Legislators Seek Increased Attendance at Extracurricular Events

On Wednesday, March 3, 2021, Illinois State Representatives and Senators and five Illinois school-related Associations submitted the following letter with a unified goal. They request that attendance numbers of school extracurricular activities be increased to 25% capacity of the venues.

County Public Works Meeting March 2

Whiteside County Public Works Committee will meet on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, at 1:30 p.m., in the Board Room at the Law Enforcement Center, 200 E. Knox Street, Morrison, IL. To attend via Conference Call, call 617-691-8409.  The Agenda follows.

Girl Scout Cookies Arrived February 22

Did Main Street smell sweeter Monday morning, February 22, 2021?  Morrison, IL, took receipt of nearly 4000 boxes of Girl Scout cookies!  Owner Sidonna Mahaffey offered her business, Moms On Main, 121 E. Main Street, as the 10:00 a.m. delivery site.  Girl Scout Leader Hillary Blevins verified the order with

MACF Funds Book Packs

Morrison Area Community Foundation (MACF) funds projects that directly benefit the Morrison, IL, community.  The spring grant application deadline is Tuesday, March 30, 2021. To apply or to get more information, visit the website www.MorrisonAreaCF.org.  You may also contact Chairman Joe Mills at 815-718-5933 with questions. MACF Board member Dar

Whiteside Forum Zoom Documentary February 25

We will explore American History and honor of Black History month, on Thursday, February 25, 2021, at 7:00 p.m.  The public is invited to join and discuss the PBS documentary “Driving While Black:  Race, Space, and Mobility in America.” We will be joined by Augustana College Associate Professor of History,

Summer 2021 4-H Exhibits

Dr. Lisa Diaz, 4-H Assistant Dean and Director, reported about summer 2021 4-H exhibits.  In 2020, more than 400 Illinois 4-H competitive events, exhibitions, and shows went virtual.  This platform provided a positive youth development experience, while protecting our members, volunteers, and staff.  The 2021 4-H exhibition season will be

Seniors Apply Now for Chamber Scholarship

The Morrison Chamber of Commerce is seeking applicants for the 2021 Chamber of Commerce Scholarship.  The $500 scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating Senior from Morrison High School.  Students can download the application online at www.morrisonchamber.com.  Applications must be first submitted to the High School Counselor by Monday, March

McCombie: Budget Proposal Lacks Reforms and Breaks Promises

On Wednesday, February 17, 2021, State Representative Tony McCombie issued the following statement, following Governor J. B. Pritzker’s third Budget Address.  Information about this and other State issues is available at Rep. McCombie’s website at repmccombie.com.

Peoria, Rockford, Quad Cities Airports to Receive Support

On Friday, February 19, 2021, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos announced more than $7.8 million in funding to support local airports.  The three largest local airports across the Region will receive a total of $7,867,455 in Federal funding in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.  These grants were awarded through the U. S.

Bark Park Funding Progresses

Karla Burn submitted this article and photo. On the Move with Parks and Recreation continues their fundraising efforts to provide a modern dog park for the Morrison, IL, area.  The site of the future dog park will be located where the previous American Legion baseball diamond was.  To date over $9000

Resthave 2021 Valentine Royalty

Marketing Director Karla Burn submitted this press release and photos. Drum roll please!  Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, would like to announce the 2021 Valentine’s Day Kings and Queens.  The families of our royalty were invited to watch from outside.  Several brave souls endured the 5°