June 14 Council Approves CAPA Activities

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The partitioned City of Morrison Community Room at Odell Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, housed the first Morrison City Council meeting on June 14, 2021, with adequate space for all interested visitors.

City Cautions Downtown Drivers

The City of Morrison, IL, reminds drivers to be mindful of construction, during the duration of the Main Street Project.  Currently, vehicles are being allowed to drive west ( ie. the wrong way) on Market, from Genesee to Orange Street.  Follow signage, and proceed with caution.  Please walk or bike

Letter from ISA President Sheriff Brian VanVickle

Editor’s note:  On Thursday, June 17, 2021, Illinois Sheriff’s Association President Sheriff Brian VanVickle submitted this letter to Rob Jeffreys, Director of Illinois Department of Corrections.  It concerns DOC-sentenced inmates who are still being staffed in County jails.  That situation affects County budgets, paid by County taxpayers.

Vandermydes Are Safe, but Fire Destroys Everything

Ben Vandermyde, son of David and Patricia Vandermyde, stated his parents “awoke to the smell of smoke at 1:00 a.m.,” on Monday, June 14, 2021.  They had slept soundly, so the faint chirp of the smoke detector did not wake them immediately.  The 61-year-olds “grabbed their slippers, glasses, and [Dad’s]

How Clean Is Our Water?

This report is intended to provide it of Morrison, IL, residents with important information about their drinking water and the efforts made by the City of Morrison Water Department, to provide safe drinking water.  The source of drinking water used by the City of Morrison is Ground Water.  For more

Health Department Walk-In Clinic June 11

The Whiteside County Health Department will hold a walk-in clinic on Friday, June 11, 2021, at the Rock Falls, IL, location, 1300 W. 2nd Street.  Two vaccines are available:  Pfizer vaccine (for anyone 12+) and Johnson & Johnson vaccine (for anyone 18+), from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00.p.m.–or while supplies last.

Main Street Walk with Cheri Bustos

Congresswoman Cheri Bustos, second from left, took a stroll along W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, for an hour and 20 minutes, on Tuesday, June 8, 2021.  Her escorts were Chamber of Commerce Director LeAnn Schaefer, left, and City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen.

Call the Police if You Lost Your Lab

If you lost your “energetic and sweet, female Lab (?), she was found in the area of Family Chef Restaurant this afternoon, Friday, May 4, 2021. She has neither collar nor tags. Contact Morrison Police Department at 815-772-7659.

Memorial Day 2021

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this article and took the photos. Monday, May 31, 2021, was a day of remembering, celebrating, and reuniting.  The streets of Morrison, IL, were lined with good spirits as the procession of flags, emergency vehicles, horses, retired military personnel, and others made their way to

May 30 Morrison’s Heritage Museum Exhibits

On Sunday, May 30, 2021, in honor of Memorial Day, visit Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 200 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The building is accessible from the back parking lot, via a ramp.  Hours are 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., on Saturdays and Sundays.  Upstairs you will find several mannequins dressed in uniforms

Flag Hunt at Morrison’s Heritage Museum

In honor of Memorial Day, visit Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 200 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, on Sunday, May 30, 2021.  The building is accessible from the back parking lot, via a ramp.  Hours are 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.  On the main floor, view several mannequins dressed in military uniforms.  Each was

Flag Hunt at Morrison’s Heritage Museum

In honor of Memorial Day, visit Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 200 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, on Sunday, May 30, 2021.  Enter from the back parking lot via a ramp.  The hours are 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. On the main floor is a collection of mannequins dressed in military uniforms, each worn

Relaxing of Mask and Distancing for Fully-Vaccinated

Guidance from the Centers for Disease Control states that fully-vaccinated people can stop wearing a mask and practicing social distancing in most indoor and outdoor settings.  Governor J. B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health announced that Illinois will align State Executive Orders with the latest CDC guidance

Boil Order in Effect Immediately May 25

On Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at 11:45 a.m., the City of Morrison, Il, issued an immediate Boil Order for all residents living on W. Main Street between Base Street and Orange Street.  This also includes one additional address at 300 W. Main Street.  Due to a water main break, it