This year, Children’s Art Preservation Association (CAPA) will host Saturday art events each month. Because Main Street is under reconstruction, we created multiple, smaller events throughout Summer 2021. The theme is “Diggin’ Art.” Events will be at five parks in Morrison, IL. Please note the park for your event.
Gene Dale Hartz of Morrison, IL, was called home to his Lord on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. Gene was born in rural New Bedford, IL, on July 11, 1930, to Vernon Harold and Blanche Marie (Nicholas) Hartz. He graduated from Manlius High School in 1948. He was united in marriage […]
The Editor took the photo at U. S. Route 30 and Orange Street. Below is Main Street Redevelopment Project Update #8.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. Morrison Community Unit School District #6 Board of Education convened on Monday, June 21, 2021, without an elected President, following the resignation of Gus Linke, Jr. Superintendent Scott Vance administered the Presidential duties for the four attending Board members.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The partitioned City of Morrison Community Room at Odell Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, housed the first Morrison City Council meeting on June 14, 2021, with adequate space for all interested visitors.
The first day of summer arrived with the solstice on Sunday, June 20, 2021, at 11:32 p.m. EDT. For those living in the Northern Hemisphere, Earth is tilting mostly toward the Sun. As seen from Earth, the Sun is directly overhead at noon 23.5 degrees north of the Equator, at […]
The 2020 United States Census Bureau offers highlights from the most recent statistics, related to the celebration of Father’s Day on Sunday, June 20, 2021. More than 111 Countries around the planet celebrate Father’s Day.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report and took the photos. Four Juniors from the 2022 class of Morrison High School qualified to compete at the 2021 IHSA State Track and Field Finals, at Eastern Illinois University, on Thursday, June 17, 2021.
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey prepared this article. Following are results from the Friday, June 11, 2021, Track and Field Sectional. Fifteen teams competed. Yellow highlight means State Qualifiers.
The Sunday, June 27, 2021, the Emmanuel Church family welcomes all to come a bit early and enjoy a cup of coffee in the Welcome Center and take your coffee up into the sanctuary during the 9:00 a.m. worship service. Worship Services at Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, […]
An anonymous benefactor would like to promote The Loft on Main and local businesses. As such, the benefactor provided The Loft on Main with $10 certificates, to be used at select businesses. These certificates will be available to anyone who purchases artwork valued at more than $50, effective immediately. Click […]
On Tuesday, June 15, 2021, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos voted to award four Congressional Gold Medals to the U. S. Capitol Police and other Law Enforcement agencies, that protected the U. S. Capitol during the Wednesday, January 6, attack on the Capitol, including the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of […]
Dalbert E. Temple, 94, of Fulton, IL, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2021, at the Alverno Care Facility in Clinton, IA. Dalbert was born June 3, 1927, in Fulton, to David and Jennie (Huizenga) Temple. He was educated in the Fulton Community Christian School and was a 1945 Graduate of […]
Come join us at The Heritage Bluegrass Festival, on Saturday, June 26, 2021, at one of the greatest natural amphitheaters in the area, at Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, in Fulton, IL. Gates open at 10:00 a.m.; music starts at 11:00. From 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., you will […]
The City of Morrison, IL, reminds drivers to be mindful of construction, during the duration of the Main Street Project. Currently, vehicles are being allowed to drive west ( ie. the wrong way) on Market, from Genesee to Orange Street. Follow signage, and proceed with caution. Please walk or bike […]