. On the north side of the facility,

Morrison Holy Week Services

2013 Holy Week services are listed below for 15 Morrison, IL, churches. Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, offers services at 7:00 and 9:00 a.m. with Holy Communion on Sunday, March 31.  A full breakfast begins at 9:00, served by the Confirmation class and Men of Bethesda men’s group. 

Good Friday Cross Walk

On Good Friday, March 29, 2013, The Church of Morrison (the Laity and Clergy of the churches in Morrison) will host the annual “Cross-Walk.”  This re-enactment of Christ’s fateful journey to His crucifixion will begin at noon at Resthave Retirement and Nursing Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL. There will be

1550 Stuffed Easter Eggs!

Spring has just arrived, but one community event has been in the planning stage for months:  the Annual Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30, 2013.  Spearheaded for “about ten years” by Kiwani Ken Huizenga, the preparing of colorful plastic eggs is a monumental task.  On Saturday, March 23,

Ribbon Cutting at First Wealth Financial Group

New business owner Joseph Mills gathered his family and fellow financial services professionals to attend a Morrison Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Friday, March 22, 2013.  His attractive office space, located at 219 E. Main Street, Suite A, Morrison, IL, is the location of First Wealth Financial Group,

Brownies’ Wild Goal for Cookie Sales

The Lincoln Highway became a Brownie Girl Scout marketing location for Troop 1372, as evidenced by BayLeigh, left, and Jerrica, who did their sidewalk sign shuffle to attract cookie customers.  The girls set up a table in the Frontier Communications parking lot at 124 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, on Saturday

KJ’s Hosts Dirt Road Rockers March 23

KJ’s Bar & Grill, 115 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, hosts the Dirt Road Rockers from 9:30 p.m., Saturday, March 23, to 1:30 a.m., Sunday, March 24, 2013.  The local band plays rock and country rock music.

Candidates Address City Issues

The Morrison Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors hosted a well-organized and well-received Meet the Candidates event on Thursday, March 21, 2013, before an audience of over 100 interested citizens.  The forum took place from 6:00 to nearly 8:00 p.m. in the Odell Public Library Community Room, 307 S. Madison

Letter from Candidate Vernon Tervelt

As a family man and a resident of the City of Morrison for over 60 years, I care about what happens to our City and the people within it.  I stand for strong neighborhood character, excellant services and programs, and fiscal responsibility. Throughout my years, I’ve met, listened to, and