Patricia A. Folkers (1946 – 2014)

Patricia A. “Pat” Folkers, 68, of rural Lyndon, IL, died Sunday, May 4, 2014, at her home, surrounded by her family. Pat was born February 8, 1946, in Morrison, IL, the daughter of Paul and Evelyn (Whitmore) Daniels. She married Gary Folkers on December 10, 1966, in rural Sterling, IL.

MHPC Building History #21

The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) is applying to nominate an appropriate portion of the community’s commercial district to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  With the assistance of our consultants, the MHPC has spent months researching and writing the substance of our application. In the hopes

Harold A. Burns (1923 – 2014)

Harold A. “Bud” Burns, 90, of Albany, IL, died Saturday, May 3, 2014, at Mercy Medical Center North, Clinton, IA. Bud was born December 31, 1923, in Albany, to William D. and Laura V. (Sanders) Burns. He was educated in the Albany Grade School and was a 1943 graduate of

April 25 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following arrests made and citations issued since Friday, April 25, 2014. Arrests: On April 29, 2014, at approximately 8:35 a.m., Morrison Police arrested Tabetha S. Voeltz, age 30 of Morrison, IL, pursuant to an Arrest Warrant issued by Whiteside County charging Voeltz with

Thecity1.com Will Be Closed May 2

The office of thecity1.com will be closed on Friday, May 2, 2014.  Leave press releases on the memo board outside the office or slip them under the door.  Kindly leave a voice message at 815-772-8718 for retrieval later that day.  Those wishing to purchase Alumni Football tickets should call on

Meetings to Review County Comprehensive Plan

Whiteside County is drafting a Comprehensive Plan to guide development and positive change over the next 20 years.  The completed draft plan is available for review, and a summary will be presented for discussion at each of two public meetings.  All interested parties are encouraged to attend one of the

Letter from Michelle Van Buren

Dear Editor: Friday, May 9, 2014, is Provider Appreciation Day.  It is a special day to recognize child care providers, teachers, and other educators of young children everywhere. Started in 1996 by a group of volunteers in New Jersey, Provider Appreciation Day is appropriately celebrated each year on the Friday

Raymond Purvis (1932 – 2014)

Raymond N. Purvis, 81, of Coleta, IL, died Thursday, May 1, 2014, at his home. Raymond was born August 16, 1932, in Argo Fay, IL, the son of Elmer and Virginia (Groh) Purvis. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He was employed at Prescott Appliance before his

Celebrate the Life of Marcia Morris May 17

Family and friends of the late Marcia Sue Maxfield Morris have planned a Celebration of Life gathering on Saturday, May 17, 2014, to honor her.  Friends, classmates from the Morrison High School Class of 1964, nursing associates, Red Hatters, and acquaintances are cordially invited to meet at the Eagle Point

Help for Critical Home Repairs

Is there a critical repair needed for your home? The City of Morrison, IL, in partnership with Northwest Housing Coalition, is proud to sponsor an Emergency Loan Assistance Program. The Emergency Loan Assistance Program is a forgivable loan to income-qualified individuals for owner-occupied residences with urgent needs, i.e. heaters, infrastructure,

Vehicle Renewal Sticker Receipt Legislation

Legislation proposed by Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White was approved Wednesday, April 30, 2014, by the House Transportation Vehicles and Safety Committee.  It will allow a printed receipt from the Secretary of State to serve temporarily as the Vehicle Renewal Sticker. Motorists will be allowed to drive without an

Father Daughter Community Barn Dance

“This was the biggest and best of all of our dances, yet.  Huge numbers attended, and the weather cooperated for a beautiful night under the stars.  [It was] a full house!” stated Nancy Anderson. “Denim and Lace,” St. Mary’s Catholic Church Father Daughter barn dance took place Friday, April 25,

MHPC Building History #20

The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) is applying to nominate an appropriate portion of the community’s commercial district to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  With the assistance of our consultants, the MHPC has spent months researching and writing the substance of our application. In the hopes

Morrison Hospital Auxiliary Spring Tea

The Morrison Hospital Auxiliary Officers note that spring is here, Ladies, and it’s time for our Annual Spring Tea. It will be held at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, May 1, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. We have a fun program lined up for you.