The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, February 24, 2023. Arrests: On Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at approximately 12:31 a.m., Morrison Police Department responded to a 911 hangup, at 606 Ash Avenue, Morrison, IL. As a result of the investigation, Morrison Police arrested and charged Nathan Sandell,
Knights of Columbus members will host three Lenten Fish Fridays, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL. The first date is Friday, March 10, 2023. The following meals are March 17 and 31. Enjoy all-you-can-eat, fried and baked Alaskan Pollack. Beer-battered
City Administrator Brian Melton submitted this press release. The City of Morrison, IL, is seeking applicants for seasonal and part-time work for General Maintenance, Mowing, and Concessions. Within these positions, work can begin as early as March 2023, through the summer months, and into October. Work schedules may vary with
The community is invited to attend the annual Books and Gifts Sale, sponsored by Morrison Community Hospital Auxiliary. It will be held Tuesday, March 7, 2023. The event will be in the Hospital Lobby from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted the report. The Morrison City Council meeting opened, without Alderman Josh West, on Monday, February 27, 2023, to announcement of the closing of the Odell Public Library for flooring repair (March 20 – April 1.) Mayor Scott Vandermyde noted that the Community Room would remain
Kathy Janicek submitted the press release. Morrison Music Theatre Association will present “Charlotte’s Web” on Friday, March 10, 2023, and Saturday, March 11, at 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday, March 12, at 2:00 p.m. Performances will be in the theater at Morrison Tech, 701 Portland Avenue, in Morrison, IL. The
Marc Adami submitted the press release. The Whiteside Forum will host guest speaker and historical object expert Ralph Kennedy, from Mount Carroll, IL, on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at the City of Morrison, IL, Community Room in the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, starting at 2:00 p.m. All
Marc Adami submitted the press release. The Whiteside Forum will host guest speaker and historical object expert Ralph Kennedy, from Mount Carroll, IL, on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at the City of Morrison, IL, Community Room in the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, starting at 2:00 p.m. All
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the send-off portion of this feature and added his photograph. Myriah Drolema added additional information and photos regarding her son’s efforts at the State Finals. Skylar Drolema received a students’ send-off on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, as he left Morrison High School, to compete in
MHS Scholastic Bowl Coach Brian Bartoz submitted the press release and photos. Morrison High School’s Scholastic Bowl team achieved a fourth-place finish at the Masonic Sectional Tournament, at Prophetstown[, IL,] High School on Saturday, February 18, 2023. Fulton High School, which maintained a 6-1 record throughout the day, finishing in
The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, February 17, 2023. Arrests: On Saturday, February 18, 2023, at approximately 8:40 a.m., Morrison Police Department responded to a domestic dispute at 520 E. High Street, Morrison, IL. As a result of the investigation, Morrison Police arrested and charged Tyler
If the morning air in downtown Morrison, IL, smelled sweeter on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, it likely was, because loads of Girl Scout cookies were being delivered. Mahaffey’s on Main Street owner Sidonna Mahaffey had offered her building as delivery and pick-up location. Cookie Chaos Chairman Hillary Blevins took receipt
Jerry Brearton supplied the press release and photograph. The Award of the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal was presented to Builder First Class (Seabee Combat Warrior) Dennis R. VanZuiden, USN, left. It was presented locally, on behalf of Navy Commander S. L. Brown, by Morrison American Legion Post 328 Commander
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey summarized this information about the agreement between the City and School District. Jim Stepp took the picture. Assistant Editor’s note: “This agreement is a great step forward, to maximize the usage of the outstanding facilities provided by the taxpayers of Morrison, IL. Our youth will have
The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, February 10, 2023. Arrests: On Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at approximately 1:00 p.m., Morrison Police responded to Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL, regarding a juvenile unlawfully consuming alcohol. A female juvenile, age 16 of Morrison, was issued