On Monday, November 14, 2016, the City of Morrison Council meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Mayor Everett Pannier called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., thanking “Morrison Historical Society for hosting the meeting and [providing] all the cookies.” He called […]
The basketball game between the Morrison Mustangs and the Prophetstown Prophets scheduled for Friday, December 2, 2016, at Morrison High School has been changed to Friday, December 9. Start time is 6:00 p.m. This game includes free admission for all age students, sponsored by Farmers National Bank, and the “Chuck A […]
Gertrude E. Puels, 103, of Rock Falls, IL, passed away Saturday, November 26, 2016, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Born September 13, 1913, in Lyndon Township, she was the daughter of Miles and Elizabeth (Meyers) Hannis. She married Allen H. Puels on June 3, 1936, in Morrison, IL. […]
Phyllis I. Dykstra, 89, of the Alverno Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Clinton, IA, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Saturday, November 26, 2016, at the Alverno. Phyllis was born September 15, 1927, in Fulton, to Evert and Anna (Fisher) Geerts. She was educated in the Fulton Grade School and […]
These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 11-08-16 at 11:00 p.m. Colton J. Zigler, age 21 of Sterling, IL, was arrested after a traffic stop for speeding on Dixon Avenue, Rock Falls, IL. Colton was arrested for Speeding 64/40 MPH, two Counts of […]
Whiteside County Sheriff’s Merit Commission is accepting applications for “Correctional Deputy” Eligibility List. The deadline is Friday, December 9, 2016, at 4:00 p.m. Starting pay is $17 per hour with benefits. Applications must have or pass the following requirements: must be 21 years of age a High School diploma or […]
The American Legion Post #328 in Morrison, IL, conducted a Shopping Spree Raffle, to allow one winner an opportunity to shop for two minutes at Sullivan’s Foods in Morrison. Only 200 tickets were sold. Along with the raffle, the Legion built into the rules that 10% of the proceeds would […]
The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its meeting on Wednesday, November 30, 2016, at 5:30 p.m., in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call Approval of September 7, 2016 Minutes New Business Bridgeview […]
Morrison, IL, City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen shared recent “good grades” earned by the City, for its improved financial status. “Standard and Poor’s announced this week that they’ve upgraded Morrison’s credit rating two levels. The bonds per the Bond Authorizing Ordinance at Monday’s[, November 28, 2016, Council] meeting will be rated […]
November is a month that included an additional celebration for Julie Mask of Erie, IL. On Friday, November 18, 2016, she retired from her job as Bookkeeper at Community State Bank, 220 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Mask began her career locally 12 years ago. Prior to 2004, Mask worked […]
Marvin R. Kramer, of Resthave Home, Morrison, IL, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Wednesday, November 23, 2016, at the home. Marvin was born December 5, 1925, in Clinton, IA, to Henry and Katie (Decker) Kramer. He was educated in the Cedar Creek grade school of rural Whiteside County and was […]
Celebrating its tenth season, Emmanuel Reformed Church’s 90-voice, Voices of Praise, an outreach ministry in Morrison, IL, cordially invites the area to experience its tenth annual Christmas cantata, “Ten Years of Christmas with the Voices of Praise.” There will be three performances in the beautifully decorated sanctuary of Emmanuel Reformed […]
It was likely to be the last day of November with temperatures in the 70’s. Morrison Garden Club members took to Main Street, decorating 11 sidewalk flower pots for the Christmas season On the morning of Thursday, November 17, 2016, these seven artisans transformed four blocks: Kathy Anderson, Sandra Crouse, […]
Morrison Fire Department, 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, welcomes donations of new toys for their annual “Caring for Our Community” toy drive. The station will accept unwrapped gifts on Saturday, December 3, 2016, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Drive through the building from the W. Main Street entrance. Cash […]
On Monday, November 21, 2016, City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen reported, “The City of Morrison is once again hearing complaints about aggressive sales calls related to electrical suppliers. Please be cautious with the information you provide over the phone. These calls are typically best taken with a healthy dose of skepticism.” “If […]