On Thursday, December 5, 2013, Morrison High School Varstity Wrestlers defeated both opponents in a dual meet: Princeton, and Erie/Prophestown, IL, teams. Coach Tony Wright submitted these results.
On Tuesday, December 10, 2013, Historic Preservation Commission will hold its meeting at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the lower-level Conference Room. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of November 5, 2013, minutes New Business Recommendation of Replacement Consultant
On Monday, December 9, 2013, 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 lanning/Zoning Commission Reports of City Officers
Courtesy of Dr. David C. Jennings, there are now 19 available parking spaces in the municipal parking lot on E. Market Street. One space is for handicap accessibility. The City of Morrison Public Services staff placed bags over Dr. Jennings’ signs, so the public would know they are available, If
Robert E. Anderson, 94, of Prophetstown, IL, died Thursday, December 5, 2013, at CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL. Robert, born in rural Prophetstown, on December 9, 1918, was the son of Elmer and Hilda (Johnson) Anderson. He was a graduate of Prophetstown High School, Class of 1936. He was a
On Sunday, September 15, 2013, 11 Seahorses traveled to Monmouth, IL, to attend a Fitter and Faster Swimming Tour featuring two 2012 Olympian Gold Medal Winners. Tyler McGill was a Gold Medalist in the 2012 Olympics in the 400 Medley Relay, and he was a 2012 Olympic finalist in the
Seahorses Swim in Fall Fantastic Meet On Saturday, October 19, 2013, six Seahorses traveled to the Duis Center in Sterling, IL, to compete in the Fall Fantastic Meet. The Seahorses did very well in their first swim meet of the fall season and came home with 14 top-six finishes. The
For ages, two Boyer’s Springs have trickled under Crosby Road. A portion of the Morrison-Rockwood Recreational Trail now crosses the outcropping of fresh water. Because the water location is below road grade, it was necessary to install a bridge for bikers and pedestrians. This safe, attractive Boyer’s Springs Bridge was
Lt. Col. Andrew Osborn recently retired from the U. S. Army after more than 21 years of honorable service. His parents, Gene and Marian Osborn of Morrison, IL, and sister Carol Osborn Burns of Bethlehem, PA, attended the retirement ceremony on Thursday, September 26, 2013, in Wiesbaden, Germany. From left-to-right
Kaywyn J. Beswick, R. N./ Morrison ARC Blood Drive Coordinator, submitted this report and photograph. Tuesday, November 21, 2013, was a day of beautiful weather, probably one of the last of the year, which is probably one reason why we didn’t have an abundance of donors. But we did meet
On Tuesday, December 3, 2013, the Morrison High School Mustang Wrestling squad opened their season against the Oregon Hawks and the Dixon Dukes. The Mustangs started a little slow, losing the first two matches of the night. From there, however, it was all Mustangs, scoring 57 unanswered points and logging
As part of the 2013 Concert Series of the Emmanuel Reformed Church in Morrison, IL, Emmanuel’s 85-voice outreach choir cordially invites the area to experience its seventh annual Christmas cantata, “Christmas with the Voices of Praise.” which will be presented in three performances, Thursday and Sunday evenings, December 12 and
Dear Editor: Twenty-four years ago, a group of community members joined forces to create the first Festival of Trees benefiting Hospice of the Rock River Valley. Now, the Festival of Trees event continues as a tradition encompassing the entire Sauk Valley area. The Festival of Trees would not be possible
There are so many holiday activities planned during the 26th Annual Morrison Christmas Walk, on Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7, 2013, that a tri-fold seemed necessary. That way, participants can carry the complete itinerary in a pocket of purse. Click here to print “A Star Spangled Christmas!” The
Morrison Elementary PTO hosts its Annual Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday, December 7, 2013, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The holiday location is Southside Elementary School, 100 Academic Drive, Morrison, IL. Admission is FREE. The lunch stand will be provided by Cottonwood 4-H Club.