City Administrator Brian Melton submitted this press release. The City of Morrison, IL, is seeking applicants for seasonal and part-time work for General Maintenance, Mowing, and Concessions. Within these positions, work can begin as early as March 2023, through the summer months, and into October. Work schedules may vary with
The community is invited to attend the annual Books and Gifts Sale, sponsored by Morrison Community Hospital Auxiliary. It will be held Tuesday, March 7, 2023. The event will be in the Hospital Lobby from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The Clinton Community College Library Art Gallery will host an exhibit of pieces by Jo Van Arkel through March 2023. Van Arkel’s artwork includes paintings, drawings, and framed short stories. The Library Art Gallery is open from 8:00 a.m to 8:00 p.m., and is located at the CCC main campus,
Clinton Community College has received a donation of equipment from LyondellBasell Clinton Complex. The Fluke 744 documenting process calibrators will be used in the Advanced Manufacturing program, to train students for their jobs in area industries such as LyondellBasell. Dave Wallace, below, is Instructor of the Advanced Manufacturing program, which
Marilyn J. Dyke, 84, of Fulton, IL, died Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at her home. Marilyn was born June 12, 1938, in Galesburg, IL, to John W. and Hazel (Wiebenga) Maring. She was educated in the Unity Christian Grade School and was a graduate of Fulton High School. She married
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted the report. The Morrison City Council meeting opened, without Alderman Josh West, on Monday, February 27, 2023, to announcement of the closing of the Odell Public Library for flooring repair (March 20 – April 1.) Mayor Scott Vandermyde noted that the Community Room would remain
Kathy Janicek submitted the press release. Morrison Music Theatre Association will present “Charlotte’s Web” on Friday, March 10, 2023, and Saturday, March 11, at 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday, March 12, at 2:00 p.m. Performances will be in the theater at Morrison Tech, 701 Portland Avenue, in Morrison, IL. The
Marc Adami submitted the press release. The Whiteside Forum will host guest speaker and historical object expert Ralph Kennedy, from Mount Carroll, IL, on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at the City of Morrison, IL, Community Room in the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, starting at 2:00 p.m. All
Larry Edward Blackert, 84, of Homestead o Morrison, Morrison, IL, formerly of Prophetstown, IL, died February 23, 2023, at Rock River Hospice in Sterling, IL. Larry was born March 6, 1938, in Omro, WI, to George, Sr. and Mabel Blackert. The family moved to Yorktown, IL, in 1940, and to
Marc Adami submitted the press release. The Whiteside Forum will host guest speaker and historical object expert Ralph Kennedy, from Mount Carroll, IL, on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at the City of Morrison, IL, Community Room in the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, starting at 2:00 p.m. All
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the send-off portion of this feature and added his photograph. Myriah Drolema added additional information and photos regarding her son’s efforts at the State Finals. Skylar Drolema received a students’ send-off on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, as he left Morrison High School, to compete in
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MHS Scholastic Bowl Coach Brian Bartoz submitted the press release and photos. Morrison High School’s Scholastic Bowl team achieved a fourth-place finish at the Masonic Sectional Tournament, at Prophetstown[, IL,] High School on Saturday, February 18, 2023. Fulton High School, which maintained a 6-1 record throughout the day, finishing in
The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, February 17, 2023. Arrests: On Saturday, February 18, 2023, at approximately 8:40 a.m., Morrison Police Department responded to a domestic dispute at 520 E. High Street, Morrison, IL. As a result of the investigation, Morrison Police arrested and charged Tyler
Marketing Director Karla Burn submitted this feature and photos. Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, celebrated Valentine’s Day, Tuesday, February 14, 2023, with refreshments, socializing, pictures, and crafts. Our royalty’s families were in attendance for the crowning. Resthave’s kings and queens are voted on by their peers,