Volunteer Millers of the Dutch Windmill, de Immigrant, will host an evening of “All That Jazz,” featuring a duo from Davenport, IA. Relax with an evening of standard jazz music, in the Windmill Cultural Center, at 111 Tenth Avenue in Fulton, IL, on Thursday, September 14, 2023, starting at 6:00 […]
On Monday, September 11, 2023, there will be a Ribbon Cutting and dedication of the Morrison Bark Park back to the City of Morrison, IL. It will be held at the Morrison Bark Park, N. Genesee Street, at 5:30 p.m. Some sponsors of the park, City Council members, and On […]
Dear Editor: The Morrison City Council is considering various options for reconfiguring the intersection of Genesee Street and U. S. Route 30, including options that would a. remove the existing traffic signals b. make some sections adjacent to Route 30 one-way only c. even close a one-block stretch of Genesee […]
Carol Chandler returns on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 6:30 p.m., to Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison, Morrison, IL, for a third enlightening presentation. Researcher Chandler will present “Women: Their Strength and Courage in Building Our Country.” She previously spoke at the library about the Orphan Train and about […]
Join WQPT on September 21, 2023, for a screening of excerpts from the new film, “My Ascension,” and an engaging panel discussion about suicide prevention and mental wellness. The screening and panel discussion will be held in person with a virtual viewing option, on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 5:00 […]
Morrison Rotary Club’s Harvest Hammer proceeds are used to fund local youth, education, and community projects. Listed below are generous 2023 sponsors who supported this annual event. Platinum: Allure of Sterling; CGH Medical Center; Kunes Auto Group of Morrison; Mertes & Mertes P.C.; Morrison Community Hospital; Ronald F. Coplan Law […]
Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society will present an enlightening program focused on “Sterling and Dixon in the Civil War.” The public is invited to attend, on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at the Lincoln Learning Center, 611 E. 3rd Street, Sterling, IL. Stay for refreshments afterwards. Tom Wadsworth will […]
September 9-11, 2023 – Half Staff Alert The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor J. B. Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of: Emergency Medical Technician Connor Mandeville-Rakers […]
Photograph submitted by Hillary Blevins. A new personality joined the Morrison High School athletic teams, on Friday evening, September 8, 2023. Kudos to District staff who brought the request to Morrison Athletic Boosters. The organization purchased an imposing mustang costume, indicative of this light, wild horse. Mustangs are noted for […]
The following Arrest was made and Citations were issued since Friday, September 1, 2023. Arrests: On Thursday, September 7, 2023, at approximately 6:39 a.m., the Morrison Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the 500 block of French Creek Road. During the stop it was discovered Gary Johnson, age 66, […]
Written and photos by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. A large crowd gathered to recognize the Hall of Fame Inductees and see two undefeated teams battle. It was on a beautiful, fall, Friday night at Morrison, IL, High School on September 8, 2023. The visiting Orion Chargers took the opening kickoff. […]
Editor’s note: Photos are from thecity1.com files. The weekend of Saturday, September 16, 2023, will be exciting in the Morrison, IL, community. More information is available on The website www.harvesthammer.org. Register at www.getmeregistered.com and search for Harvest Hammer, Duathlon, and Color Run. Online registration ends Thursday, September 14, at midnight. […]
The family of the late Timothy A. Carmichael will host a Celebration of Life gathering, on Saturday, September 9, 2023, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The location is the main, hilltop pavilion at Morrison-Rockwood State Park, overlooking Lake Carlton. He died on Wednesday, August 16. All those who knew Tim […]
On Saturday, September 2, 2023, at approximately 7:45 p.m., Whiteside County Deputies responded to 13524 Black Road, Morrison, IL, after the report of a stabbing. The victim, a juvenile female age 16, was located while being transported by personal vehicle to Morrison Community Hospital. The victim suffered a single stab […]
Report and photos by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The Morrison Mustangs galloped into Princeton Tiger territory to face the number one ranked (3A) football team in the State of Illinois, on Friday, September 1, 2023. They left town with an upset victory 22-21! This is Morrison’s first win over a […]