Lauren Rice Heads to the Big Ten

Lauren Rice Heads to the Big Ten

Editor’s note:  Bill Popkin submitted this short press release. Small-town girl makes good!  Lauren Rice, Morrison, IL, standout softball player, will be taking her skills to Ohio State University next year, in Columbus, OH.  As an incoming...
Tadsen Brings Art Show to Morrison July 27 and 28

Tadsen Brings Art Show to Morrison July 27 and 28

Often, the Editor receives “tips” from local citizens that become features on thecity1.com.  On Sunday, July 15, 2018, this one came as a Facebook share from my sister-in-law’s daughter, who lives in Norwalk, IA.  She wrote,...
Cottonwood 4-H and Federation Youth Beautify Main Street

Cottonwood 4-H and Federation Youth Beautify Main Street

Editor’s note:  Meridith Layne submitted the photo. As proof of recent beautification efforts along the downtown area, Morrison Chamber of Commerce Coordinator Meridith Layne submitted these pretty, potted petunias.  You will find them in front of...

Thank You from Rock River Hospice and Home

Dear Editor: What an amazing evening it was for Rock River Hospice and Home (RRHH) at the Fourth Tapas and Tinis Fundraiser!  The event incorporates community members as chefs who make a variety of appetizers for guests to enjoy, along with specialty martini...
Law Enforcement Viral Lip Sync Battle

Law Enforcement Viral Lip Sync Battle

There is a wildly popular Lip Sync Challenge being sent across Facebook.  What makes it fun is that uniformed Police Officers and Deputies are the singers, and the stage is (usually) inside their squad car.  The Law Enforcement Viral Lip Sync Challenge began...