Spaghetti Dinner Will Enable a High School

Ten Morrison-area residents will host a Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, March 2, 2014, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, to raise funds for their mission trip to Mexico. At the end of June, the crew will return to help villagers in Leona

Seahorses Swim in Sycamore

Tracy Henson submitted the following report and photo. The DeKalb County Swim Team held their Winter Classic Swim Meet at the Kishwaukee YMCA in Sycamore, IL, on Friday, Friday, February 14, through Sunday, February 16, 2014.  This meet was a lot of fun for the 16 Seahorses who attended.  The

High Point Trophies and Regional Times for Seahors

Tracy Henson submittted the following report and photos. The East Moline Swim Team hosted a Winter Swim Meet at the East Moline, IL, Municipal Pool on Friday, February 7, through Sunday, February 9, 2014.  Twelve Seahorses made the trip to compete in this three-day meet.  The Seahorses continue to improve

World Tour of Taste February 28

In order to deliver the Red Cross mission, Lincoln Land Branch of the American Red Cross will host a single fundraising event this year–the first “World Tour of Taste.”  This event is Friday, February 28, 2014, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., at the gorgeous Rock River Supper Club, 3901 Dixon

MHPC Building History #12

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

Train Horns Return for Awhile

After a considerable absence, Union Pacific Railroad airhorns have begun to fill the air.  On Monday, February 24, 2014, engineers began to signal their way through Morrison, IL, their horns blasting at various durations. Gary Tresenriter, City of Morrison Director of Public Services, stated it is up to the individual

Final Suspect Arrested in Texas

Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of the fourth suspect in a Home Invasion in rural Rock Falls, IL, which occurred on Thursday, January 23, 2014, in the early morning hours.  On Monday, February 24, at approximately 5;00 p.m., Austin, TX, Police Department arrested Dominique A. DeJesus on a

February 25 Sheriff’s Report

02-19-14 at 4:50 p.m.  Jeff M. English, age 57 of Clinton, IA, was stopped for speeding on U. S. Route 30 near IL Route 136, Fulton, IL.  Jeff was arrested for No Valid Driver’s License as well as Speeding 69/55 MPH.  He was bonded on scene and released pending a

February 10 City Council Report

On Monday, February 10, 2014, the City of Morrison Council Meeting met at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  Aldermen included Curt Bender, Michael Blean, Scott Connelly, Dale Eizenga, David Helms, Leo Sullivan, and Harvey Zuidema.   Alderman Marti Wood was excused, as

Peter and the Wolf Headline Concert and Ballet

“Peter and the Wolf,” the grand-classic of musical children’s tales,will be featured by the Clinton Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, March 8, 2014, at Sterling High School’s Centennial Auditorium, 1608 4th Avenue, in Sterling, IL.  The concert commences at 7:30 p.m. “Peter and the Wolf” is just one of the classics

Gordon D. “Butch” Wilkins (1942 – 2014)

Gordon D. “Butch” Wilkins, 71, of 1119 Scenic Bluff Road, Fulton, IL, died Sunday, February 23, 2014, at his home. Butch was born July 20, 1942, in Morrison, IL, to James A. and Tena B. (Balk) Wilkins. He attended Ustick Township Grade School in rural Whiteside County, IL, and Fulton

January 2014 Lions Club News

Morrison Lions Club started the year voting to proceed with the purchase of a 24′ x 32′ pavilion shelter to be constructed near the main walkway at the Morrison Sports Complex.  This project is in commemoration of our 75 years of service in Morrison, IL.  The shelter will be a

Morrison Lions Club 2013 Year in Review

Morrison Lions Club has distributed funds for many different entities and services during 2013.  It is important to keep the community, our supporters, informed of how monies are spent.  Annual donations were made to Lions Clubs International Foundation, the Lions of Illinois Foundation, and to Camp Lions, established by Lions

Apps Class for the iPad February 25

Interested in learning about applications for your new iPad?  Clinton Community College will offer “iPad for Home” on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. until noon.  Call 563-244-7100 to register for class #140246 or for additional information. Class will meet at the CCC Technology Center, 1951 Manufacturing Drive, Clinton,

February 24 Agenda: City Council Meeting

On Monday, February 24, 2014, the City of Morrison Council Meeting will convene at 6:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  Following the meeting, a goal setting session will be held.  The Agenda follows. Call To Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public