Illinois Sheriffs’ Association Announces 2020 Scholarships

The Illinois Sheriffs’ Association announces that it will be awarding over $58,000 in college scholarships throughout the State of Illinois, to students wishing to pursue higher education during the 2020-2021 academic year.  The scholarships are to be applied to tuition, books, and fees only.  The student must be enrolled full-time

Attention, Morrison High Class of 1980

On Saturday, September 26, 2020, members of Morrison High Class of 1980 will celebrate their 40th Class reunion.  In preparation of that event, alumni are asked to contact Julie Lane Lewis. “We would like classmates to touch base with us, so we can get some background information for a memory

Brandon Meier Makes Dean’s List

Brandon Meier, Morrison, IL, was recognized for academic achievement by the Kishwaukee College Vice President of Student Services.  Meier was named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2019 semester.  Kishwaukee College is located in Malta, IL. All full-time students must attain a semester grade point average of 3.25 or

John Anderson on Dean’s List

William Penn University, in Oskaloosa, IA, is pleased to announce that John A. Anderson, Morrison, IL, received recognition for the Dean’s List, during the fall 2019 semester.  To be included on the Dean’s List, a student must complete at least 12 hours of credit with a minimum grade point average of

February 2 Bridal Fair

If a wedding is in your future, attend Sauk Valley Bridal Fair 2020, on Sunday, February 2, at Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL Route 2, Dixon, IL.  The event is from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Visit with vendors that specialize in planning a perfect wedding. Tickets are $5

Early Learning Program and Kindergarten Screenings

Morrison Early Learning Program and Northside Elementary School Kindergarten will hold screenings for young children, who will be eligible to attend during the 2020-2021 school year.  The location is 520 N. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL. Both screenings are free of charge, but parents are asked to schedule an appointment with

MHS 2nd Quarter and 1st Semester 2019-2020 Honor Rolls

The following Morrison High School students achieved Honor Roll status, during the Second Quarter and First Semester of the 2019-2020 school year. SECOND QUARTER 4.000 Honor Roll Class of 2020:  Lindsey Houldson, Shanna Hudson, Sophie Prombo, Jade Stock, Hannah Stralow, Hannah Wallander Class of 2021:  Chloe Bielema, Ashton Smith Class

MIT President’s and Dean’s Lists

Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portand Avenue, Morrison, IL, is pleased to announce Academic Honors for the Fall semester, ending Wednesday, December 11, 2019. Students named to the President’s List achieved a 3.90 to 4.00 Grade Point Average.  Students named to the Dean’s List achieved a 3.50 to 3.89  Grade

Pancakes and Burritos Sent Cheerleaders to WDW

Stephanie Vavra wrote this article; Troy and Natacha Peppers submitted the photo. A quartet of Morrison High School Cheerleaders will perform at the Varsity Spirit Spectacular at Walt Disney World, over Thanksgiving weekend 2019. They participated in November breakfast and burrito fundraisers, at the the City of Morrison Community Room,

Host an International Student over Thanksgiving

The International Thanksgiving Weekend committee is looking for families to host 15 international college students for the Thanksgiving weekend.  Students apply to this program through The International House at the University of Chicago.  They arrive by bus Wednesday, November 27, and leave Sunday, December 1, 2019. This program, sponsored by

Morrison Schools Foundation Alumni Database Needs You

For the first time, Morrison Schools Foundation is establishing an Alumni database.  This tool will help us reach our alumni and keep them better informed, about school happenings and help with addresses for reunions.  To achieve this goal, however, we need the help of you, our alumni, in creating an

CCC Summer 2019 President’s and Deans’ Lists

Clinton Community College, Clinton, IA, has announced the Summer 2019 President’s and Deans’ Lists of area Illinois scholars. President’s List students must earn a minimum of six credit hours and 4.0 GPA during the term. Fulton:  Pierre Mure-Ravaud, Emily Santana, Shannon Sherman, Lauren Spencer, and Cameron Ward Morrison:  Lisette Lehman,

Spring 2019 CCC President’s and Deans’ Lists

Clinton Community College, Clinton, IA, has announced the Summer 2019 President’s and Deans’ Lists of area Illinois scholars. President’s List students must earn a minimum of six credit hours and 4.0 GPA during the term. Fulton:  Jenna Alstead, Mandy Alstead, Terra Easley, MiKayla Medendorp, Pierre Mure-Ravaud, Matt Reinhart, Jaclyn Toureene,