Mickley on ISU Dean’s List

Iowa State University, in Ames, Iowa, announced its fall 2022 Dean’s List. More than 10,200 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement, by being named to the fall semester 2022 Dean’s List. Students named to the Dean’s List must have earned a grade point average of

Lost: Special Dog Leash

Ali Moore is looking for some good luck from a “good Samaritan.” She writes, “It’s a long shot, but over the summer I lost a green “horse rope” dog leash, with brass fittings. I believe [it happened] on Cherry [Street] in front of True Value. “I used that leash for

Marc Adami Program “My Life at Sea”

  Marc Adami informs the general public, “If you are free Sunday afternoon on January 29[, 2023,] and interested in my topic or–want to know what Whiteside Forum is all about and what it does–this will be your opportunity.” The Whiteside Forum will host Captain Marc Adami on January 29. 

Jacob Schlegel Graduates

Over 1100 students received their degrees from Northern Illinois University in December 2022. Included among the graduates was Jacob Schlegel of Morrison, IL, who earned a Bachelor of Science in History. Northern Illinois University is a student-centered, Nationally-recognized public research university, with expertise that benefits its region and spans the

Food Assistance in the Morrison Area

Rev. Dr. Michael Selburg compiled this information. He asked, “Are you or anyone you know in need of food assistance, in the Morrison, IL, area? Here is what is currently available. MORRISON CHARITABLE FOODPANTRYLocation: United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, ILScheduled: Non-holiday Thursdays from 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.Offering produce,

January 9 Morrison Police Report

The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Monday, January 9, 2023. Arrests: On Sunday, January 15, 2023, at approximately 3:20 a.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Wall and Base Streets. As a result of this investigation, Morrison Police arrested and charged Logan B.

June E. Scudder (1940 – 2023)

June E. Scudder, 82, of Morrison, IL, died Thursday, January 12, 2023, at the Citadel in Sterling, IL, surrounded by her family. June was born June 13, 1940, in Dixon, IL, to Arlie and Sylvia (Sturdivant) Edwards. She was educated in the Franklin Grove Grade School and attended Morrison High

James J. Entwhistle (1946 – 2022)

James J. Entwhistle, 76, of West Liberty, IA, died Monday, December 5, 2022, at Lantern Park Nursing Home in Coralville, IA. James was born March 28, 1946, in Morrison, IL, to Elmer S. and Lillian E. (Shaleen) Entwhistle. He was educated in the Morrison grade schools and was a 1964

Mark Hamstra (1958 – 2023)

Mark Hamstra, 64, of Sterling, IL, died Monday, January 16, 2023, at Allure of Sterling. Mark was born September 9, 1958, in Morrison, IL, to Ralph and Rena (Hook) Hamstra. He attended local area schools. Mark worked at Self-Help Enterprises in Sterling for 45 years. He was a baptized member

Jacklin Rose Bales (1949 – 2023)

Jacklin Rose Bales, 73, of Rock Falls, IL, died on Friday, January 13, 2023, at KSB Hospital in Dixon, IL. Jacklin was born on March 27, 1949, in Bloomington, IL, the daughter of Dale S. and Rose (McCleary) Gibson. She married Dale Bales on September 16, 1966. He preceded her

Cub Scout Pack 328 Pinewood Derby

Morrison Cub Scout Pack 328 held the annual Pinewood Derby, on Saturday, January 14, 2023, in Fellowship Hall of Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Scout Master Eric Anderson stated the Pine Wood Derby likely began when Cub Scouting did, in 1930. At that time is was

Mustangs Penned In by Rockets

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote these results. The Morrison Mustangs failed to get out of the corral as the Rockridge Rockets dominated play from the opening period. The Rockets captured a 63-29 win on Friday, January 13, 2023.   player pts.   player pts.   McQueen 4   Bohnsack 4 M

Northern IL University Students on Dean’s List

Northern Illinois University announces its fall 2022 Dean’s List students. To earn this distinction, students must meet a minimum semester grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale in the College of Engineering and Engineering Technology, or a minimum of 3.75 on a 4.0 scale in the Colleges of

Office Closed Until January 22

The Editor and her family will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World opening in Orlando, FL. Therefore, thecity1.com will be closed Saturday, January 14, through Saturday, January 21, 2023. Your press releases may be sent during this time, but they will not be published until the week of

Fulton Girls Basketball Games Cancelled

Morrison High School Athletic Director Gregg Dolan issued this press release, on Friday, January 13, 2023. “The Morrison High School Girls Basketball games with Fulton, IL, have been cancelled. There will not be a game next Tuesday, January 17. Fulton has cancelled all of their non-Conference games, because of not