Pastor Toni Lucas reported, “Albany United Methodist Church[, 502 First Street, Albany, IL,] is currently celebrating 50 years in its current building and a Year of Blessings. One of those blessings is our surrounding communities. “To show our gratitude, everyone is invited to join us on Celebration Saturday, November 13, […]
Morrison Chamber of Commerce congratulates its 2021 Halloween Door Contest winners: Best of Show – Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue; 1st Place – Yaklich family residence, decorated by Elizabeth; 2nd Place – Beauty Hutch, 119 W. Main Street; 3rd Place – Farmers National Bank, 1100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, […]
This series of glowing Maple trees was taken Saturday afternoon, October 30, 2021, along E. High Street, bordering Grove Hill Cemetery, in Morrison, IL. Poets have often felt the same wonder with autumnal coloration. “Fall, Leaves, Fall” by Emily Bronte: Fall, leaves, fall; die, flowers, away; Lengthen night and shorten […]
A month ago, on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, the City Council of Morrison, IL, approved the Consent Agenda of various items. One of those was to authorize Trick-or-Treating hours one day before Halloween. It was not a decision all citizens understood or supported. It turned out to be a prophetic […]
On Friday, December 3, 2021, Whiteside County Health Department announced 64 new, laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Whiteside County. Cases: (19) Under 20; (9) 20s; (10) 30s; (6) 40s; (10) 50s; (2) 60s; (7) 70s; (1) 80+s. There were seven recoveries. Total Positive cases in Whiteside County are 9442; (7%); […]
Morrison Area Community Foundation (MACF) donated $3500 to the future Morrison Bark Park, Wednesday, October 27, 2021. On the Move with Parks and Recreation (OTM) would like to thank the foundation for their generous donation. It will definitely help to raise the dog park’s fence! Pictured from left-to-right are Cora […]
Pastor Toni Lucas reports, “Albany Food Pantry is pleased to announce extended operating hours. Beginning on Monday, November 8, 2021, the pantry will add evening hours. The pantry will be open on Mondays from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 and from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30. “In addition to food, the pantry […]
The following Arrests were made and Citations were issued since Friday, October 15, 2021. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 10-21-2021 Johnna L. Parvin 21 Morrison, IL Dog Running at Large 10-22-2021 William R. Lamp […]
Larry A. Thompson, 78, died on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at his home. He was the loving husband of Judy, the proud father of Magen Mertes, and the adoring grandfather of Maddie and Jacob Mertes. Larry Thompson was the most kind and gentle of souls. He loved his wife and […]
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Morrison Mustang 2021 Football season came to an end at Erie, IL, on Friday, October 22, 2021, at the hands of the State-qualifier Erie-Prophetstown Panthers, by a score of 25-6. First year Coach Steve Snider led the Mustangs to a 2-6 record. […]
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White notified the City of Morrison, on Thursday, October 14, 2021, of Official Results of the 2020 Census. The number of inhabitants of the City of Morrison, IL, is 4085. Population counts from 150 years ago to the last Census in 2010 are listed. Percentage […]
Clinton Symphony Orchestra will honor Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th birthday anniversary–belatedly–with a concert Saturday evening, November 6, 2021. It will be held at 7:30 p.m., in Centennial Auditorium at Sterling High School. The entrance and parking lot are at door 24 on Miller Road. All students are admitted free to […]
Editor’s note: On Friday, October 29, 2021, Crossroads Community Church submitted this announcement for hungry trick-or-treaters. Crossroads Community Church will serve Treats and Tacos on Saturday, October 30, 2021, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., at 201 W. Market Street (formerly the Crave building), Morrison, IL. Morrison Christian Reformed Church and […]
Since the beginning of October 2021, Resthave Care & Rehabilitation residents have been working diligently on creating pumpkin masterpieces for our “Resthave Pumpkin Patch.” Many residents chose to decorate a pumpkin to look like themselves. Others decided to go with different themes, such as black cats, the Chicago Cubs, and […]
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this feature and took the photos. MCH submitted 28 minutes of video coverage: https://www.facebook.com/804903709560443/posts/4837591952958245/?sfnsn=mo. On Sunday, October 24, 2021, a ribbon was cut to announce the $20,500,000 building project within the Morrison Community Hospital and to welcome visitors to it. CEO Pam Pfister welcomed a […]