May 1 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, May 1, 2020. Arrests: No arrests to report.

Joe Mills Celebrates Decade with First Wealth Financial Group

Editor’s note:  The photo was taken at the 2019 Morrison Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. This year marks the 10th Anniversary for Wealth Advisor, Joe Mills.  Mills began his career with First Wealth Financial Group in 2010, after being introduced to Breton Williams, First Wealth Financial Group CEO and Wealth

Moring Changes Yard Waste Pick-Up Day

Accounting Director for the City of Morrison, IL, Shelli Davis reported, “Moring Disposal notified me yesterday [they have] changed our yard waste pick-up day.  Currently every Monday is pick up.  The last Monday pick up will be May 11, 2020.  The next pick up will be Wednesday, May 20, and

National Honor Society Chapter Selects Members

Driver Education and American Government Teacher Brian Martoz reported, “Thirteen Morrison High School students have been selected for induction into Morrison High School’s chapter of the National Honor Society. They were selected based on academic credentials (GPA of 3.5 or higher); involvement and leadership in school and community activities; service

Drive-Through Parade Brings Joy

Marketing Director Karla Burn invited the community and family of residents at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, to participate in a drive-through parade, beginning at 1:00 p.m., on Friday, May 8, 2020.  “Just over 100” vehicles accepted the opportunity, taking 38 minutes to complete the circuit

Robert J. “Bob” Yarbrough (1921 – 2020)

Robert J. “Bob” Yarbrough, 98, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, May 6, 2020, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison. Bob was born November 3, 1921, in Morrison, IL, to Glenn and Clara (Deelsnyder) Yarbrough.  He was educated in the Morrison school system.  On March 2, 1945, he married Pearl

May Day at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation

Karla Burn, Marketing Director, reported, “Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, made and delivered 99 May Day baskets for all of our Residents.”  She stated there are 35 residents in the Assisted Living wing and 64 residents in the Long Term and Skilled Care area. “We are

Fulton Plant Sale Cancelled

Due to continued precautions with the spread of COVID-19 and to insure the health and safety of the consumer and our staff, the annual spring Fulton Plant Sale will be cancelled.  Difficulty securing a public site, volunteers, and plant supply all contributed to the decision.  We hope to return in

Police Announce 2020 Helmet Incentive Program

Morrison, IL, Police Chief Brian Melton is proud to announce the Helmet Incentive Program again this year.  The program, which started in 2009, is to promote bicycle safety among our youth.  It is only possible through the continued partnership and support of the DQ Grill & Chill owners Ellen and

City Website COVID-19 Response and Resources Page

Parks and Recreation Coordinator Katie Selburg stated, “I have created a COVID-19 Response and Resources page on the City of Morrison[, IL’s] website.  There is a direct link on the main menu bar, as well as in the “News” section of the homepage.”  Click here:  http://www.morrisonil.org/covid-19-response-and-resources/. Included on the page

St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Online Services

St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 601 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, has suspended on-site worship services until further notice. “We are posting video worship services online (Youtube and Facebook) and emailing bulletins to follow along.  Our members are encouraged to contact the church Office, at 815-772-3386, to get on the

Health Departments Encourage Public to Prevent Exposure

Editor’s note:  This is a joint news release issued by the Northern Illinois Rockford Region Public Information Officers (NIR-PIO.)  NIR-PIO serves Boone, Carroll, DeKalb, Jo Daviess, Lee, Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside, and Winnebago Counties. Over the last few days [in late April 2020], expanded testing has become available for COVID-19 in

First Presbyterian Facebook Services

First Presbyterian Church, Morrison, IL, continues to offer services live via their Facebook group every Sunday at 10:15 a.m. Reverend Dr. Michael Selburg reported, “Services are left on the page, so folks can view at their leisure.” Click here to watch:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstpresmorrison. Free Community Meals are canceled until further notice.

Brea M. Scott (Eich) (1981 – 2020)

Brea M. Scott (Eich), 39, of Lyndon, IL, died Sunday, May 3, 2020, at her home. Brea was born January 13, 1981, in Morrison, IL, to the late Brent D. and Judi (Bowen) Scott.  She was educated in Illinois, then began her adult life in Colorado and explored the world

April 27 Coronavirus Update

Cory Law wrote, “Today, Monday, April 27 2020, Whiteside County Health Department announced six new laboratory confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Whiteside County, IL.  Cases are: (1) 20s, (1)30s, (2)40s, (1)50s, (1)80s.  Today Illinois announced 1980 new cases and 50 additional deaths.” For more information please visit  https://coronavirus-response-whiteside.hub.arcgis.com// Contact Cory Law