Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted the introduction and photographs. The following Morrison High School Seniors received awards in various forms of recognition and tuition assistance, from local organizations, on Wednesday, May 18, 2021.
The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, May 14, 2021.
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
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and submitted the photos. When the sun is shining and temperatures are in the 60s, the great “out of doors” is a place that would sound inviting to most. Residents of Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, were invited to
On Wednesday, May 12, 2021, the Editor walked east from her car, on the north side of W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. A long expanse of oval, concrete pipes was so purposefully placed beside the curbing. She wondered exactly what their purpose would be. What was their part in the Main
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and took the photos. On Monday, May 10, 2021, before a small, but very appreciative audience, City of Morrison, IL, Mayor Everett Pannier passed the Mayoral gavel to newly-elected Scott Vandermyde. Before exiting his position, Mayor Pannier expressed how privileged he felt, to
Editor’s note: Not all Legionnaires are physically able to place flags across the burial grounds. Younger volunteer groups will work quickly. Jerry Brearton submitted this press release. In preparation for Memorial Day ceremonies, the American Legion Post in Morrison, IL, will install flags on the graves of Veterans buried in
Morrison Chamber of Commerce honored Stephanie Mann, Manager of Fitzgerald’s Floral & Gifts, with a Because Nice Matters award, on Wednesday, May 12, 2021. At 12:15 p.m., Chamber members and Board members gathered at Fitzgerald Pharmacy, 124 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, for the presentation. Community State Bank sponsored a
All seven members of Cub Scout Pack #328 celebrated their achievements of earning their ranks for their grade, during an outdoor recognition ceremony on Tuesday, May 11, 2021. Boys and one girl member met east of Kiwanis Park, where the future Bark Park will be, at 6:00 p.m. Cub Master
Whiteside County will update its plan to reduce the damages caused by natural hazards, such as floods, tornadoes, snow storms, thunderstorms, and ice storms, among others. The Hazard Mitigation Plan and the process to update it will be funded through a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA.)
The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, April 30, 2021.
Recorder Dawn Young recorded a professional milestone, on Wednesday, April 28, 2021. The Morrison, IL, resident marked her 40th anniversary of employment by Whiteside County. She has served citizens at the Courthouse since April 28, 1981. “These records are the people’s records,” Young stressed on Wednesday May 5, 2021. “They
The 2021 Memorial Day Ceremony will be held in Morrison, IL, on Monday, May 31. The parade will start at 10:30 a.m. One half hour before the start time, parade lineup will begin on E. Knox Street at N. Madison Street, next to the Sullivan’s Foods parking lot. Veterans are
Editor’s note: Minutes of the Thomson[, IL,] Depot Committee are reported below. There will be a one-day opening for public viewing of the School Exhibit, on Saturday, May 29, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Private museum tours can be arranged by appointment.
The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Merit Commission is accepting applications for 9-1-1 Dispatchers, with positions in Morrison, and Sterling, IL. Applications will be accepted through May 28, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. Starting pay is $17 per hour. Applicants must have, or pass, the following requirements.