American Legion Post 328 will have the annual Flag Burning Ceremony on Sunday, September 29, 2019, at Kiwanis Park on N. Genesee Street, in Morrison, IL, approximately at noon. The ritual will happen rain or shine, unless lightning or heavy rain occurs. The Legion Honor Guard will perform the commencement
Area citizens of all ages are invited to join five area Rotary Clubs in a walk to “End Polio Now,” an initiative of Rotary International and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The event is Saturday, October 12, 2019, at Centennial Park in Rock Falls, IL. Register from 8:15 to 9:00 a.m.
Odell Public Library is pleased to welcome new Director, Meridith Layne, who began her new position on Monday, September 23, 2019. Layne stepped into the role vacated by Lori Matlack, now in the newly-formed Public Services Director position with the City of Morrison, IL. Serving as Coordinator for the Morrison
The Second Annual Morrison Recycle Day will be held rain or shine at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, September 28, 2019. Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Enter only at the east (livestock) gate. Participants will receive a map at the entrance
National Voter Registration Day is a National holiday celebrating our democracy. It was first observed in 2012 and has grown in popularity every year. Held on the fourth Tuesday of September, National Voter Registration Day is on September 24, 2019. The purpose of National Voter Registration Day is to ensure
The Harvest Hammer has become a rewarding community project for Morrison Rotary Club, and we are proud to promote fitness and a healthy life style. The success of this fun, family-friendly, challenging event would not be possible without the unselfish community cooperation that is alive and well in Morrison, IL.
These arrests are Merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 9-22-19, at 8:50 p.m., Whiteside County Deputies responded to a reported shots fired call on Yeoward Street, rural Rock Falls, IL. Upon their investigation, Kye M. Parker, age 25 of Rock Falls, was arrested and
Stephanie Vavra wrote this article. Find race results at the end of the feature. Impending rain and stormy weather had been on the minds of Morrison, IL, event planners for many days. Those who planned to attend the the Cheerleaders Pancake Breakfast, Paint the Town, and Harvest Hammer were uneasy, or
The Paint the Town Committee submitted this notice on Saturday, September 21, 2019. “We are so sorry to announce, for the first time in 25 years of Paint the Town, the event must be cancelled. The forecast for heavy rain and storms means you will not be safe on the
The Morrison Police Department is investigating a motor vehicle crash involving a bicycle. On Friday morning, September 20, 2019, at approximately 7:32 a.m., a 13-year-old male was struck, within the crosswalk of Genesee Street at Lincolnway (U. S. Route 30), while riding his bicycle. The suspect vehicle was stopped at
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, September 13, 2019. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citation was issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 9-13-19 Sandillo Wright 23 Chicago, IL Speeding, Failure to Dim Headlights, Operating Uninsured Vehicle, &
This article was written by Marc Adami. Opiod abuse and drug crime, particularly in large cities, have been in the news. How does this affect us in Morrison, IL, and elsewhere in rural America? Will legalized marijuana cause more problems? What should we be aware of in our own communities?
Stephanie Vavra wrote this article. The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will offer extended hours over the Paint the Town weekend. On Saturday, September 21, 2019, the gallery will open from 10:00 to 8:00 p.m. On Sunday, September 22, the gallery will open from 10:00 a.m.
It may not be noted on your calendar or cell phone, but Friday, September 20, 2019, is National POW/MIA Recognition Day. Take a moment to acknowledge those service members still missing in action and prisoners of war.
Stephanie Vavra wrote this article. Editor’s note: On Friday, September 20, 2019, Paula Rodriguez stated, “The pancake breakfast will be held rain or shine.” On the morning after Paint the Town, Sunday, September 22, 2019, join Morrison High School Cheerleaders for pancakes al fresco at the intersection of Genesee and