Loan to Morrison: 19 Parking Spaces

Courtesy of Dr. David C. Jennings, there are now 19 available parking spaces in the municipal parking lot on E. Market Street.  One space is for handicap accessibility.  The City of Morrison  Public Services staff placed bags over Dr. Jennings’ signs, so the public would know they are available,  If

Thecity1.com Closed Until November 26

Thecity1.com office will be closed until Tuesday, November 26, 2013, so the Editor can attend to family in Arizona.  Press releases can be slipped under the door for attention when she returns.  Up-to-date obituaries will continue to be posted, as well as some press releases.

Office Closed November 13

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.

Register Today for Free Trivia Night Answer

On Saturday, November 9, 2013, Friends of the Parks will host Trivia for the Trail, a  fundraiser, benefiting the Morrison-Rockwood Recreational Trail, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Prairie Ridge Golf Course’s Oak Room, 903 W. Morris Street, Morrison, IL.  Register today at friendsoftheparksmorrison@gmail.com to get a free answer. 

Have You Seen My Camera?

The Editor misplaced her black, Panasonic Lumix digital camera during the week of Sunday, October 20, 2013.  If you found it–and do not know to whom it belongs–kindly call 815-535-7005. 

Chamber Halloween Parade and Fun Fair

On Saturday, October 26, 2013, line up for the Morrison Chamber of Commerce Halloween Parade at Community State Bank, 220 E. Main Street, Morrison, at 1:00 p.m.  If you wish to have your costume judged, be sure to be lined up by 1:15.  The parade begins at 1:30 and will

Chamber Event: Girls’ (To)Night Out

Tonight is the 2nd Annual Morrison Chamber of Commerce Girls’ Night Out at Cross Creek Golf Course, 15523 Henry Road, Morrison, IL.  From 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. experience special shopping deals, great samples, delicious food, and adult beverages.  Admission is $5, which includes food and a chance to win numerous

Council Meeting Venue Change

On Tuesday, October 15, 2013, the City of Morrison Council Meeting will convene at 7:00 p.m. in the Odell Library Community Room, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.

Boil Order in Effect North of Highway 30

As of Monday, October 7, 2013, all City of Morrison, IL, residents who live north of U. S. Route 30 are advised to boil all water used for cooking and drinking for at least five minutes.  This Boil Order is given as a precaution only.  There is no evidence the

Tuesday Early Dismissals

Morrison Community Unit District #6 schools will dismiss two hours early on Tuesday, September 10, 2013, due to the heat.  Preschool will run their early dismissal schedule.  Northside will dismiss at 12:55 p.m., and other buildings will dismiss at 1:05. 

Pack 328 Scouting Adventure September 7

Learn about the Scouting Adventure on Saturday, September 7, 2013 with Pack 328, beginning at 9:00 a.m., at Morrison-Rockwood State Park.  Student in grades 1st through 5th may register.  Meet at the (remote-control airplane) Morrison Model Aircraft Flyers area.  Contact Shane Adams at 815-564-8594.

Day 5 of Early Dismissals

Friday, August 30, 2013, Morrison Community Unit District #6 will release students two hours early, due to increased humidity and high temperatures.  Pre-K will follow its two-hour early dismissal.  The Fresh/Soph game tonight will start at 6:00 p.m. with shortened quarters.  The Varsity game begins 30 minutes after the F/S

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.

Cyber Voodoo Stole the Photos

On Monday, August 19, 2013, the Editor posted a feature about Matt Ward, Prophetstown, IL, and the caring friends who had gifted him a Demolition Derby truck.  Sometime that morning, seven photos disappeared from the article.  Five of them have been reinstalled and have stayed in place.  If you viewed