Alumni Invited to Post on Wall of Fame

Jerry Lindsey wrote this article. Regardless of your current residence or occupation, memories of your years in the Morrison, IL, school district will always ignite a reaction.  Now, when such a memory flashes across your mind, you can click on the Morrison Wall of Fame and secure a number of

Senior Editor Dalati Edits Magazine and Podcast

Katie Rider supplied this feature and photograph. Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, has a unique, new magazine subscription with a Morrison connection.  Sammy Dalati, a graduate of Morrison High School, is the Senior Editor of The Magazine ANTIQUES.  He does fact checking, editing, and writing and

Morrison Trick-or-Treating October 31

With adaptations, safety measures, and creative flexibility, Morrison, IL, will celebrate Halloween.  City-wide Trick-or-Treating will take place on Saturday, October 31, 2020, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. “The City of Morrison is supportive of safe trick-or-treating with proper practices to limit the spread of COVID-19.  Celebrating Halloween during this pandemic

Attention Voters: Hospital Referendum Clarification

Editor’s note:  This rendering of Morrison Community Hospital is oriented from the southeast corner of the building, at E. Knox and N. Jackson Streets. As you prepare to vote in the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, please note. On the ballot Morrison Community Hospital District is presenting a

October 2 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, October 2, 2020. Arrests:  None to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 10-03-2020 Chace J. Garland 18 Morrison, IL Speeding 10-08-2020 Breanna M. Scott 22 Oklahoma City, OK

Restaurant/Bar Restrictions Added to Whiteside County

Due to the elevated virus positivity rate recorded in Region 1, added restrictions for dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic began on Saturday, October 3, 2020.  The Region’s showed a positivity rate exceeding 8% for three consecutive days.  That forced Governor J. B. Pritzker to announce necessary restrictions.  They will remain

The Early Years Academy Prepares

Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Early Years Academy is located at 508 French Creek Road, adjacent to Climco Coils in the Morrison Industrial Park, on south IL Route 78,  Morrison, IL.   This welcomed facility is a combination of efforts between Climco Coils and Morrison Area Development Corporation MADC.) 

Are You a Mayoral Candidate?

Jerry Lindsey wrote this article. A lot of attention is currently mustered for the upcoming Tuesday, November 3, 2020, elections, but the local scene also will be focused on change in the elections being held next spring.  The April 2021 ballot will offer a new candidate for Mayor of Morrison,

Paving on Two Streets Begins October 5

Morrison, IL, residents living on Ash Avenue and Cedar Street will need to remove their vehicles from street parking between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., from Monday, October 5, until project completion, estimated to be Thursday, October 8, 2020.  Contractors will keep minimal obstructions to driveways.  Citizens will be able

Bud Thompson’s Hands Tell the Tale

Editor’s note:  Beginning Friday, May 29, 2020, protests erupted in Seattle, WA.  Participants were focused on a variety of social issues: workers’ rights, sustainable economies, by Police deaths of Black Americans, and the environment.  Downtown streets and intersections could not be cleared of people.  After downtown businesses were vandalized, Mayor

September 18 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, September 18, 2020. Arrests:  On Friday, September 18, 2020, at approximately 3:45 p.m., Morrison Police received a report of some juveniles taking political signs from yards.  Morrison Police did locate and identify at least

September 26 Sheriff’s Office Crash Report

On 9-26-2020 at 4:22 p.m., Whiteside County Deputies responded to a two-vehicle crash on U. S. Route 30 at the Chase Road intersection.  A preliminary investigation showed Unit 1, driven by a 16-year-old juvenile of Fulton, IL, failed to yield the right of way, while northbound on Chase Road at

Join the Ritual Burning of Flags Sunday, September 27

Editor’s note:  There is no charge for Legion members to burn flags for citizens.  However, if one donated to the bathroom remodel fund, it would be put to good use. For the fourth year, American Legion Post 328 will conduct its annual Ceremony for Disposal of Unserviceable Flags, on Sunday,

ComEd Suspends Disconnects for Low Income Customers

Many Illinois families and businesses continue to struggle with the financial challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.  ComEd reminds customers in need that a variety of options remain available, to assist with their past-due balances.  However, many financial assistance options–including $500 in grants and more-flexible payment options–are available for a limited

First Whiteside County Ballots Were Cast

In the County Clerk’s office, the first 148 Whiteside County voters cast ballots on Thursday, September 24, 2020, ahead of the General Election.  In-person voting is now conducted at the Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E. Knox Street, Morrison, IL, from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. County Clerk Dana Nelson stated,