Thirteen elected officials from Henry and Whiteside Counties announced their endorsement of Congresswoman Cheri Bustos for re-election. The officials all emphasized her understanding of local issues and consistent partnership at the Federal level, to improve the lives of hardworking Illinois families. Congresswoman Bustos is in her fourth term representing Illinois’s
For the fourth year, American Legion Post 328 will conduct its annual Ceremony for Disposal of Unserviceable Flags, as outlined in Resolution No. 440, on Sunday, September 27, 2020. The ceremony will be held at the former High School baseball diamond (west of Grove Hill Cemetery) on N. Genesee Street,
On Thursday, September 17, 2020, from noon to 6:00 p.m., American Red Cross will hold its fall Blood Drive, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL. Come to the drive with your spouse/partner, friend, coworker, or neighbor. Bring a new donor with you, and receive a
Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center will hold a community Blood Drive on Sunday, October 20, 2020, from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. The location is Kingdom Life Community Church, 11429 Ward Road, Morrison, IL. For the safety of our donor community and in accordance with CDC guidelines, all donors are required
Editor’s note: City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen wrote, “Door to door Census Takers are beginning to follow up in lower-represented areas. Census Takers will have a Government-issued badge with their picture.” Jerry Lindsey wrote this essay. Today’s calendar is referenced for many events and occasions that own an annual occurrence, but
Two weeks have passed since arrival for the response to Hurricane Laura, in Louisiana. I moved from the hangar shelter at the Baton Rouge airport to a Baptist Church Camp which is near to Lake Charles, our damage assessment target. It is a welcome change to avoid a long daily
On Wednesday night, August 26, 2020, over 170 film fans converged on the Midway Drive-In Theatre in Sterling, IL, for the First Annual Northwest Illinois Film Festival. Most came from the Northwest Illinois region, with some from Chicagoland, and one who flew in from Los Angeles, CA. According to the
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, September 4, 2020. Arrests: On Wednesday, September 9, 2020, Morrison Police arrested Heidi D. Wolber, age 36 of Morrison, IL, pursuant to an Order of Commitment-Rule to Show Cause issued by Whiteside County. Wolber
Sheriffs of Illinois PAC announced its “Sheriffs’ Star” legislative endorsement for the 101st General Assembly, and among the honorees is State Representative Tony McCombie, 71st District State Representative. The Sheriffs of Illinois PAC is a bipartisan and voluntary political fund. This program offers support to politicians who stand up for
On Friday, June 19, 2020, an anonymous benefactor began to promote The Loft on Main and local businesses. This person provided The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, with $10 gift certificates, to be used at select businesses. Certificates are given to anyone who purchases more than
On Wednesday, September 9, 2020, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos announced a total of $2,508,685 in Federal funding in direct response to the passage of the bipartisan Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Pekin, Peoria, the Quad Cities, and Rockford will receive support. This funding comes from the Department of Housing
In appreciation for their efforts in creating the best customer service for their customers and our community, the Morrison Chamber of Commerce proudly recognizes and congratulates Community State Bank, as the recipient of the August 27, 2020, Because Nice Matters Award. We sincerely appreciate your generosity and hospitality during the
On Friday, June 19, 2020, an anonymous benefactor began to promote The Loft on Main and local businesses. This person provided The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, with $10 gift certificates, to be used at select businesses. Certificates are given to anyone who purchases more than
Editor’s note: Thecity1.com‘s new Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey updated his late-July 2020 feature about Harbor Crest Home in Fulton, IL. His photo was taken on Saturday, September 5, “just as the bus was leaving, to transfer the final residents to Savanna,” he stated. Click here to read the Harbor Crest
Jim Stepp sent this spring 2018 photograph to thecity1.com. City of Morrison Parks and Rec Director Katie Selburg submitted this report. Parks Donations – This summer, we have had two trees donated and planted in Kelly Park. Two individuals are interested in donating memorial benches, one in Kelly Park and