By: Jerry Lindsey Mayor Vandermyde called the Morrison City Council to order without alderman Tichler, Bruckner and Schlegel in attendance. The first action requiring an approval vote was unanimously passed to allow a sign variance for the signage located at 210 W. Lincolnway. A resolution to destroy the Old Cemetery
This report was written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. All members were present at the opening of the Monday, July 27, 2026, City Council meeting, which focused on a presentation of the proposed Waterworks Park Splash Pad Project. A representative of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources updated the
Submitted by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The Monday, July 20, 2026, Morrison School Board of Directors convened with all members in attendance. Superintendent Dr. Matthew DeBeane reported on the painting project in process. All of the facilities offer an extremely positive effect. The Board discussion started with a [new
Written by Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. A large crowd filled the City of Morrison Community Room, in Odell Public Library, to witness the City Council meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026. The Transportation Enhancement from the City to Morrison Sports Complex is being considered, with three options for the
What an absolutely incredible and historic day for our Post 328 ! They had the distinct honor of coming together to celebrate a true American hero, Legionnaire Marvin Geerts, marking two unbelievable milestones: his 100th Birthday and an astounding 80 years of continuous membership with the American Legion. Commander Zuidema
City of Morrison Utility Billing Delayed On July 7, 2026, the City of Morrison will be transitioning to a new computer software platform with BS&A Software to support utility billing, payments, and customer information. Due to this upcoming transition, utility billing for July 1 will be delayed. Utility bills are
By Jerry Lindsey The Morrison City Council met in Regular Session on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Morrison Community Room, 307 South Madison Street, Morrison, Illinois. The meeting was called to order by Kevin Bruckner Jr. at 6:30 p.m. City Clerk Mike Hemmer recorded the minutes.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report. The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, June 8, 2026, without Alderman Kevin Bruckner, Jr. in attendance. The Council heard from Karla Burns of the Morrison On The Move organization. She explained the details of the upcoming festivities being held on Saturday,
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report. Superintendent Dr. Matthew DeBaene presented the proposed facility updates that are forthcoming this summer. Construction projects will consist of massive upgrades in all school facilities. Summer entrance by non-construction personnel will not be allowed. The following updates will begin at the end
The report is by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The Morrison School Board met on Monday, April 20, 2026, with all Board members in attendance. The filling of teaching positions for the 2026-2027 school year were noted; there currently are five openings. There are hopes that those positions will be
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, April 13, 2026, with all members in attendance and a full house of visitors. In opening action, the Council acted as follows. Offered a “Special Use Permit” to Brian Jimenez for the property previously reserved for the
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and photographed the Easter Bunny. Key Club Advisor Brian Bartoz submitted the other pictures. Click the link to read Bartoz’s feature about Key Club highschoolers and adults who packed 1400 plastic eggs. Anxious youngsters started arriving at Morrison, IL, Kiwanis Park, in
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. All members were present as the Morrison School Board convened on Monday, March 16, 2026. Personnel changes within the District were noted and approved unanimously by a board vote. Resignations: Tori Eads – MJHS 7th Grade Girls Basketball (2026-2027) Nathan Anderson – MHS Assistant
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report. The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., without Aldermen Vern Tervelt and Mathew Tichler in attendance. The session opened with an update from Karla Burn, representing Morrison On the Move, about Kelly Park improvements. Ordinance 26-02, ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MORRISON MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO NUISANCES,
Four wrestlers representing the Morrison Mustangs qualified and competed at the IHSA State Wrestling competition. IHSA Boys Individual State Finals results. 120 pounds: Cael Wright (Sophomore) 47-9 * Defeated Weston Frasier (Oakwood) MD 10-1 * Defeated Price (Coal City) Fall 3:07 * Defeated Ragan (Dixon) Dec 7-2 * Defeated Filbright (Porta) MD 12-4 * Defeated Vogel