Homicide Victim Tracy Russell

On Sunday morning, December 15, 2019, around 1:30 a.m., Whiteside County Deputies responded to a residence in rural Rock Falls, IL, Whiteside County, for a death of a male subject, Tracy Russell, 53 of Rock Falls.  Through the investigation, this death has been determined to be homicide.  This is an

City Snow Removal and Parking Ordinances

As winter arrives, Morrison Police would like to remind the public of a few Ordinances of the City of Morrison’s Municipal Code, as they relate to snow removal and parking during winter months. The City of Morrison certainly appreciates your cooperation and compliance!  Violations of those Ordinances addressing snow removal

Live Nativity Volunteers Needed for December 7

Usher in the Christmas message with members of our community and visitors.  Volunteers are need for a Living Nativity scene during the Fulton, IL, Annual Christmas Walk, on Saturday, December 7, 2019, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m.  Each volunteer (adult, youth, individual, family, or group) will take part in the

“They’re Playing Our Song” Auditions December 8 and 10

Morrison Music Theater Association (MMTA) is looking for actors and singers to perform in their spring production of “They’re Playing Our Song” by Marvin Hamlisch.  Performance dates are March 13, 14, and 15, 2020.  Auditions will be held at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, Morrison, IL, on Sunday,

City Public Informational Meeting December 16

The City of Morrison, IL, will host a Public Informational Meeting on Monday, December 16, 2019, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., in the City of Morrison Community Room, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  Representatives from the City and Willett, Hofmann, & Associates will be available

Letter from Sharon Boyles

Dear Editor: On Monday, November 11, 2019, The Loft on Main hosted an ornament painting opportunity for people of all ages.  The response was fabulous!  The day started slowly, but by 10:00 a.m., it was evident, the snowy day was going to be a busy day.  Nearly 500 clay ornaments

Letter from Tracy Banks-Geiger

Attention Morrison Residents: It is the season that asthmatics and people with pulminory issues dread:  Leaf Burning.  My husband, daughter, and mother-in-law suffer with asthma.  Leaf burning (even when limited to a few days a week) has devastating effects on their breathing and ability to participate in activities.  Burning leaf

Morrison Police Shooting Update

Editor’s note:  Jeramie House will be arraigned in Court on Thursday, October 24, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. On Tuesday, October 22, 2019, at approximately 8:30 p.m., multiple 9-1-1 calls were received of a shooting at 507 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  A 24-year-old female, Marissa Rhodes, and an 18-year-old male,

Morrison Police Investigates Shooting

On Tuesday, October 22, 2019, at approximately 8:30 p.m., multiple 9-1-1 calls were received of a shooting at 507 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  A 24-year-old female and an 18-year-old male, both residents at this address, were victims of the shooting.  A suspect vehicle had fled the scene.  The 24-year-old

Phone Scam Targets Methodist Parishioners

Morrison United Methodist Church wants the public to be aware that there was a scam text message sent out, on Thursday, October 10, 2019, (around 10:30 a.m.) to several parishioners.  The message may state it was from Pastor Noah Panlilio or come up on caller ID with his name, but

October 6 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial

In accordance to Public Law 107-51, the American flag should be lowered to half-staff on Sunday, October 6, 2019, from sunrise to sunset.  This half-staff tribute is in observance of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial.  Since last year’s memorial, 119 firefighters lost their lives.  Regrettably, this is one of the most

City to Hold Cannabis Information Meeting October 15

At 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, October 15, 2019, the City of Morrison will host a question-and-answer session for the community, regarding the recent law allowing legalization of cannabis.  It will be at the City of Morrison Community Room, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  City Attorney