At 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, October 15, 2019, the City of Morrison will host a question-and-answer session for the community, regarding the recent law allowing legalization of cannabis. It will be at the City of Morrison Community Room, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. City Attorney
Morrison Chamber of Commerce seeks to hire a part-time Executive Director. The Director provides support to the Chamber Board and membership. This is an hourly position of approximately 15-20 hours per week. To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, and professional references to morrisonilchamber@gmail.com by Saturday, October 19, 2019.
Editor’s note: Thecity1.com was not notified about this cancellation. Apologies to our viewers. The Sunday, September 29, 2019, Morrison High School Cheerleader pancake breakfast will not be held.
On Sunday, September 29, 2019, Resthave Care & Rehabilitation will host the third Annual Community Family Fun Day, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Park at Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, and ride the Wiersema shuttle to Resthave, 408 Maple Avenue. A free Hog Roast
Morrison High School Athletic Director Gregg Dolan wrote, “The football game between Morrison and Newman is still on as scheduled, with a 7:00 p.m. kick off in Sterling, IL, Saturday night[, September 28, 2019]. The Lorrin Fassett Golf Tournament at Deer Valley has been adjusted to a 10:00 a.m. start
From 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 29, 2019, join Morrison High School Cheerleaders for pancakes al fresco at the intersection of Lincoln Highway and Cherry Street, the Community State Bank “sandwich corner.” Included are pancakes, sausage, orange juice, coffee, and milk, for a donation. Take home meals are
On Thursday, September 26, 2019, Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton offered this update on an incident that was reported Tuesday, September 24. That afternoon the Chief had advised Morrison Community Unit School District buildings to be placed on a soft lockdown, while MPD conducted a search for a possible suicidal
Those who preregistered for Paint the Town may pick up their event bag and supplies on Monday, September 23, 2019, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. The location is 308 E. Main Street, next to the American Legion building, Morrison, IL. If this is not possible, email Barb Bees to arrange another
Due to expected stormy weather, the Sunday, September 22, 2019, planned Morrison United Methodist Church service at Morrison-Rockwood State Park has been cancelled. Worship will begin at 10:40 a.m. in the sanctuary, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.
Paula Rodriguez stated on Saturday morning, September 21, 2019, that “An executive decision was made to cancel the Pancake Breakfast [for Sunday, September 22,] due to the 100% chance of rain. It will be rescheduled.”
The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will continue its extended hours over Paint the Town weekend. On Saturday, September 21, 2019, the gallery will open from 10:00 to 8:00 p.m. On Sunday, September 22, the gallery will open from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Thecity1.com office will be closed Friday, September 13, through Sunday, September 15, 2019.
Union Pacific Railroad will close the crossing at Sawyer Road from Monday, September 16, 2019, at 6:00 a.m. until Saturday, September 21, (opening time to be determined.)
Area citizens are invited to attend a memorial service in recognition of First Responders and others who perished in the attacks on September 11, 2001. It will be held at the flag pole of Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. Church bells
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