Every third Saturday in September the City of Morrison, IL, offers an event that transforms an historic downtown into a concrete and glass canvas, on which any aspiring artist may reveal their talents. This day-long transformation draws thousands of participants and observers from throughout the area. It leaves the downtown […]
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton and Whiteside County State’s Attorney Trish Joyce announce that two male juveniles have been charged, following an investigation conducted by the Morrison Police Department. The investigation was of incidents that occurred at the Morrison High School during the period of Sunday, July 14, to […]
On Thursday, September 12, 2013, the City of Morrison Special Council Meeting will convene at 7:00 p.m. in the lower-level Conference Room of City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The Agenda follows. Call To Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Items for Consideration and Possible Action […]
Morrison Community Unit District #6 schools will dismiss two hours early on Tuesday, September 10, 2013, due to the heat. Preschool will run their early dismissal schedule. Northside will dismiss at 12:55 p.m., and other buildings will dismiss at 1:05.
Dorothy L. Bielema-Nelson, 91, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, September 9, 2013, at the Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL. Dorothy was born December 5, 1921, in Morrison, to William and Lillian (Wolber) Stralow. She was educated in the Morrison grade schools and graduated from Morrison High School. […]
The American Cancer Society estimates that in this Country, breast cancer will become a reality for 296,980 females in 2013. The positive news is that 87% of them will survive this devastating diagnosis. Surprisingly, there can be moments of humor and joy along the way. A new, original musical illustrates […]
Bernadine M. Yaklich, 87, of Prophetstown, IL, died Monday, September 9, 2013, at Prophets Good Samaritan Center in Prophetstown. Bernadine was born December 26, 1925, in Herrick, IL, the daughter of Earl and Viva (Musser) Moore. She married Frank Yaklich on May 31, 1944, in LaSalle, IL. He preceded her […]
Chappell Hills Golf Course-Princeton, IL September 4, 2013 MORRISON…174 Colton Smith..42 Ben Tegeler..43 Nick Kaufman..44 Brock Smith..45 PRINCETON..169 ROCKRIDGE..191 Medalist: Zach Hicks (P)..38 Runnreup: Colton Smith (M)..42 JUNIIOR VARSITY: MORRISON..220 Jaeden Workman..50 Chance Bender..54 Kyle McCoy..58 Andrew Rinker..58 PRINCETON..209 ROCKRIDGE..227
Cross Creek Golf Course- MOrrison, Il September 3, 2013 MORRISON…163 Noah Hogue..36 colton Smith..40 Brock Smith..43 Anthony Tenboer..44 NEWMAN…187 ORION…188 Medalist: N. Hogue..36 Runner-up: Colton Smith..40 JUNIOR VARSITY: MORRISON 192 NEWMAN…234 Chance Bender..47 Kyle McCoy..47 Breennan Bender..48 Jaeden Workman..49
No Highlight Films Tonight By Jerry Lindsey The Morrison Mustangs traveled to Orion with a solid victory on the resume and anticipated a completive game on a perfect Friday evening weather wise. However, the evening could not have gone any worse than the 50-0 shellacking the Mustangs received from […]
The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office and Mounted Patrol host the annual Youth Fishing Derby on Saturday, September 7, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The law enforcement agencies have sponsored the derby for more than 40 years. This popular, free fishing contest is open to all youth aged 15 and […]
Tuesday, September 17, 2013, begins the National celebration of Constitution Week. The weeklong commemoration of America’s most important document is one of our Country’s least known official observances. Our Constitution stands as a testament to the tenacity of Americans throughout history to maintain their liberties and freedom, and to ensure […]
The morning of Friday, September 6, 2013, was nothing short of perfection, as ground–or rather, gravel–was broken on the much-anticipated Morrison-Rockwood Recreational Trail along Crosby Road, Morrison, IL. Soon this sign will be obsolete. Heavy deconstruction of timber and grading continued a short distance west along the road. Law Excavation […]
Editor’s note: Dr. Arthur Donart of Thomson, IL, submitted this report of a visit by U. S. Representative Cheri Bustos to a local business. His report follows. On Friday, September 6, 2013, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos and her staff paid a visit to Shafer Fisheries, 21985 Waller Road, rural Thomson, IL, […]
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following arrests made and citations issued since Friday, August 30, 2013. No Arrests are reported. The following Citations were issued. 08-28-13 Steven C. McNitt NA Thomson, IL Ordinance – No Parking08-29-13 Noah C. Blacklock 16 Morrison No Valid Registration09-02-13 Katie […]