During the City Council meeting on Monday, May 23, 2022, five Aldermen voted “No” on a motion to permit a downtown Sculpture Exhibit. Members had received a new map indicating where ten pieces could be placed–at pocket parks, grassy areas, and sidewalks–with visibility from U. S. Highway 30 and IL
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the article. The Editor’s photo was taken a day before the meet began. These eight Morrison Junior High School athletes competed in the IESA Track and Field Meet: left-to-right, are Koltin Swaim; Levi Milder; Kamden White; Noah Robbins; Asher Ernst; Rylan Alverado; Brady Anderson; Jordan
Jerry Brearton submitted the feature and photos. Morrison American Legion Post 328 and several volunteers (ages from 15 to 92) planted over 1000 flags on veterans’ graves, on Saturday, May 21, 2022, at Grove Hill Cemetery, Morrison, IL. The flags will stay in place until the 4th of June. Below,
Shortly after 1:00 p.m., on Monday, May 23, 2022, the Editor left Happy Joe’s Pizza, 109 W. Main Street. She entered the restaurant with three business envelopes in her pocket. They were addressed to thecity1.com, 230 E. Main Street, Suite 105, Morrison, IL. The envelopes did not make it to
Kathy Janicek submitted this press release. Morrison Music Theater Association (MMTA) will present “Steel Magnolias” at the Morrison Institute of Technology auditorium, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL, the weekend of June 3-5, 2022. Performances will be at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 3, and Saturday, June 4, with a matinee
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey compiled this report. On Wednesday, May 11, 2022, the Morrison High School Administration welcomed families, teachers, and fellow students into the cooler atmosphere of the auditorium. They gathered to pay tribute to the efforts of students who had earned awards of scholarships and recognition for their
Louis “Sonny” James Betts, Jr. 84, of Morrison, IL, died Thursday, May 19, 2022, at Rock River Hospice Home in Sterling, IL. Louis was born December 11, 1937, in Morrison, to Louis, Sr. and Inez (Lyon) Betts. He went to Independence Country School for two years before moving to Morrison
Robert “Bob” F. Renner, Jr., 50, of Morrison, IL, died Thursday, May 19, 2022, at his home. Bob was born July 11, 1971, in Clinton, IA, to Robert and Joan (Fredricks) Renner, Sr. He was educated in the Morrison grade schools and was as 1989 graduate of Morrison High School.
Editor’s note: Tracy Henson supplied the photo of her younger daughter with medals. The photo of Kate Henson swimming the Butterfly stroke was taken by a Clinton Herald staff member. Morrison High School Senior Kate Henson signed a Letter of Intent to attend University of Wisconsin in Stevens Point, WI,
In November 2021, the Morrison Lions Foundation and Morrison American Legion Post 328 began a campaign to raise funds, to replace the 350 flags that line U. S. Highway 30 and IL Route 78 through the City of Morrison, IL. The Morrison community and donors with connections to the area
Editor’s note: Camden White’s grandmother, Connie White, supplied the team with the most delicious chocolate chip cookies! At then end of school on Thursday, May 19, 2022, members of the Boys Track and Field team received a Junior High send-off, to offer them good luck over the weekend. Then the
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. Morrison Community Unit School District #6 School Board of Directors convened in the District Office, without President Jim Ridley, on Monday, May 16, 2022. Members discussed and approved key issues, that effect the future of the District for the near future. A plan
A Baccalaureate Service will be held Sunday evening, May 22, 2022, at 6:30 p.m., at Emmanuel Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL. Rich Criss wrote, “We are truly excited to bring back Baccalaureate for our area High School graduates! Please spread the word and share this press release. All
Judith Colleen Temple, 72, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at Genesis East Medical Center in Davenport, IA. Judy was born March 4, 1950, in Fairfield, IA, to John and Rosetta (Ranard) Martin. She attended United Township High School in East Moline, IL. Later in life Judy married
Morrison Firefighters moved out their engines, tankers, and trucks to assemble tables and chairs in their storage bays. This effort was necessary to host the annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, May 15, 2022, from 7:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Outside, left-to-right, Chad Hudson, David “Bubba” Dykstra, and Brian Johnson prepared