After some morning misinformation about delayed school opening times, on Wednesday, January 15, 2020, Morrison Community Unit School District #6 will dismiss students at the regular afternoon times.
The City of Morrison, IL, has declared a Snow Emergency beginning Saturday, January 11, 2020, at 8:00 a.m. It will remain in effect until Monday, January 13, at 8:00 a.m., or until all snow has been removed from the full width of the streets. No parking is allowed on designated
Secretary of State Jesse White stated, “Recreational marijuana is now legal in Illinois. However, driving high is not. Illinois has strict laws against driving impaired. “If you choose to use recreational marijuana, do so safely and responsibly and avoid driving impaired. If you are pulled over for driving high, you
On Monday, January 6, 2020, Sheriff John Booker reported, “The telephone issue has been fixed, and placing calls to the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office and Morrison Community Hospital is back to normal. I want to say thank you for your patience during this problem.”
Morrison Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the 2019 Morrison Citizen of the Year. To submit a candidate, fill out a nomination form and provide a statement describing why the nominee deserves the award. Download a form at www.morrisonchamber.com/citizen. Forms are available at the Chamber Office, Morrison City Hall,
There is still time for children to deliver a letter to Santa, at the Morrison, IL, Post Office lobby.
On Sunday morning, December 15, 2019, around 1:30 a.m., Whiteside County Deputies responded to a residence in rural Rock Falls, IL, Whiteside County, for a death of a male subject, Tracy Russell, 53 of Rock Falls. Through the investigation, this death has been determined to be homicide. This is an
As winter arrives, Morrison Police would like to remind the public of a few Ordinances of the City of Morrison’s Municipal Code, as they relate to snow removal and parking during winter months. The City of Morrison certainly appreciates your cooperation and compliance! Violations of those Ordinances addressing snow removal
Usher in the Christmas message with members of our community and visitors. Volunteers are need for a Living Nativity scene during the Fulton, IL, Annual Christmas Walk, on Saturday, December 7, 2019, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. Each volunteer (adult, youth, individual, family, or group) will take part in the
Morrison Music Theater Association (MMTA) is looking for actors and singers to perform in their spring production of “They’re Playing Our Song” by Marvin Hamlisch. Performance dates are March 13, 14, and 15, 2020. Auditions will be held at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, Morrison, IL, on Sunday,
The City of Morrison, IL, will host a Public Informational Meeting on Monday, December 16, 2019, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., in the City of Morrison Community Room, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Representatives from the City and Willett, Hofmann, & Associates will be available
Dear Editor: On Monday, November 11, 2019, The Loft on Main hosted an ornament painting opportunity for people of all ages. The response was fabulous! The day started slowly, but by 10:00 a.m., it was evident, the snowy day was going to be a busy day. Nearly 500 clay ornaments
Attention Morrison Residents: It is the season that asthmatics and people with pulminory issues dread: Leaf Burning. My husband, daughter, and mother-in-law suffer with asthma. Leaf burning (even when limited to a few days a week) has devastating effects on their breathing and ability to participate in activities. Burning leaf
Remember to set all timepieces back one hour tonight, Saturday, November 2, 2019, including vehicle clocks. This also is the traditional time to replace batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in the home, outbuildings, and businesses.
Due to forecasted weather on Halloween, the City of Morrison, IL, has changed their Trick or Treating event to Friday, November 1, 2019, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.