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Stan Emmert at Our Service for 25 Years

"It was a happy occasion on Wednesday, January 8, 2014, as the most-recent Morrison, IL, volunteer fireman marked a quarter century milestone. Stan Emmert, left, is shown receiving the prestigious Bulova watch from Fire Chief David Benters at the station.  Emmert became a member of Morrison Fire Department (MFD) on"

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Scott Vance Advances His Career

"Morrison High School Principal Scott Vance is similar to his MHS Seniors:  both are coming to the end of one phase of life, with a new phase to begin.  He, too, is a “student.”  Vance takes Western Illinois University classes in the Quad Cities, to earn his “Education Specialist” degree."

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February 28: Paddles Up; Report Filed

"Eighteen upright safety dividers stood sentinel again at the Orange Street railroad crossing in Morrison, IL, on Friday, February 28, 2014. “I told her [the Union Pacific Railroad inspector] no one’s going home until they’re done,” recounted City of Morrison Director of Public Services, speaking at 2:40 p.m.  He and"

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Republican General Primary Election Specimen Ballot

"Whiteside County Clerk Dana Nelson has published the Republican Specimen Ballot for the Tuesday, March 18, 2014, General Primary Election.  Print the page to make your voting preferences easy.  The Democratic Speciman Ballot is listed separately. REPUBLICAN PARTY    OFFICIAL SPECIMEN BALLOT    WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS    GENERAL PRIMARY ELECTION    MARCH 18, 2014I"

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Democratic General Primary Election Specimen Ballot

"Whiteside County Clerk Dana Nelson has published the Democratic Specimen Ballot for the Tuesday, March 18, 2014, General Primary Election.  Print the page to make your voting preferences easy.  The Republican Speciman Ballot is listed separately. DEMOCRATIC PARTY    OFFICIAL SPECIMEN BALLOT    WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS    GENERAL PRIMARY ELECTION    MARCH 18, 2014I"

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County Clerk Announces Early Voting

"Dana Nelson, Whiteside County Clerk, announces Early Voting for the Tuesday, March 18, 2014, General Primary Election.  Any valid registered voter in Whiteside County may vote during the early voting period, after showing proper identification.  However, any vote cast is final and may not be revoked.  The voter is not"

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March 4 Agenda: MHPC

"Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, March 4, 2014, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, in the lower-level Boards and Commissions room, beginning at 5:00 p.m.  The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of February 4, 2014, minutes New Business MHPC meeting May"

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MHPC Building History #12

"The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) is applying to nominate an appropriate portion of the community’s commercial district to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  With the assistance of our consultants, the MHPC has spent months researching and writing the substance of our application. In the hopes"

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Train Horns Return for Awhile

"After a considerable absence, Union Pacific Railroad airhorns have begun to fill the air.  On Monday, February 24, 2014, engineers began to signal their way through Morrison, IL, their horns blasting at various durations. Gary Tresenriter, City of Morrison Director of Public Services, stated it is up to the individual"

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Final Suspect Arrested in Texas

"Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of the fourth suspect in a Home Invasion in rural Rock Falls, IL, which occurred on Thursday, January 23, 2014, in the early morning hours.  On Monday, February 24, at approximately 5;00 p.m., Austin, TX, Police Department arrested Dominique A. DeJesus on a"

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February 25 Sheriff’s Report

"02-19-14 at 4:50 p.m.  Jeff M. English, age 57 of Clinton, IA, was stopped for speeding on U. S. Route 30 near IL Route 136, Fulton, IL.  Jeff was arrested for No Valid Driver’s License as well as Speeding 69/55 MPH.  He was bonded on scene and released pending a"

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February 10 City Council Report

"On Monday, February 10, 2014, the City of Morrison Council Meeting met at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  Aldermen included Curt Bender, Michael Blean, Scott Connelly, Dale Eizenga, David Helms, Leo Sullivan, and Harvey Zuidema.   Alderman Marti Wood was excused, as"

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February 24 Agenda: City Council Meeting

"On Monday, February 24, 2014, the City of Morrison Council Meeting will convene at 6:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  Following the meeting, a goal setting session will be held.  The Agenda follows. Call To Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public"

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February 26 Agenda: Planning/Zoning Board

"The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its meeting on Wednesday, February 26, 2014, at 5:30 p.m., in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  The agenda follows. Approval of Chairman’s January 8, 2014 Report New Business County rezoning within 1.5 mile"

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February 14 Morrison Police Report

"Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following arrests made and citations issued since Friday, February 14, 2014. No Arrests are reported. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 02-16-14 Pamela F. VanZuiden 64 Camanche, IA Ordinance – Parking on Crosswalk 02-18-14 Brent Fischbach 40 Morrison,"

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