Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the introduction and took some of the photos. If a parent ever had any reservations about the environment within the educational systems of today, they would have had them all dissolved, if they were witness to the activities at Fulton Elementary School, on Wednesday, October
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report. The monthly meeting of the Morrison City Council convened on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, with the City Administrator seat occupied by newly-hired Brian Melton. Melton recently retired as the Chief of Police of Morrison, IL, and eagerly anticipates serving the community in a
Editor’s note: Contact Stephanie Vavra (815-772-3144) for instructions to locate the last available Mathew plot. Wanda Mathew formerly lived in Morrison, IL, with her husband David Wylie Mathew III. Years ago, David Mathew purchased all 12 spaces in Lot 24-Block V, West, atop the hill at Grove Hill Cemetery. It
Morrison Schools Foundation will hold a Casino Night fundraiser on Saturday, October 22, 2022, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m., at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds in the Blue Building, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL There will be mock casino games (Bingo, Blackjack, Texas Hold’em, Plinko, etc.) and a Live Auction
The Loft of Main will host a “drop-in” ornament painting party between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., on Election Day, Tuesday, November 8, 2022. Please stop by any time; there is no charge. This creative endeavor is planned for humans of any age. The location is 112 E. Main Street,
Once a month, The Loft on Main opens its doors early–for two hours–to those who enjoy home baked goods, beverages, and convivial conversation. Stop in at the local, top-class gallery on 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, between 8:00 and 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, October 20, 2022. All are welcome
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey captured the spirited events. Morrison High School held its annual THUSE Pep Rally, on Thursday, September 22, 2022, starting at 5:30 p.m., on the football field. Admission to the varied student, staff, and adult activities was $2 at the gate, or by showing a pre-purchased THUSE
Whiteside County Sheriff John Booker issued this statement, regarding recent sightings of a mountain lion in rural Whiteside County, near Morrison, IL. “We are now aware of multiple sightings of an apparent mountain lion in the rural areas surrounding Morrison,” Booker said. “We received lots of unique calls, but we
The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office is releasing the following preliminary information, about a two-vehicle, personal injury crash on IL Route 40 (Luther Road) and Genesee Road, on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at approximately 3:55 p.m. Two vehicles were involved. Unit 1–2010 Gray Chevrolet Malibu–was driven by a 16-year-old male from
Michael W. Hemmer has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Advantage One Credit Union (AOCU), the full-service Credit Union located at 204 N. Jackson Street, in Morrison, IL. Hemmer comes to the position with more than 30 years of management, marketing, project management, and technology experience. His tenure
Kunes Auto Group Morrison has very generously offered to host a benefit for Mark Schuler, after his serious accident. Resthave Care & Rehabilitation is also working with Kunes to collect donations and silent auction items. His wife, Susan Schuler, is an R.N. at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation. However, she is
From Sunrise to Sunset, flags across the entire United States are to be flown at half-staff on, Sunday, October 9, 2022. Fire Hero Families, from Alaska to the U. S. Virgin Islands, will attend the 41st Annual National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) Memorial Weekend, in Emmitsburg, MD, on Saturday and
The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Thursday, September 29, 2022. Arrests: No arrest to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 9-30-2022 Kenneth C. Brainerd 48 Morrison, IL Speeding 9-30-2022 Kyle O.
The City of Morrison, IL, is seeking an energetic and positive leader to develop, foster, and manage the activities of the City’s parks and recreational areas, including the Sports Complex, to our local community and a regional audience. This position involves hiring and supervising seasonal staff; developing relationships and partnerships
Morrison Tech is pleased to announce that Sculptor Charles Yost will speak at the college, on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at 2:00 p.m., in the Parkinson Auditorium. The location is 701 Portland Avenue, (IL Route 78) Morrison, IL. The event is open to the public. Visitors are always welcome to