Morrison, IL, Chief of Police Brian Melton stated, “Your safety is our priority. That’s why the City of Morrison wants to make sure you know about emergencies and incidents as they happen. By opting into the City of Morrison Citizen Alert Notification System, you’ll be informed before, during, and after […]
Richard Fisher, 81, died Wednesday, July 22, 2015, at Sterling Pavilion, Sterling, IL. Richard was born November 2, 1933, in Benton, IL, the son of Ben and Cora (Wiggins) Fisher. He married Nellie Bethel, on June 1, 1957, in Akin, IL. He was employed by Illinois Forge as an inspector, […]
Lucille J. Buikema, 87, of Fulton, IL, died Wednesday, July 22, 2015, at Mercy Medical Center North, Clinton, IA. Lucille was born December 20, 1927, in Thomson, IL, to Claus and Minnie (Legal) Prins. She was educated in the Thomson Grade School and was a graduate of Thomson High School. […]
Michael R. Hurley, 65, passed away on July 22, 2015, at his home in Mesquite, NV. Michael (Mike) was born on October 31, 1949, in Clinton, IA, to Richard and Patricia Hurley. He was educated in the Morrison schools. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Illinois University […]
Thank you to all those who came to the Morrison Farmers’ Market on Saturday, July 11, 2015, stopped by the Friends of the Parks booth, and registered to win one of our two door prizes–a Fitbit or an adult bicycle. Due to the inclement weather that closed the Farmers’ […]
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Wednesday, July 15, 2015. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 07-16-15 Jessica L. Moore 30 Mt. Carroll, IL Speeding 07-16-15 Female Juvenile 17 Clinton, […]
The community and its church families are cordially invited to celebrate Father Gary Lawler’s retirement. An Open House with cake and refreshments will be held in his honor, in the Undercroft (basement) on Sunday, July 26, 2015, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., at St. Anne’s Church, 401 N. Cherry Street, […]
On Tuesday, July 21, 2015, the City of Morrison, IL, issued the following Notice of Intent to Sell two parcels of property owned by the City of Morrison and an Invitation to Bid. Click here to see a map of the properties located on Portland Avenue. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT […]
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from The President of the United States of America, that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff, in honor of four U. S. Marines killed in the Chattanooga, TN, shooting […]
Director of Public Works Gary Tresenriter announced upcoming street resurfacing in Morrison, IL. “The week of Monday, August 10, 2015, the Whiteside County Highway Department is scheduled to seal coat Genesee Avenue Genesee Court Morris Street from Route 78 to Oak Street N. Base Street from Rt. 30 to High […]
On Monday, July 13, 2015, the City of Morrison Council convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. Call To Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Board and Commission Reports Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Historic Preservation Commission Report of […]
For too long, we have looked the other way and have been “politically correct,” by not being honest about the Confederate flag. We have not wanted to hurt others’ feelings. Perhaps we thought the problem would eventually go away. It hasn’t gone away–any more than the racism it represents. One […]
Robert H. “Bobbie” Williams, 90, of Fulton, IL, formerly of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, July 18, 2015, at Resthave Home, Morrison, IL. Robert was born September 6, 1924, in Sterling, IL, to Harry E. and Kathryn (Hermes) Williams. He was educated in the Morrison grade schools and was a graduate […]
On Tuesday, July 14, 2015, film production began in the morning hours at Kustom Metal in downtown Fulton, IL, to tape segments for the History Channel’s “American Pickers.” Owner Ben Eshelman has been working on the newest project brought to him by program stars Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz. He […]
Wyatt Wollam, Fenton, IL, 4th grader, submitted this report. Jr. Stewards is a program at the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife Refuge, in Savanna, IL. At the Jr. Stewards July session, our planned canoe trip had to be canceled due to inclement weather. Our program’s Director, Pam Steinhaus, had a […]