The Morrison, IL, Fillies traveled to Ori, IL, on Thursday, January 15, 2015, and came away one point short, after fighting back from a double digit deficit.
Brent W. Zaagman, 31 of rural Sterling, IL, died Thursday January 15, 2015. He was born on January 9, 1984, in Morrison, IL, the son of Bruce and Lisa (Ottens) Zaagman and was a graduate of Prophetstown High School. Brent was self-employed as a crop sprayer, as well as farming […]
The Whiteside County Public Works Committee will meet on Tuesday, January 20, 2015, at 1:30 p.m. at the Whiteside County Highway Department, 18819 E. Lincoln Road, Morrison, IL. I. Call to order II. Routine Business–Highway and Landfill A. Monthly Approvals: Items for review from November and December 2014– […]
One significant component of local American Red Cross Blood Drives is volunteers who sponsor the light meal for donors. On Thursday, January 15, 2015, First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offered their services. Shown left-to-right in the kitchen of Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, were Jan […]
On 1/15/15 at about 1:26 a.m., Whiteside County Sheriff Deputies responded to a single-vehicle crash on Moline Road about two-tenths of a mile west of Troy Road, rural Sterling, IL. Investigation revealed a vehicle was traveling westbound on Moline Road and the driver failed to negotiate a curve. The vehicle […]
The Morrison Mustangs Boys Basketball team traveled to Taylor Ridge, IL, on Wednesday, January 14, 2015. They challenged the #4-ranked Rockridge Rockets and came away with a 69-43 Conference loss. The opening quarter saw the Mustangs grab a 14-11 lead, but the quicker Rockets opened up their running game to […]
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a family-friendly team event for all ages which Celebrates those who have survived cancer; Remembers those who have lost the battle with cancer; provides an opportunity to Fight Back against cancer through education, advocacy, and fundraising. If one has been diagnosed with […]
Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, will show the inspirational movie “Heaven is for Real” to families on Sunday, January 25, 2015. Showtime is 3:00 p.m. Movie “treats,” coffee, Kool-Aid, and water will be furnished, or you my bring your drink of choice. The movie is based […]
This year the City of Morrison, IL, has been fielding an increased number of complaints regarding un-shoveled sidewalks. To avoid fines of up to $50, property owners are required to keep their sidewalks unobstructed by snow. This applies regardless if the residence is occupied. On Wednesday, January 14, 2015, the […]
On Monday, January 12, 2015, the City of Morrison Council Meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. Attending were Mayor Everett Pannier; City Clerk Melanie Schroeder; City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen; Aldermen Curt Bender, Scott Connelly, Dale Eizenga, Dave Helms, Leo […]
Morrison Chamber of Commerce held a noon Ribbon Cutting on Friday, January 9, 2015, as Eric and Carrie Gaumer opened Gaumer Chiropractic, LLC, 125 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. To celebrate, new January clients will receive a 20% discount. Shown left-to-right are Stephanie Vavra, thecity1.com; City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen; Cory […]
Quickly! Who was the first High School wrestling coach? You have several opportunities to meet him Saturday, January 17, 2015, at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. Look for him during the meets against Rock Ridge and Mercer County, beginning at 11:00 a.m.; while touring the wrestling room; at […]
The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) has applied 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 […]
Editor’s note: The following School Board Report was submitted by Lynette Forth. Members of the Board of Education met for a regular meeting on Monday, December 22, 2014, at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. Elementary Principal Jennifer Oetting noted that 5th grade students from Mr. Eyrich’s class […]