Ruth Elizabeth Mills (1920 – 2022)

Ruth Elizabeth Mills, 102, of Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL, died Sunday, November 20, 2022, at Resthave. Ruth was born April 2, 1920, in Paxton, IL, to Johan Alfred and Walborg Marie (Norman) Svensen. She was a 1938 graduate of Elgin High School in Elgin, IL, and received

Audie A. Roselieb (1957 – 2022)

Audie A. Roselieb, age 65, died Thursday, November 17, 2022, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Audie was born on July 12, 1957, in Morrison, IL, the son of Ronald and Shirley (Oleson) Roselieb. He married Debra Sue Thompson on March 28, 1980, in Hooppole, IL. Audie was employed

License and ID Card Registration Deadline Ends December 1

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White reminds the public that the extension of expiration dates for Driver’s Licenses, ID cards, and Learner’s Permits is set to end Thursday, December 1, 2022. White initiated the extension in 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic. To address the high customer volume caused by the

MACF Grain and Hay Donation to WHOA

Morrison Area Community Foundation (MACF) awarded $1600 in grant funds to White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA.) The funds will be used to help supply hay and grain for the horses during the fall/winter of 2022 and the spring/summer/fall of 2023. Hay prices have increased 40% this year, due to

Marilyn L. Bielema (1939 – 2022)

Marilyn L. Bielema, 83, of Prophetstown, IL, died Thursday, November 17, 2022, at Genesis Medical Center in Silvis, IL. Marilyn was born June 30, 1939, in Sterling, IL, to Wayne and Beulah (Upton) Morse. She was educated in the Spring Hill Grade School and was a 1957 graduate of Erie

Water Meter Replacement Program Public Notice

Public Notice: Water Meter Replacement Program to Begin The City of Morrison, IL, is pleased to announce the implementation of the Water Meter Replacement Program, as part of its ongoing water infrastructure improvement plan. The purpose of this program is to replace all water meters serviced by the City with

November 11 Morrison Police Report

The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, November 11, 2022. Arrests: On Sunday, November 13, 2022, Morrison Police arrested Dustin L. Hansen, age 35 of Clinton, IA, pursuant to an Arrest Warrant issued by Carroll County, for Contempt of Court. Hansen was transported to the Whiteside County

2022 Veterans Day Tribute

As its annual duty, at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, American Legion Post 328 honored America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of Country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. It was 32 degrees, and 32 people were in attendance. Beginning

Sheriff’s Office: Arrive Safely This Thanksgiving and Buckle Up

As millions of motorists hit the road to celebrate Thanksgiving, Illinois law enforcement will be working around the clock to make sure holiday travelers are buckled up and driving safely. Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office is joining the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Police to remind motorists to

November 17 Third Thursday

The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will host “Third Thursday,” on November 17, 2022, (before the gallery doors open) from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m.  Male and female community members are invited to relax in conversation. This month, enjoy free Keurig coffee K-cups, hot apple cider, cookies,

Fillies Win Basketball Opener

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted the results. Morrison High School hosted the the season opening of Girls Basketball, on Monday, November 14, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. The final score was Morrison 26, Orangeville (Warren, IL,) 49. Scores by quarter were MORRISON 5 – 3 – 9 – 9 = 26;

Take the 26-Letter Challenge

Columnist Marilyn vos Savant offered her readers a challenge: create a sentence of 26 words, each starting with a different letter of the alphabet. About 2000 responded. Will you accept her challenge? Thecity1.com will publish any qualifying sentence from our viewers, on Thursday, December 1, 2022. Email your linguistic effort

Council Advances on Complex Agreement

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Morrison, IL, City Council convened on Monday, November 14, 2022, with all members in attendance. They approved the presented Consent Agenda that included the following.A) October 24 City Council meeting minutesB) Bills payable presentedC) Planning & Zoning meeting minutesD) Referred Solar Farm

Mark Shepard (1960 – 2022)

Mark Shepard, 62, of Fulton, IL, passed away Saturday, November 12, 2022, at his home. Mark was born September 28, 1960, in Red Bud, IL, to Stanley K. and Rose M. (Honn) Shepard. He attended the Fulton school system until enlisting in the United States Navy. Mark served as a

MACF Donates to April House

Morrison Area Community Foundation (MACF) awarded $2000 in grant funds to April House Childrens’ Advocacy Center. They have recently relocated to 101 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. For 20+ years, April House has been working with a team of professionals, giving children a voice to the sexual abuse, physical abuse,