April 13 Full School Day; April 14 Early Dismissal

Tuesday, April 13, 2021, will be a full day of attendance for students of Morrison Community Unit School District #6.  It will not be an Early Dismissal, as the District calendar says.  We will have our regularly-scheduled, Early Dismissal on Wednesday, April 14.  The District apologizes for any confusion this

150th Whiteside County Fair Opens August 17

Director of Publicity Todd Mickley reported, “The Whiteside County Fair is pleased to inform you, that we are working diligently to prepare for the 150th Fair.  An impressive line-up of entertainment is on tap and is sure to please all who attend!” The Fair opens on Tuesday, August 17, 2021,

April 9 Sheriff’s Office Dual Fatality Report

On Friday, April 9, 2021, at 9:14 a.m., Whiteside County Deputies along with Fulton Police Department responded to a single-vehicle fatality traffic crash, on U. S. Route 136 just west of Sand Road.  Driver and passenger were pronounced dead at the scene by Whiteside County Coroner Joseph McDonald.

Letter from Zuidema and Wood about Vern Tervelt

Dear Editor: Vern Tervelt has lived and paid Morrison taxes for over 50 years.  He is proud to lead and represent the people of Morrison[, IL.]  Vern raised seven successful children in Morrison.  Vern’s father, Maynard Tervelt, worked for the City of Morrison as the Sewer Plant Operator for 35

Sweet Easter Treat Questionnaire

What is your favorite Easter treat? The Editor’s new, second-place favorite is single-size, Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Treats, in polka dot, foil wrappers.  Jelly Beans will always reign number one.  I wonder, how many of our viewers like the licorice ones?  I do; I never had to share them with the

Where to Get Vaccinated

During March 2021, Fitzgerald Pharmacy, 124 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, held weekly COVID-19 vaccination clinics for area customers age 65 or older, plus some “essential workers” who might have been younger. The pharmacy called their customers about the availability of the Moderna vaccine. Pharmacist Dan Engelkins administered the first

Letter from Anne Frame about Scott Vandermyde

Dear Editor: Scott Vandermyde, son of Dr. Richard and Barbara Vandermyde retired “home” to Morrison after working as an Actuary, both in various Cities in the United States, including Chicago, Seattle, and Los Angeles, and onto Zurich, Switzerland, and Hong Kong.  He told me, “The grounding and education I received

Your Morrison Mayoral Candidates

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey conducted these interviews and submitted the photos. On Tuesday, April 6, 2021, the Whiteside County, IL, Consolidated Election ballots available to voters will carry two names of candidates desiring to be the next Mayor of Morrison, IL.  They were interviewed separately, and their responses are offered

April 10 MCH Pre-Grand Opening Event

Morrison Community Hospital Foundation will host a Pre-Grand Opening on Saturday, April 10, 2021.  Doors open at 8:30 a.m., at the City of Morrison Community Room (inside Odell Public Library), 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  Breakfast will be served.  Please reply immediately at 815-772-5510.  The agenda follows.

What Would You Ask of the New Mayor?

Submit questions to stephanie@thecity1.com for consideration in the upcoming Mayoral candidate forum.  The deadline is Monday night, March 22, 2021. Join the event on Wednesday, March 24, in the Morrison High School auditorium for a forum with Vernon Tervelt and Scott Vandermyde, or watch the live-streaming broadcast.  Doors open at

Search Businesses for Lucky Chamber Bucks Today

In an effort to promote the New Morrison Chamber Bucks program and increase local business traffic, Morrison Chamber of Commerce announces, LUCKY YOU! Chamber Bucks will be redeemable at sponsoring locations:  Hero’s Bar and Grill, Brick Block Pub, Sullivan’s Foods, 123 Tee’s, and Uniquely Made Gifts.

Meet Your Mayoral Candidates March 24

Thecity1.com, Morrison Online, will host a “Meet the Mayoral Candidates” event on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL.  The event will be moderated by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey and Stephanie Vavra, Owner and Publisher of thecity1.com. Board members

2021 Morrison Taste of Ireland

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Wednesday, March 17, 2021, several food and beverage choices will be offered in Morrison, IL, from east-to-west and north-to-south.  Choose corned beef and cabbage meals, reuben sandwiches, salads, desserts, and beverages with a nod to the Irish.  Below are 13 underlined options, several of

Drive-Through Bone Marrow Sign-Up March 27

Four years ago, Kyle Huebner of Fulton, IL, was a 20-year-old college student.  He participated in a blood drive through Western Illinois University, in Moline, IL.  At the same event he took a bone marrow screening. Be The Match (BTM) holds free, cheek-swab, testing events, recording blood and bone marrow information,