November 20 MFD Sandwich Sale

Morrison Fire Department held its annual, autumn, Drive-Through Pork Chop Lunch on Saturday, November 20, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  In addition to  pork chop sandwiches, there were grilled brats and hot dogs, chips, cookies, and a choice of beverage. The Sandwich Sale Committee is shown, left-to-right:  Chair

Resthave Residents Create Pumpkin Patch

Since the beginning of October 2021, Resthave Care & Rehabilitation residents have been working diligently on creating pumpkin masterpieces for our “Resthave Pumpkin Patch.”  Many residents chose to decorate a pumpkin to look like themselves.  Others decided to go with different themes, such as black cats, the Chicago Cubs, and

Donor Provides Gift Certificates for Local Businesses

An anonymous benefactor would like to promote The Loft on Main and local businesses.  As such, the benefactor provided The Loft on Main with $10 certificates, to be used at select businesses.  These certificates will be available to anyone who purchases artwork valued at more than $50, effective immediately.  Click

TLP Opens 60th Season with Outdoor Concerts

“We are excited to be opening…for our 60th Anniversary…,” said TLP Executive Director Dan Danielowski.  “It’s been a long year without anything going on at TLP.  We are looking forward to this summer’s events at the playhouse!” TLP’s May 2021 concerts will be held outside due to COVID-19 restrictions.  They

Fillies Suffer Rough Week May 12-13

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Morrison Fillies fell on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, to their rival at Newman Central Catholic (13-3) and to the Rockridge Lady Rockets on Thursday, May 13, (16-0.)

Nathan Vavra Earns Juris Doctor Degree

Nathan B. Vavra, Morrison High School Class of 1999, earned his Juris Doctor degree on Saturday, May 15, 2021, from the University of San Diego School of Law.  The JD is one of several Doctor of Law degrees.  Niece Annabelle wondered if we should call him Dr. Vavra.  No.  He

MCUD6 Board Leadership Altered

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Morrison Community Unit District 6 (MCUD6) elected Gus Linke, Jr. as its President, on Monday, April 19, 2021.  On Monday, May 17, the Board accepted his resignation, due to the anticipated relocation of his family.  Vice President Jim Ridley was appointed as

City Steps Up to Continue Preschool

Editor’s note:  Read more about Morrison Community Preschool’s program and history. Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. On Monday, May 17, 2021, Morrison City Council held a Special Meeting, in the City of Morrison Community Room, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  The purpose was to resolve a situation