Rena Zuidema, 93, of Four Seasons Living Center, Morrison, IL, died Thursday, March 20, 2014, at Morrison Community Hospital. Rena was born May 19, 1920, in Morrison, IL, to Jordan and Anna (Kuehl) Wiebenga. She was educated in the rural Whiteside County Grade Schools and attended Morrison High School. She
Following are Morrison Junior High scholars who attained status on the third quarter Honor Roll. 6th Grade High Honors – Zailey Greeno, Gracen Harmon, Lindsey Houldson, Grace Steines, Taylor Stratton, Hannah Stralow, John Taylor, Hannah Wallander, Nicholas Allen, Jade Stock, Kara Saville. 6th Grade Honors – Griffin Vos, Alyssa Meiers,
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, March 7, 2014. The following Arrests are reported. On Saturday, March 8, 2014, at approximately 3:45 p.m., Morrison Police responded to Sullivans’ Foods, Route 30 and Madison Street, Morrison, IL, for a complaint of Retail
Tonight, Thursday, March 20, 2014, there will be two informational meetings held at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, to explain the soon-to-open Windsor Manor-Assisted Living facility. Choose to attend at 4:30 or 6:30 p.m. Call 815-772-4031 to reserve a time. The facility will open in July
It’s back! The Mustangs of yesteryear are teaming up once again with Alumni Football USA, as a fundraiser for the Morrison Football Program. This year, the Mustang Alums will be dusting of their wooden cleats to play against their familiar foes from Fulton, IL. Pictured are the players from 2013.
In the Fall of 2012, Father Gary Lawler of St. Anne Episcopal Church took a six-week sabbatical to study in Jerusalem. During his studies, Father Lawler traveled to many of the major historical and religious sites in Israel, Jordan, and Turkey. A slide presentation called “Holy Land–Holy Sites” will be
Incomparable athlete Dan Gable will speak at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, March 29, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. Advanced tickets can be purchased at the Morrison High School wrestlers the High School office staff thecity1.com office, 218 W. Main Street,
Registration is now open for five Morrison Youth Baseball and Softball divisions. After this long winter, we want to see as many kids as possible running around those bases! Even if your child hasn’t participated in the past or is uncertain, bring him or her to the tryouts, to meet
Joining Morrison Rotary for lunch on Wednesday, March 5, 2014, were Emily Davis and Ryan Mayberry, March Students of the Month. Emily is the daughter of Mike Davis and Kari Horack. She plays the clarinet in band and is the drum major as well. She is a member of BLIND,
Morrison Rotary welcomed Morrison High School scholars Hannah Rillie and Kurtis Klimson as February Students of the Month. Hannah is the daughter of Jack and Coleen Rillie. She is involved in track, Scholastic Bowl, and the Yearbook. She is also involved in the BLIND program. In her spare time she
The Whiteside County Highway Department has announced the posting of spring weight limits for County Highways. These postings went into effect on Monday, March 17, 2014, and will remain in effect until further notice. Township roads may vary, so it is suggested that each township be contacted regarding their postings.
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
During each home football and boys’ basketball game, the Morrison Athletic Boosters coordinate a 50/50 raffle. This school year we have raised almost $2000 through this fundraising event. The success of this event is only possible through the support of our area merchants who contribute prizes.
During each home football and boys’ basketball game, the Morrison Athletic Boosters coordinate a 50/50 raffle. This school year we have raised almost $2000 through this fundraising event. The success of this event is only possible through the support of our area merchants who contribute prizes. This year we wish
03-10-14 at 8:50 p.m. Deputies stopped a vehicle in Sterling, IL, where the driver, Christopher G. Hicks, age 35 of Polo, IL, had an expired Driver’s License. He was arrested for the offense of No Valid Driver’s License and Operating an Uninsured Motor Vehicle. 03-10-14 at 10:44 p.m. Melissa L. Kinser,