Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias wants Illinoisans to make sure they know if they need a REAL ID, before the Federal deadline, which is now less than three months away. The Secretary of State’s office is proactively raising awareness about the uses of REAL IDs. It is also clarifying
Editor’s note: The date of a Council tax vote was corrected to read on Monday, February 24, 2025. By Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, February 10, 2025, without Councilman Buckner in attendance. Kim Ewoldsen and Ken Burn presented details and the success path
Following is the Agenda for the Morrison City Council meeting of Monday, February 10, 2025. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC COMMENT PRESENTATION AGENDA 1. Kim Ewoldsen and Ken Burn, Sauk Valley Community College, Impact Program, Mustang Challenge [1-2] REPORT OF CITY OFFICERS, DEPARTMENT HEADS, COMMISSIONS,
Whiteside County Health Department is beginning their Illinois Project for Local Assessment of Need (IPLAN.) This community health assessment is a mandated planning process, that all local Health Departments must conduct every five years. The Health Department surveys the community and analyzes the results, along with available data. This
City Administrator Brian Melton issued this announcement on Monday, January 27, 2025. Beginning Wednesday, January 29, 2025, and continuing for about a week, drivers should avoid the far, east end of Knox Street, at the intersection with N. Jackson Street, below Morrison Community Hospital. Sewer lines will be moved,
The City of Morrison Department of Fun announces an entertaining event. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a novice looking to test your luck, this event is sure to provide an unforgettable experience for all who attend. Don’t miss out on the chance to show off your card-playing prowess
Congressman Eric Sorensen announced his appointment to the House Armed Services Committee for the 119th Congress, along with assignments to two, critical subcommittees: the Subcommittee on Readiness and the Subcommittee on Tactical Air and Land Forces. These roles enhance Sorensen’s ability to advocate for the Rock Island Arsenal and
At their Tuesday, January 21, 2025, monthly meeting, members of Carroll County Democratic Central Committee decided by a unanimous vote to add a new project. Chairman Dr. Art Donart suggested that our elected and appointed officials need to hear directly from the people, about their problems with health insurance
Congressman Eric Sorensen will attend the 2025 Quad Cities Farm Show Sunday, January 19, 2025, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. His intention is to learn about the latest farming equipment from exhibitors and to meet with local farmers. Congressman Sorensen will be available for questions from the public. The
On Tuesday, January 14, 2025, Morrison The American Legion wrote, “The following link will direct the public to a voting page for a proposed new Illinois State Flag: https://apps.ilsos.gov/stateflag. You can vote for: ∗ one of the Illinois Flag Commission’s Top 10 flag designs; ∗ retaining the existing State
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The opening Morrison City Council meeting of 2025 was held on Monday, January 13, without Council members Mahaffey and Tichler in attendance. Topics of discussion were as follows: *Recreation Service Director Nathan Jacobs informed the Council that winter programs beginning in January
The Department of Fun and City of Morrison Waterworks Park Committee will kick off the 2025 opening of Morrison Winter Park, on Saturday, January 11. Hours are from noon to 8:00 p.m. at Waterworks Park hill. Ice skates will be available to rent. Adults, teens, and children are welcome
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias’s Office rejected more than 300 vanity and personalized license plates in 2024. There were 60,537 requests for vanity and personalized plates. That includes 335 that were denied because of their inflammatory or offensive nature or because they were difficult to read. The Office
Morrison, IL, City Administrator Brian Melton submitted this Public Service Announcement on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Due to the delayed delivery of this month’s City of Morrison utility bills, there will be no penalties/late fees on accounts otherwise in good standing for January. Please be mindful that utility bills
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, seeks applicants for the position of Full-time Library Director. Questions may be directed to Library staff Lisa Boles or Katie Rider at 815-772-7322. Introduction Odell Public Library of Morrison is seeking a dynamic and energetic professional with a strong work