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MHPC Building 2 History

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

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What a Difference a Year Makes

"These two youngsters will celebrate their second Christmas one month after their first birthday.  Pictured are Cody, left, and Luke, sons of Todd and Sarah Gravert.  The siblings celebrated their first birthday on Monday, November 25, 2013. The twins joined the family with big brothers Ty and Ben, who have"

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A Year Makes Such a Difference

"These two youngsters will celebrate their second Christmas one month after their first birthday.  Pictured are Cody, left, and Luke, sons of Todd and Sarah Gravert.  The siblings celebrated their first birthday on Monday, November 25, 2013. The twins joined the family with big brothers Ty and Ben, who have"

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United Way Penny Drive

"Northside and Southside schools in Morrison, IL, participated in the 2013 United Way of Whiteside County “Pulling Together with Pennies” drive along with other schools in the County.   Students in Morrison, Prophetstown, Rock Falls, Sterling, and Tampico, IL, collected 1,000,230 pennies–$10,002.30! Pictured is Suzie Ottens and her second grade class"

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Four Recreation Activities Available

"Contact City of Morrison Sports Complex Director Jim DuBois at 815-535-1105 for further information on swimming, ping pong, and basketball. Open lap swims at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL, are now going on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 5:30 to 7:00 a.m.  During the holiday weeks,"

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Knights of Columbus Supports WHOA

"The Knights of Columbus Council of the St. Mary Parish in Morrison, IL, recently awarded a check for over $1700 to the White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA.)  This represents the proceeds of the Knights’ Annual Tootsie Roll Fund Raising Drive.  Kylie Vanderleest, Executive Director, of White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian"

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November Because Nice Matters Award

"  The Morrison Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Cory McCoy, a swing manager at McDonald’s, 604 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, the recipient of the “Because Nice Matters” Customer Service Award for the month of November 2013.  Cory was nominated for his positive and welcoming attitude, while always caring"

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December 16 Sheriff’s Report

"12/10/13 at 7:37 a.m.  Brooke L. Knight, 33 of Polo, IL, was arrested at Freeport and Fulf’s Roads, rural Sterling, IL, for a Whiteside County Warrant–Order of Commitment.  She was taken to the Whiteside County Jail in lieu of bond. 12/10/13 at 3:04 p.m.  Nicholas Galvan, 51 of Sterling, IL,"

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MHPC Shares History of Downtown Buildings

"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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MHPC Shares Building Histories

"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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But It Feels Like Minus 14!

"At 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 11, 2013, the local temperature was 3 degrees.  A Wind Chill Advisory from the National Weather Service is in effect until Thursday, December 12.  Be safe–stay inside if possible tonight.  Cover all exposed skin to prevent frostbite. "

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Accident Fatality Update

"On Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at approximately 3:50 p.p. WhitesideCounty Deputies responded to a two-vehicle collision on Illinois Route 30 near the intersection of Hillside Road. Upon investigation it was determined that a passenger car driven by Jesse R. Jones, 22, ofMorrison, IL, was traveling east on Illinois Route 30. "

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Letter from Tim and Ann Slavin

"Dear Editor: Unfortunately, Morrison has suffered a number of issues with our water supply system. While I am sure none of us who have been directly affected by the troubles is particularly thrilled with what has beset us, we offer our sincerest compliments and appreciation to the Director of Public"

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Rotary November Students of the Month

"Morrison Rotary welcomed to their Wednesday, November 20, 2013, meeting Daniel Humphrey, son of Kent and Audrey Humphrey, and Liz Buckwalter, daughter of Mike and Colleen Buckwalter. Daniel is a member of the Scholastic Bowl Team.  He helps Morrison United Methodist Church with fundraisers and enjoys reading and making short"

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Accident Fatality West of Morrison

"On Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at approximately 3:50 p.m., Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a two-vehicle collision on Illinois Route 30 near the intersection of Hillside Road, west of Morrison, IL. Upon investigation it was determined that a passenger car driven by Jesse R. Jones, 22, of Morrison, IL,"

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