Three outstanding women leaders from Morrison, IL, were regognized on Thursday, April 10, 2014, as part of the 32nd annual Women of Achievement Luncheon, hosted by YWCA of the Sauk Valley. They are shown left-to-right. Dr. Suellen Girard (Morrison Community Unit School District #6 Superintendent of Schools) was one
Wanda L. Francis, age 68 of Lyndon, IL, died Wednesday, April 9, 2014, at her home. Wanda was born on January 31, 1946, in Sterling, IL, to Lyle S. and Grace (Wuebben) Finley. She married Arman D. Francis on November 21, 1964, in Sterling. He preceded her in death on
Seahorse Swim Team tryouts are Wednesday, April 16, 2014, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. or Thursday, April 17, from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m., at the Morrison High School pool, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. Children must be in Kindergarten or older to join the team. Permission slips will be sent
The Morrison Seahorse Swim Club Soil Sale is Saturday, April 26, 2014, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the old Farmer’s Elevator on E. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Enter from U. S. Route 30 or IL Route 78. Each 40 lb bag is $1.50. Call Andy Henson at 815-772-4130
Be a part of “The Best Little Farmers’ Market in Northwest Illinois!” The Morrison Farmer’s Market Committee invites you to participate in our annual summer Farmers’ Market as a vendor. Come be a part of a friendly, community experience while earning some extra income. Requests from organizations, entertainers, and musicians
April is a new beginning for National Honor Society, a prestigious scholarly, and service organization for high school students. The NHS Induction Ceremony welcomed 18 members to the local organization on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. There are now 30 members, as
Morrison Christian Reformed Church invites the general public to enjoy a Spring Fellowship Breakfast on Friday, April 11, 2014, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. The church is located at 300 W. South Street, Morrison, IL. There is no charge for the meal and the opportunity to “sit and visit.” It
You won’t have to travel to major cities around the world to experience Madame Tussauds Wax Museum figures. This fascinating experience can be found during Morrison’s Heritage Museum Grand Opening, Sunday, April 27, 2014. In addition, a dozen wax figures will speak to you on command! Fourth grade interpreters from
Charges below are accusations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.3/31/14 at 8:44 a.m. Klinton R. Hodge, 25, of Prophetstown, IL was arrested at Prophet Road and Lenore Street, Rock Falls, IL, for Aggravated DUI – Drugs, Aggravated Battery to Peace Officer, Reckless Driving, Obstructing Justice, Resisting Arrest,
After a recent upgrade to a new version of our content management system and a switch to a new host server, some components of thecity1.com were lost by the cyberspace wayside. The Community Calendar has been repopulated for April 2014. The full offering of Games are back.
The traditional Cross Walk on Good Friday, April 18, 2014, will begin at 3:00 p.m., instead of noon, to allow school children to attend. Participants will gather at the entrance to Resthave Retirement & Nursing Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL. Due to the construction at the site, people are
Inside McDonald’s, 606 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, children can seek plastic Easter eggs. Each contains a note to redeem a treat. The egg hunt is ongoing every day through Easter Sunday, April 20, 2014. Adults will be treated to a small coffee each day until Tuesday, April 15. The local
Today, April 7, 2014, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., McDonald’s restaurant, 606 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will hold a community “Family Fun Night” event and share 20% of the sales during this time period. The public can participate in the Morrison High School Wresting fundraiser, while enjoying a snack, beverage,
The Annual Pleasant View Nursing & Rehabilitation Easter Egg Hunt will be held at 500 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, on Wednesday, April 16, 2014. The fun begins at 4:00 p.m. Children age ten and under are invited. Different age groups will have separate “fields” to search, with eggs and
On Tuesday, May 13, 2014, Hospice of the Rock River Valley will hold its annual Memorial Service, honoring loved ones who died during the past year. The service will begin at 6:00 p.m. at New Life Lutheran Church, 702 W. Lynn Boulevard, Sterling, IL.