Fulton Annual Spring Plant Sale May 13

The recent warm weather has certainly caused our gardens to spring into action. As you anticipate what changes and improvements you wish to make, consider coming to the annual Fulton Plant Sale on Saturday, May 13, 2023. It will be at Cattail Park, just north of Fulton, IL. Follow 8th

Timber Lake Playhouse Opens with “The Lightning Thief”

Timber Lake Playhouse (TLP), 8215 Burr Oak Road, Mr. Carroll, IL 61053, is the premier professional summer theatre of northwest Illinois. We are thrilled to announce that “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” will open on Friday, May 12, 2023, for one weekend. From page-to-stage, it’s a thrilling, new,

April 7 Morrison Police Report

The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, April 7, 2023. Arrests: None. The following Citations were issued.     Date     Name     Age     Address     Violation Cited 4-10-2023 Denise Kuehl 66 Morrison, IL Speeding The public is reminded that these are

Justin Robert Emerson (1982 – 2023)

Justin Robert Emerson, 41, of Rock Falls, IL, died Saturday, April 8, 2023, at his home. Justin was born January 8, 1982, in Clinton, IA, to Henry A. and Diana L. (Reese) Emerson. He was educated in the Morrison, IL, school system and was a 2000 graduate of Morrison High

Katheryn Ann Hogue (1967 – 2023)

Katheryn Ann Hogue, 55, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at Genesis East Medical Center in Davenport, IA. Kathy was born November 28, 1967, in Plainfield , NJ, to Kent and Naomi (Corathers) Babbitt. Her family moved to Milwaukee, WI, for a short period of time and then

CGH Auxiliary Masquerade Sale Fundraiser

The CGH Auxiliary will host their annual Masquerade™ Jewelry and Accessories $5 Fundraising Sale, on Monday, April 17, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, April 18, from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The sale is located in a new location this year, in the CGH Main Clinic Lobby,

MCH Foundation Spring Fundraiser May 18

Morrison Community Hospital Foundation has a swinging fundraiser planned for Thursday, May 18, 2020, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.  The venue is Eagle Point Lodge, 4101 N. Third Street, in Eagle Point Park, Clinton, IA. Purchase tickets at https://mchf.cbo.io or at the hospital. Contact Mick Welding at 815-772-5510 or mwilding@mchstaff.com

2023 Historical Society Program Schedule

Morrison Historical Society presents monthly, Sunday afternoon programs of general interest to the public, from April through November. Morrison’s Heritage Museum opens at 1:00 p.m., and programs begin promptly at 1:30. The building is accessible to all from the back parking area, at 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. There is

National Honor Society Inducts 28

MHS American Government Teacher Brian Bartoz submitted his article and photos. Twenty-eight students were inducted into Morrison High School’s chapter of the National Honor Society, on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, during an evening ceremony in the auditorium. They were selected based on academic credentials (3.5 GPA or higher); their leadership

Deputy Recorder Position Available

Kendra Kophamer Bush, Whiteside County Recorder is accepting applications for a full-time Deputy Recorder. A Job Summary and an Application can be found online at https://www.whiteside.org/departments/recorder.html. In person, visit the Whiteside County Recorder Office, 200 E. Knox Street, Morrison, IL. Applications are on the front counter. Job Description: Deputy Recorder

Unusual Day for Election Judges

Editor’s note: Deputy County Clerk Kari Johnson reports 193 Election Judges worked in Whiteside County, on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. The Editor was one. It was still “night” as I alone drove south on Jackson Street, toward Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, shortly before 5:00 a.m. I passed

Morrison Garden Club Needs Mulch Spreaders

Sharon Moore submitted the photograph and press release. Earth Day is Saturday, April 22, 2023. Celebrate Earth Day by helping Morrison Garden Club haul and spread mulch at Odell Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. We are looking for volunteers to help the group. If you have a student

April 21 Knights of Columbus Fish Fry

Knights of Columbus members will host their final Lenten Fish Friday, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL. The make up date is April 21, 2023. Enjoy all-you-can-eat, fried and baked Alaskan Pollack.  Beer-battered fish; potato; slaw; dessert; a drink. The

April 30 Morrison’s Heritage Museum Opens

Morrison’s Heritage Museum opens for the 2023 season on Sunday, April 30, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Each month features a Sunday afternoon program with topics of general interest. The building is accessible to all from the back parking area, at 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Morrison Historical Society Trustee

2023 Cross Walk

Photos were supplied by the Editor and Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. Morrison Ministers Council organizes and participates in the Annual Community Good Friday Cross Walk. The earliest event found on thecity1.com by the Editor was 2014. Left-to-right are Rev. Dr. Michael Selburg (First Presbyterian); Father James Brzezinski (Church of Saint