Carol Ann Wingett (1935 – 2014)

Carol Ann Wingett, 78, of Fulton, IL, died Friday, June 13, 2014, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, IA. Carol was born June 20, 1935, in Fulton, IL, to Harry and Kate (Stuit) Hoogheem. She was educated in the Fulton Grade Schools and was a 1954

Historical Society Will Honor Local Women

Morrison Historical Society has planned a program for Sunday, June 22, 2014, that will pay tribute to women who left their mark on our community:  the late Margy (Margaret) Haines and the late Anne Petersen.  The Board of Trustees invites friends, family, former dance students, and the general public to

Doris L. White (1922 – 2014)

Doris L. White, age 92 of Rock Falls, IL, died Wednesday, June 11, 2014, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Doris was born January 4, 1922, in Coleta, IL, the daughter of Andrew and Ethel (Seidel) Teachout. She married Charles White on April 23, 1960. He preceded her in

June 7 Morrison Farmers’ Market

Featured guitarist Jim Seeley of Tampico, IL, serenaded vendors and visitors at “The Best Little Farmers’ Market in Northwestern Illinois,” on Saturday, June 7, 2014.  His instrumentals emitted a special joy, because he played a sweet, new acquisition.  He holds the late Eddie Loy’s Gibson 1S75D guitar.  He explained that

Thecity1.com is Closed June 10 and 11

The office of thecity1.com will be closed Tuesday, June 10, and Wednesday, June 11, 2014.  Kindly submit press releases by sliding a copy under the office door.  Emails will be addressed offsite or contact the Editor at 815-772-3144.

Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour June 12

Editor’s note:  This event was posted in the Tuesday, June 10, 2014, Quad-City Times, but it is not too late for viewers to attend. From noon to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 12, 2014, more than 3000 hot rods and high performance vehicles will be free for the oohing and

Hearing Aid Service and Free Hearing Tests

Do you use a Miracle-Ear product to enhance your hearing ability?  Current clients can have their apparatus serviced by a Miracle-Ear technician in the office of Dr. Bradley R. Yaklich, Vision Source, 626 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.  Schedule an appointment for servicing by calling 800-373-7104.  In addition to servicing hearing

2014 Youth Golf Clinic

Cross Creek Golf Course, 15523 Henry Road, Morrison, IL, will host the 2014 Youth Golf Clinic.  All participants must be at least six years of age.  Clinic sessions are on Mondays from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. and run June 23, through July 21, 2014.  The cost of instruction is $40

MJHS 4th Quarter Honor Roll

Following are the Morrison, IL, Junior High School scholars who achieved Honor Roll status during the 4th quarter of the 2013-1014 school year. 6th Grade High Honors – Zailey Greeno, Gracen Harmon, Lindsey Houldson, Grace Steines, Taylor Stratton, Hannah Stralow, Nathan Mickley, Jonah Smallins, Hannah Wallander, Nicholas Allen, Jade Stock.

TRAC North All-Conference Softball Team

On Wednesday, May 28, 2014, the following girls were selected by a vote of conference coaches for TRAC North All-Conference Softball team.  Athletes listed here are from only Erie-Prophetstown (E-P), Fulton, and Morrison, IL, schools.  Final team standings appear at the end.

MCH Doctors Are at Your Service

On Saturday, June 7, 2014, Morrison Community Hospital Medical Director Duncan Dinkha, MD, was feted with a surprise cake, in honor of his 52nd birthday.  He is seated on a bench with hospital CEO Pam Pfister on his right and hosts Peggy and Don Beswick on his left.  Gathered around

Charles “Verne” Langley (1934 – 2014)

Charles “Verne” Langley, age 80 of Sterling, IL, died Monday, June 9, 2014, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. Verne was born April 15, 1934, in Chadwick, the son of Charles J. and Lillian (Heide) Langley. He married Lois LeFevre on August 1, 1953, in Dixon, IL. She proceeded in

Emmanuel Reformed Cars and Mission Group

Light rain put a damper on the third annual Emmanuel Reformed Church Car Show held at 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, June 7, 2014.  Exhibitors had prepared their treasured vehicles, and they shone under the overcast sky, before getting a second rinse from Mother Nature. As judging

TRAC North All-Conference Baseball Team

On Wednesday, May 28, 2014, the following boys and coaches were selected by a vote of conference coaches for TRAC North All-Conference Baseball team.  Athletes listed here are from only Erie-Prophetstown (E-P), Fulton, and Morrison, IL, schools.  Final team standings appear at the end.

Garage Sale at 300 Sycamore Street

Isabelle, age 11, left, and Paisley, 6, enjoyed playing with some of the toys that were a large part of the inventory at this Morrison, IL, garage sale.  It was held at the home of Jamie and Angie Schroeder on Friday, June 6, and Saturday, June 7, 2014.  Schroeder rests