Resthave Egg Hunt for Young Family Members

On Friday, April 3, 2015, “the Easter bunny visited Resthave Home[, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL], and we had a great group and lots of fun for the Easter Egg Hunt,” reported Karla Burn, Resthave Marketing Director.  See for yourself. A Morrison High School Key Club bunny-in-the-know stated she had

March 27 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, March 27, 2015. Arrests: On Friday, March 27, 2015, at approximately 2:15 p.m., Morrison Police arrested Nathan D. Schrock, age 20 of Harmon, IL, pursuant to an Arrest Warrant issued by Whiteside County Circuit Court,

April 2 Sheriff’s Office Report

Charges listed below are accusations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. 03-31-15 at 2:00 p.m.  Elizabeth Esposito, age 19 of Bartlett, IL, was stopped for Speeding 97/70 MPH on Interstate 88 at milemarker 23 and arrested for the offense.  She was bonded on scene with a mandatory

What’s Happenin’ In and Around Morrison?

Rebecca Green submitted the following April 2015 activities.  The Morrison Chamber of Commerce office will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2015, in observance of Good Friday.  May you and your families have a blessed Easter! The Morrison Community Hospital Auxiliary, 303 N. Jackson Street, will host a Books are

MJHS Swimmers Break Six Team Records

Tracy Henson submitted this report. The Morrison Junior High Swim Team traveled to East Moline, IL, on Tuesday, March 10, 2015, to swim against Glenview Middle School.  The Colts started out strong in their first meet of the 2015 season, with many outstanding swims.  They won the meet with 195

Seahorses Break Two More 30-Year-Old Records

Tracy Henson submitted this report. Eight Seahorses qualified and swam in the Illinois Winter Regional Championship Meet held at The Centre of Elgin Pool in Elgin, IL, on Friday, February 27, through  Sunday, February 29, 2015.  The Seahorses qualified in 52 events and made it to the podium 15 times

Mustangs Take Early Lead and Orion Victory

Morrison Varsity Baseball jumped to an early lead on Orion, IL, and captured an 11-3 victory on Tuesday, March 31, 2015.  The game was decided quickly, as Morrison exerted its will early with 11 runs in the first three innings.  Click here to see the scoreboard.  Morrison improves to 5-1

April 6 Agenda Grove Hill Cemetery Board

Grove Hill Cemetery Board will meet on Monday, April 6, 2015, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room.  The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Items for Discussion  (No action

Resthave Home Open House April 12

Greetings to the Community!  Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, invites you to its Open House, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, 2015.  We of the Resthave Board are very proud of our new 70-room Nursing Area, with its warm, inviting colors, private rooms and baths,

Frary Fun Fest April 25

Bring the family to Frary Fun Fest on Saturday, April 25, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  The event takes place at Frary Lumber, “Where It’s Easier to Shop,” 2707 W. 4th Street, Sterling, IL. Lunch will be available, with all proceeds being donated to Happy Tails Humane Society

Ruth L. Bush (1943 – 2015)

Ruth L. Bush, 72, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, March 31, 2015, at her home. Ruth was born January 15, 1943, in Flora, IL, to Albert R. and Lucille (Rhoades) Crumbacher. She was educated in the Flora Grade Schools and was a 1961 graduate of Flora High School. Ruth married

Open Burning and Yard Waste Disposal

With spring here, Morrison Police reminds the citizens of Morrison, IL, of the Municipal Code addressing the disposal and/or burning of yard waste.   OPEN BURNING Open burning of landscape waste is permitted with the following restrictions. Between the hours of 3:00 p.m. prevailing time and sunset on Tuesdays and

April 14 National Honor Society Induction

The Morrison High School administration would like to invite the public to attend the induction of the 2014-15 National Honor Society Members.   Each student exemplifies the highest standards of character, scholarship, leadership, and service. This ceremony will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. in the High

March 23 School Board Report

Lynnette Forth submitted this report. The Board held a Closed Session at the beginning of the meeting, for the purpose of discussing collective bargaining and the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees. Students in the Morrison School District, as well as those in Illinois, are working