Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge has announced the 2018 applications for the special deer hunt at Lost Mound are available. Two managed deer hunts, one for youth (ages 10-17) and one for adults with disabilities (18 and older), are conducted within designated Closed Areas of Lost Mound.
On Monday, June 25, 2018, Sergeant Kristopher Schmidt, Republican candidate for Whiteside County Sheriff, announced political backing from one of his four, previous Republican competitors. Schmidt stated, “In life, it’s a matter of putting aside past differences for a common good. For us, it’s no different…. Mike Lewis joins us,
First Presbyterian Church of Morrison, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will host a free produce stand, beginning Friday, June 29, 2018, to run through the fall harvest. Community members are welcome to leave extra produce from their gardens on the table–located just north of the church entrance on Genesee Street–for
The Morrison Parks and Recreation Board will meet on Tuesday, July 18, 2017, at Morrison Sports Complex Lion’s Pavilion, 315 Bishop Road, Morrison, IL, at 7:00 p.m. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call Public Comment Approve Minutes Summer Extravaganza Update Adjournment
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Monday, June 18, 2018. Arrests: On Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at approximately 12:45 p.m., Morrison Police responded to a motor vehicle crash with injuries at 633 E. Lincolnway (near Scenic Drive), Morrison, IL. As a result
Whiteside County, as Trustee, has completed their tax deed proceedings on real estate properties that were delinquent for 2014 and prior real estate taxes. The County, as Trustee, will now offer for sale the real estate obtained to the public. They will offer approximately 24 items through a sealed bid
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, July 26, 2018. The building is handicap accessible. Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing. The church is located at the northeast corner
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, June 28, 2018. The building is handicap accessible. Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing. The church is located at the northeast corner
The Rock River Chapter of the DAR celebrated its 100th anniversary on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at the Lincoln Learning Center in Sterling, IL. The chapter was formed on December 8, 1917, in Sterling. The Morrison, IL, chapter organized on January 12, 1903. The two chapters later merged into one
Illinois State Police (ISP) District 01 Interim Commander Carl Heintz announces the ISP will conduct Roadside Safety Checks (RSC’s) in Whiteside and Ogle Counties, during the last week of June and the first week of July, 2018. The use of RSC’s combine a strong sense of public awareness and enforcement,
The 4th of July is just around the corner. If you are heading to the Mississippi River for a boating or camping trip, here is an important just a reminder. No fireworks are allowed on the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge, because of their disturbance to wildlife
President Dr. Brad Yaklich, right, welcomed new member, Dr. David Yeager, center, to the Morrison Rotary Club. Dr. Yeager is a new Surgical Foot and Ankle Doctor/Podiatrist at Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL. He requested a transfer from the Dixon Rotary Club to the Morrison Club.
Recognizing that diabetes is a leading cause of blindness and that Lions International is stressing this growing problem as the organization starts its 101st year, your local Lions Club held a Diabetes Awareness Health Fair and Walk at Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, May 1, 2018.
A Citizens for Schmidt Pancake Breakfast fundraiser was held from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the City of Morrison Community Room at Odell Library, 307 S. Madison Street, in Morrison, IL. The Saturday, June 23, 2018, event offered pancakes, sausage, beverages, and conversation for a donation. “Around 200 people attended.” reported Whiteside
Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Wednesday, June 27, 2018, beginning at 5:30 p.m., in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Room of City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The agenda follows. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call/Attendance III. Approval of May