Apply for Morrison Chamber Executive Director Position

Morrison Chamber of Commerce seeks to hire a part-time Executive Director.  The Director provides support to the Chamber Board and membership.  This is an hourly position of approximately 15-20 hours per week.  To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, and professional references to morrisonilchamber@gmail.com by Saturday, October 19, 2019. 

October 6 Cheerleaders Pancake Breakfast

Stephanie Vavra wrote this updated article.  Editor’s note:  On Monday, September 30, 2019, Paula Rodriguez stated, “Round three of the pancake breakfast will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.” On Sunday, October 6, 2019, join Morrison High School Cheerleaders for breakfast, brunch, or lunch, at the City of

Police Speed & Message Trailer Begins Duty

In July 2019, the Morrison Police Department received a grant award in the amount of $7500 to purchase a Speed & Variable Message Trailer.  The grant award is through the Powering Safe Communities Program, funded by ComEd and administered by the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus.  The trailer will assist the Police

Victor L. Jomant (1957 – 2019)

Victor L. Jomant, age 62 of Sterling, IL, died Monday, September 30, 2019, at his home. Victor was born on September 10, 1957, in Sterling.  He was the son of Joe and Patricia (Steltzer) Rodriguez.  Victor married Nikki Walrath on August 1, 2003, in Rock Falls, IL.  He worked for

Cheerleaders Pancake Breakfast Cancelled

Editor’s note:  Thecity1.com was not notified about this cancellation.  Apologies to our viewers. The Sunday, September 29, 2019, Morrison High School Cheerleader pancake breakfast will not be held.

September 29 Resthave Community Family Fun Day

On Sunday, September 29, 2019, Resthave Care & Rehabilitation will host the third Annual Community Family Fun Day, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Park at Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, and ride the Wiersema shuttle to Resthave, 408 Maple Avenue.   A free Hog Roast

Debra Lynn Williamson (1954 – 2019)

Debra Lynn Williamson 64, of Sterling, IL, died on Saturday, September 28, 2019, at University of Wisconsin Hospital, after a long fight with Pulmonary Hypertension. Debra was born November 22, 1954, the daughter of Darrell and Delores (Rupe) Kitzmiller.   She married Wayne Williamson on March 19, 1994, in Lebanon, KY. 

September 20 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, September 20, 2019. Arrests:  On Sunday, September 22, 2019, at approximately 1:57 a.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Adam H. Norman, age 36 of Fulton, IL.  The traffic

Bustos on Attempted Coverup and Whistleblower Complaint

On Wednesday, September 25, 2019, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos released the following statement.  It was issued after the House of Representatives passed a resolution calling on the Administration to cease any action to withhold a whistleblower complaint, made to the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community, and to cease actions to

FEMA Disaster Declaration Approved

On Friday, September 20, 2019, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved Congresswoman Cheri Bustos’s request, for a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Illinois.  This triggers the release of Federal funds to communities impacted by severe storms and flooding, between Sunday, February 24, and Tuesday, July 3, 2019. 

Football Game is On, Golf Has a New Start Time

Morrison High School Athletic Director Gregg Dolan wrote, “The football game between Morrison and Newman is still on as scheduled, with a 7:00 p.m. kick off in Sterling, IL, Saturday night[, September 28, 2019].  The Lorrin Fassett Golf Tournament at Deer Valley has been adjusted to a 10:00 a.m. start

River Cities Quilt Guild Shows September 27-28

Quilting by the River 2019 Quilt Show will be held Friday, September 27, and Saturday, September 28, 2019, at Fulton Presbyterian Church, 311 N. 9th Street, Fulton, IL.  River Cities Quilt Guild will display quilts of all sizes, as well as Quilts of Valor® and a raffle quilt, “Storm at

Methodist Church Rummage Sales September 27-28

Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will hold a Rummage Sale and Bake Sale on Friday, September 27, and Saturday, September 28, 2019, in Heritage Hall.   Doors open precisely at noon Friday and at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday (no early buyers.)  Shop until 5:00 p.m. Friday

Flag Burning Ceremony September 29

American Legion Post 328 will have the annual Flag Burning Ceremony on Sunday, September 29, 2019, at Kiwanis Park on N. Genesee Street, in Morrison, IL, approximately at noon.  The ritual will happen rain or shine, unless lightning or heavy rain occurs. The Legion Honor Guard will perform the commencement

September 29 Cheerleaders Pancake Breakfast

From 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 29, 2019, join Morrison High School Cheerleaders for pancakes al fresco at the intersection of Lincoln Highway and Cherry Street, the Community State Bank “sandwich corner.”  Included are pancakes, sausage, orange juice, coffee, and milk, for a donation.  Take home meals are