Junior Girl Scout Troop #5294 earned the “Investigate, Innovate, Energize” patch with a clever service project to benefit Odell Public Library’s summer reading program. At 6:30 p.m., on Monday, May 12, 2014, the eight members set to work completing 90 book bags crafted from t-shirts. This colorful recycling idea originated
Continuing with its 2014 concert series, Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, is thrilled to welcome Southern Gospel music’s favorite mixed group, The Perrys, when they return in concert on Friday, May 16, at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of the church. Doors will open at 6:00
Dear Community Members: One of our goals at Hospice of the Rock River Valley, a United Way Agency, is to promote the integration of comprehensive, high-quality, seamless delivery of end-of-life care for individuals, families, and caregivers in our community. We invite you to participate in a Community Awareness Survey and
Morrison Southside School Fifth Grade Band will present a Spring Concert on Friday, May 16, 2014, at 3:30 p.m. in the Morrison High School Auditorium, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. The concert is open to the public, and there is no admission charge. A few members of the Fifth Grade
The “Bounties of Spring” tea scheduled for Saturday, May 24, 2014, has been cancelled. The Early American Crafters have hosted a series of teas to benefit the recreated village at Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL. Catherine Gravert stated, “We appreciate all the wonderful attendance that we’ve had
“We are holding a benefit on Saturday, June 7, 2014, at Cross Creek [Golf Course, 15523 Henry Road, Morrison, IL,] for little Parker Pruis,” stated Leslie Harridge. “He is the son of Caitlin and Casey Pruis, who reside in Morrison. Parker is four months old and has Hydrocephalus. He has
5-05-14 at 9:46 p.m. A private citizen reported a possibly impaired driver and Tyler J. Oleson, age 29 of Prophetstown, IL, was arrested by Deputies for DUI-Intoxicating Compounds following a traffic stop in Prophetstown. Prophetstown Police cited him for Inoperable Rear Registration Light. Prophetstown Police and R & K Towing
On Wednesday, May 7, 2014, Golden Apple, a leader in advancing the teaching profession in Illinois for 29 years, proudly announced the first recipients for the 2014 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching. The 2014 honorees, selected from a pool of 620 nominations and 272 applicants, represent 4th through
City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen has compiled the Fiscal Year End Summary Report of activities in the City of Morrison, IL.
Morrison Auto Supply, 502 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, was “mobbed” on Saturday, May 3, 2014, by the Morrison Mob. Mobsters gathered in the Chamber of Commerce headquarters, 221 W. Main Street, at 11:00 a.m. and set off to surprise a pre-determined Morrison Chamber Business. Nearly two dozen people joined in
On Monday, May 12, 2014, the City of Morrison Council Meeting will convene at 7:00 p.m.in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. The Agenda follows. Call To Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Board and Commission Reports Morrison Historic Preservation Commission Report of
A set of car keys along with other keys was found on Hazel Road, Morrison, IL. Call 815-772-4823 or 563-219-4828 to identify.
Morrison Historical Society will honor the late Margy Haines during one of two programs on Sunday, May 18, 2014. Haines left numerous organizations and institutions a portion of her estate. The Board of Trustees will share with the public how Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Linconway, Morrison, IL, benefited from
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following arrests made and citations issued since Friday, May 2, 2014. Arrests: On Saturday, May 3, 2014, at approximately 1:50 p.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Daniel J. McKenzie, age 51 of Fulton, IL, in the 200
We thought of you with love todayBut that is nothing newWe thought about you yesterdayAnd will tomorrow, too.We think of you in silenceAnd make no outward showFor what it meant to lose youOnly those who love you know.Remembering you is easyWe do it every day…God has you in His keeping