Two weeks have passed since arrival for the response to Hurricane Laura, in Louisiana. I moved from the hangar shelter at the Baton Rouge airport to a Baptist Church Camp which is near to Lake Charles, our damage assessment target. It is a welcome change to avoid a long daily
On Wednesday night, August 26, 2020, over 170 film fans converged on the Midway Drive-In Theatre in Sterling, IL, for the First Annual Northwest Illinois Film Festival. Most came from the Northwest Illinois region, with some from Chicagoland, and one who flew in from Los Angeles, CA. According to the
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, September 4, 2020. Arrests: On Wednesday, September 9, 2020, Morrison Police arrested Heidi D. Wolber, age 36 of Morrison, IL, pursuant to an Order of Commitment-Rule to Show Cause issued by Whiteside County. Wolber
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison IL, will host a free, community, Drive-Up Meal on Thursday, September 10, 2020, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Meals of a pulled pork sandwich, coleslaw, chips, and cookies will be hand-delivered to cars in front of the church. Volunteers ask that diners remain
Editor’s note: This earlier press release was submitted by Scholastic Bowl Coach Brian Bartoz. “Scholastic Bowl runs on Morrison Mustang intellectual horsepower,” Bartoz said. “The more brain power we can harness, the greater our chances of success.” Morrison High School’s Scholastic Bowl team delivered one of its strongest performances in
Sheriffs of Illinois PAC announced its “Sheriffs’ Star” legislative endorsement for the 101st General Assembly, and among the honorees is State Representative Tony McCombie, 71st District State Representative. The Sheriffs of Illinois PAC is a bipartisan and voluntary political fund. This program offers support to politicians who stand up for
On Friday, June 19, 2020, an anonymous benefactor began to promote The Loft on Main and local businesses. This person provided The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, with $10 gift certificates, to be used at select businesses. Certificates are given to anyone who purchases more than
On Wednesday, September 9, 2020, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos announced a total of $2,508,685 in Federal funding in direct response to the passage of the bipartisan Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Pekin, Peoria, the Quad Cities, and Rockford will receive support. This funding comes from the Department of Housing
U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds farmers and ranchers that the deadline to apply for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) is Friday, September 11, 2020. This program provides direct relief to producers who faced price declines and additional marketing costs, due to COVID-19. Over
It is more important than ever to have a quick, secure way to get important business done with your local United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) team. That is why the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has partnered with the Farm Service Agency (FSA) to deliver Box and OneSpan. These
In consideration of the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, in 2020 the Upper Mississippi River Refuge will issue Special Use Permits and trap tags remotely only. No Special Use Permits or trap tags will be issued in person at Refuge offices. All permits will be issued through the mail. Special Use Permit
In appreciation for their efforts in creating the best customer service for their customers and our community, the Morrison Chamber of Commerce proudly recognizes and congratulates Community State Bank, as the recipient of the August 27, 2020, Because Nice Matters Award. We sincerely appreciate your generosity and hospitality during the
On Friday, June 19, 2020, an anonymous benefactor began to promote The Loft on Main and local businesses. This person provided The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, with $10 gift certificates, to be used at select businesses. Certificates are given to anyone who purchases more than
Editor’s note: Thecity1.com‘s new Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey updated his late-July 2020 feature about Harbor Crest Home in Fulton, IL. His photo was taken on Saturday, September 5, “just as the bus was leaving, to transfer the final residents to Savanna,” he stated. Click here to read the Harbor Crest
Jim Stepp sent this spring 2018 photograph to thecity1.com. City of Morrison Parks and Rec Director Katie Selburg submitted this report. Parks Donations – This summer, we have had two trees donated and planted in Kelly Park. Two individuals are interested in donating memorial benches, one in Kelly Park and