2014 Prom Court

Jerry Lindsey captured the Morrison High School 2014 Prom Court on Friday, April 11, 2014, before classes began.  Prom is Saturday, April 26, and will be held at Vista Grande, 2141 16th Street NW, Clinton, IA.  Prior to the event, students will promenade across the auditorium stage during the annual

Birthday Wishes to Gladys Ludens

Gladys Ludens, Morrison, IL, awoke this morning, Friday, April 11, 2014, to begin her 107th year.  She fixed breakfast in her home.  Likely she would make time during the day to continue her rigorous online study of the U. S. Constitution, as a way to keep her mind sharp as

James A. Ardapple (1915 – 2014)

James A. Ardapple, 98, of Morrison, IL, died Thursday, April 10, 2014, at Resthave Home, Morrison. FUNERAL SERVICE:  11:30 a.m., Saturday, April 12, 2014, at Ebenezer Reformed Church, Morrison, IL VISITATION:  9:30 to 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 12, 2014, at Ebenezer Reformed Church, Morrison, IL INTERMENT:  Grove Hill Cemetery, Morrison,

Morrison Women Have a Hero Inside

Three outstanding women leaders from Morrison, IL, were regognized on Thursday, April 10, 2014, as part of the 32nd annual Women of Achievement Luncheon, hosted by YWCA of the Sauk Valley.  They are shown left-to-right.   Dr. Suellen Girard (Morrison Community Unit School District #6 Superintendent of Schools) was one

Wanda Francis (1946 – 2014)

Wanda L. Francis, age 68 of Lyndon, IL, died Wednesday, April 9, 2014, at her home. Wanda was born on January 31, 1946, in Sterling, IL, to Lyle S. and Grace (Wuebben) Finley. She married Arman D. Francis on November 21, 1964, in Sterling. He preceded her in death on

Seahorse Swim Team Tryouts

Seahorse Swim Team tryouts are Wednesday, April 16, 2014, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. or Thursday, April 17, from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m., at the Morrison High School pool, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL.  Children must be in Kindergarten or older to join the team.  Permission slips will be sent

Swim Club Soil Sale April 26

The Morrison Seahorse Swim Club Soil Sale is Saturday, April 26, 2014, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the old Farmer’s Elevator on E. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  Enter from U. S. Route 30 or IL Route 78.  Each 40 lb bag is $1.50.  Call Andy Henson at 815-772-4130

Calling Farmers’ Market Vendors

Be a part of “The Best Little Farmers’ Market in Northwest Illinois!”  The Morrison Farmer’s Market Committee invites you to participate in our annual summer Farmers’ Market as a vendor.  Come be a part of a friendly, community experience while earning some extra income.  Requests from organizations, entertainers, and musicians

Induction into National Honor Society

April is a new beginning for National Honor Society, a prestigious scholarly, and service organization for high school students.  The NHS Induction Ceremony welcomed 18 members to the local organization on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL.  There are now 30 members, as

Spring Fellowship Breakfast April 11

Morrison Christian Reformed Church invites the general public to enjoy a Spring Fellowship Breakfast on Friday, April 11, 2014, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.  The church is located at 300 W. South Street, Morrison, IL.  There is no charge for the meal and the opportunity to “sit and visit.”  It

“Wax Museum” Characters Will Come Alive

You won’t have to travel to major cities around the world to experience Madame Tussauds Wax Museum figures.  This fascinating experience can be found during Morrison’s Heritage Museum Grand Opening, Sunday, April 27, 2014.  In addition, a dozen wax figures will speak to you on command! Fourth grade interpreters from

Sheriff’s Report of March 31

Charges below are accusations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.3/31/14  at 8:44 a.m.  Klinton R. Hodge, 25, of Prophetstown, IL was arrested at Prophet Road and Lenore Street, Rock Falls, IL, for Aggravated DUI – Drugs, Aggravated Battery to Peace Officer, Reckless Driving, Obstructing Justice, Resisting Arrest,

Calendar and Games are Restored

After a recent upgrade to a new version of our content management system and a switch to a new host server, some components of thecity1.com were lost by the cyberspace wayside.  The Community Calendar has been repopulated for April 2014.  The full offering of Games are back.   

Cross Walk at 3:00 p.m.

The traditional Cross Walk on Good Friday, April 18, 2014, will begin at 3:00 p.m., instead of noon, to allow school children to attend.  Participants will gather at the entrance to Resthave Retirement & Nursing Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL.  Due to the construction at the site, people are

Free Coffee and Easter Eggs at McDonald’s Now

Inside McDonald’s, 606 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, children can seek plastic Easter eggs.  Each contains a note to redeem a treat.  The egg hunt is ongoing every day through Easter Sunday, April 20, 2014. Adults will be treated to a small coffee each day until Tuesday, April 15. The local