The City of Morrison seeks an energetic and ethical leader to be chiefly responsible for developing recreational opportunities for the City, and marketing and maximizing usage of the Sports Complex to a regional audience. Interested applicants must complete a City of Morrison Job Application, in addition to submitting a Letter
On Sunday, July 17, 2022, at approximately 8:09 a.m., the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office responded to a crash, at the intersection of U. S. Route 30 and Millard Road, in rural Morrison, IL. The crash was between an eastbound vehicle driven by Miranda M. Jenkins (dob 7/18/1988) of Clinton, IA,
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report and took the photo. The Double G Saloon used the excitement of the Morrison, IL, downtown Shuckfest event to execute its official Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting ceremony, on Saturday, July 30, 2022. Owners Wendy Gallentine and Shane Gallentine celebrated their new restaurant’s
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the feature and took the photographs. Owners of Isle of the Rhodes restaurant celebrated their 40th anniversary of serving Morrison, IL, residents and those of surrounding communities on W. Main Street. They opened in 1982 at 100 W. Main, across the street from the current
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. A shorter Agenda for the Monday, July 25, 2022, meeting of the Morrison City Council was headed by the presentation of the resignation of City Administrator, Barry Dykhuizen. He has accepted the position of Assistant City Administrator of Moline, IL, but was unable
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and took the photo. Countryside Construction completed the first shelter at the Morrison, IL, Dog Park on Wednesday, July 21, 2022. This photo was taken the day before. This inaugural shelter was sponsored by Rotary Club of Morrison. Editor’s note: Karla Burn of
On Friday, July 29, 2022, at 6:25 a.m., Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to W. Lincolnway and Emerson Road, for a motorcycle vs. car crash with injuries. The initial crash investigation determined that Unit 2, driven by Diana DeGroot, age 75, of Rock Falls, IL, was westbound on W.
Morrison Community High School members of the Class of 1970 will celebrate a 70th birthday party on Saturday, August 13, 2022, as well as a belated 50th Class Reunion. Alumni are invited to tour the High School building from noon to 2:00 p.m. Alumni from the Classes of 1965 and
Legionnaire Jerry Brearton, center, was awarded the Public Relations/Information Exchange Award, at The American Legion Department of Illinois’ 103rd Convention, held in Springfield, IL, from July13-16, 2022. The award was presented due to Brearton’s continued efforts in keeping the community aware of American Legion programs, presence, and local activities, and
Once a month, The Loft on Main opens its doors early for two hours, to those who enjoy home baked goods, beverages, and communal conversation. Stop in at the gallery on 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, between 8:00 and 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, July 21, 2022. All are welcome
On Sunday, July 17, 2022, Morrison Historical Society Board of Trustees will host Bailey Callahan, of Moline, IL, to discuss an Honor Flight initiative for female veterans. All past and current female military personnel are encouraged to attend this presentation. Any Honor Flight participants are cordially invited to share their
Mark you calendar, Fulton, IL, sports fans and parents. Fulton High School will hold its Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony, for the class of 2022, the evening of Saturday, September 17, 2022. It will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the school’s West Gym. Inductees include: 1991State Champion Football team
Public Services Director Lori Matlack writes, “The City of Morrison will be doing hydrant flushing during the day, between the dates of Monday, July 18, and Friday, July 29, 2022. “The north side of town will be the first week, starting July 18, and the south side will be starting
Thecity1.com office will close from Monday afternoon, July 11, through Saturday, July 16, 2022. Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey will be available for press releases or events. Contact him at 815-441-4603.
Online entries are now being accepted for the 151st Annual Whiteside County Fair, which runs Tuesday, August 16, through Saturday, August 20, 2022. The Whiteside County Fair no longer publishes Premium Books, but the pages are available online at www.whitesidecountyfair.org. Look for the “Entries/Premiums” at the top, right corner of