Paint the Town 25th Anniversary T-Shirt

Paint the Town (PTT) approaches on Saturday, September 21, 2019.  Long before this enduring artistic endeavor takes place, the event committee plans a multi-tiered public event for thousands.  This year marks the 25th Silver Anniversary of the “color-full” event in Morrison, IL. The navy t-shirt design celebrates this milestone with

September 12 Ribbon Cutting for The Loft on Main

At 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 12, 2019, Morrison Chamber of Commerce held a second Ribbon Cutting ceremony for The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  This event celebrated the 501 (3c) nonprofit status of the gallery.  It has become a fully functioning business.   A Ribbon Cutting

September 6 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, September 6, 2019. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 9-08-19 Angella S. Nolan 27 Morrison, IL No Valid Registration 9-08-19 Roddy L. Tedder 37

Tribute to Veterans–Bob Brands

Mick Welding submitted this article. On Saturday, November 9, 2019, the Morrison Community Hospital Foundation will host Tribute to Veterans, our 11th Annual Gala, at the Vista Grande, 2141 16th Street NW, in Clinton, IA.  We will offer a Buffet Dinner and musical entertainment throughout the evening, by the Josh Duffee

Windsor Manor Visits The Loft on Main–Briefly

Sunday, September 8, through Saturday, September 14, 2019, is National Assisted Living Week.  The theme is “A Spark of Creativity.”  What better field trip than to The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street in downtown, Morrison, for residents of Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community, 403 Scenic Street, Morrison, IL. 

September 12 Sheriff’s Office Fatality Report

On Thursday, September 12, 2019, at 5:57 a.m., Whiteside County Deputies were dispatched to the area of Smith Road and Freeport Road, in rural Deer Grove, IL, for a single-vehicle, motorcycle traffic crash.  During the investigation Deputies were able to determine Craig Freeman 43 years old of Walnut, IL, was

September 18 Johnson Oil Celebration

Johnson Oil/Shell Expresslane will celebrate 60 years of service on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, at all of their locations. The Morrison, IL, location is 651 W. Lincolnway. Each location will be have free hot dog, chips, and pop from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We will give away a 50-inch

9/11 Memorial Service Held at MUMC

This article was written by Stephanie Vavra. To mark the 18th anniversary of terrorist attacks on the United States of America, the Reverend Father James Brzezinski, Pastor Dr. Michael Selburg, and Rev. Dr. Noah Panlilio, left-to-right, led a 9/11 community Memorial Prayer Service, on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, from 8:00 to

Patriot Day Honors September 11, 2001, Victims

By a joint resolution approved December 18, 2001, Public Law 107-89 has designated September 11 of each year as “Patriot Day,” in honor of September 11, 2001, victims. The law also directs flags be lowered to half-staff from Sunrise to Sunset, for the entire day on Wednesday, September 11, 2019.

Legionnaire Michael Allen Receives Quilt of Valor

This article was written by Stephanie Vavra. On Monday, September 9, 2019, shortly before 7:00 p.m., Michael Allen, Legionnaire of American Legion Post 328, received a handmade Quilt of Valor®, during a short presentation ceremony at the Post, 306 E. Main Street, in Morrison, IL.  Over a score of members

Embraced Ribbon Cutting

This article was written by Stephanie Vavra. Left-to-right in front are Stephanie Vavra; son Andrew Wakemam; Melissa Gabbard; mother Sandy Prescott; daughter Maya Wakeman; owner Andrea Ramirez; Hannah Roggy; Peyton Lowery; Riley Onken; Emily Roggy; Michelle Renkes; Kim Ewoldsen; Kerri Baker; Chamber Board President Kevin Schisler.  In back left-to-right are

Erie Loses an Asset with End of Rotary Club

Gary Farral submiitted this article. Monday, June 17, 2019, Erie Rotary club voted to turn in its charter, ending 73 years, eight months, and 23 days of service to Erie, IL, the State of Illinois, the United States of America, and other Nations around the world.  The major problem since

Railroad Retirees Invited to Thomson Depot Day

The Thomson Depot Museum is hosting Depot Day on Saturday, September 21, 2019.  At 9:00 a.m. docent Lewis Frosch moderates an informal discussion of railroading over the years. Railroad retirees, employees, and friends are invited to share stories of working on the railroad.  All rail lines are welcome to recall

ARC Deployment for Boyles was Cancelled

Experienced American Red Cross volunteer David Boyles of Morrison, IL, had hurriedly prepared to drive an Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV) Atlanta, GA, to await instructions.  He expected to be assigned to one of the Atlantic coast areas and assist victims in places struck by Hurricane Dorian.  He was notified on

Disney’s Newsies at TLP September 12-22

Timber Lake Playhouse presents its 7th show of the 2019 Season, “Disney’s Newsies.”  Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, “Newsies” is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience. “This is the first time TLP will