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11/02/2024

https://thecity1.com/cgh-to-hold-lung-cancer-screenings-november-7/ The screenings are for current or past smokers.

  From 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., on Saturday, November 9, 2024, CGH Medical Center, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, IL, will hold low-dose, lung cancer screenings. For those who meet the eligibility requirements, listed in the chart below, an order from their physician is required for screening. For e...

11/02/2024

https://thecity1.com/test-smoke-alarms-as-you-turn-clocks-back/ This week, on the same day, my two Carbon Monoxide Detectors began to chirp continuously. When I examined the cover and read the instructions, it said, "replace every ten years." I had written the date "Oct. 2014." Battery testing and replacement are simple, annual tasks to save a houseful of lives.

  Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 3, 2024. The American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms to make sure the devices are working, as they turn their clocks back. IF YOU NEED HELP: If you cannot afford to purchase smoke alarms, or are physically unable

10/30/2024

https://thecity1.com/where-to-celebrate-halloween-in-morrison-october-31/ Please reread this updated post, as more changes have been made to the schedule.

  The City of Morrison, IL, Trick or Treat hours will be 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Listed are 11 locations who welcome trick-or-treaters. Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office presents “Trunk or Treat” on October 31, from 5:00 to 7:00. The location is the Law Enforcement C...

10/29/2024

https://thecity1.com/mch-auxiliary-fall-book-gift-sale-november-4/ 'Tis the season to search for local holiday items or hostess gifts.

  Morrison Community Hospital Auxiliary hosts its Fall Book & Gift Sale on Monday, November 4, 2024. Merchandise will be for sale from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the Hospital Lobby. Consider this a start to holiday shopping “at great prices.”

10/28/2024

https://thecity1.com/morrison-united-methodist-church-hosts-griefshare/ If you or a loved one is coping with grief, this workshop may ease the pain during the upcoming holidays.

  As the holiday season approaches, Morrison United Methodist Church, located at 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, is offering GriefShare, a well-known Christian support group. “Navigating Grief During the Holidays” provides guidance for those coping with loss. While not specifically a Methodist...

10/28/2024

https://thecity1.com/arnie-beswick-to-be-honored-november-9/ Reserve part of Saturday afternoon, November 9, 2024, to come to a recognition tribute for our world-famous Drag Racer, Arnie "The Farmer" Beswick. The event begins at 1:30 p.m., at Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL. Park in the lot behind the Church on E. South Street and enter there; use the elevator to the upper floor if desired. Weather permitting, one or two of his dragsters will be in the lot.

  On Saturday, November 9, 2024, beginning at 1:30 p.m., Morrison Historical Society invites the public to honor its home town Drag Racing legend, Arnie Beswick. The venue is Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL. Those who own fan gear are encouraged to wear it. After the

10/27/2024

https://thecity1.com/veterans-day-recognition-assembly-november-7/ Each year Morrison veterans are honored at Morrison High School. There also is a complimentary lunch for Veterans and their guests. Veteran essays by school children will be on display near the trophy exhibits. RSVP to Educator Brian Bartoz. Kindly share this respectful and inspiring annual event with Veterans you know.

  Morrison High School will host a Veterans Day Recognition Assembly on Thursday, November 7, 2024, from 11:40 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. The assembly in the school’s auditorium will provide an opportunity for students and staff to recognize those who have served in the Armed Forces. In addition, student...

10/27/2024

https://thecity1.com/it-would-be-best-to-vote-asap/ Voting early is important and available. You also may register on voting day, Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at the County Clerk's Courthouse Office, up until a few minutes before 7:00 p.m. AND CAST YOUR VOTE ON THE SPOT.

  The official General Election Day on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, fast approaches. In advance of that day, across the United States registered Early and Absentee voters have been making their political preferences known. Those who have not returned these ballots, are encouraged to do so as soon as ...

10/27/2024

https://thecity1.com/thuse-2024-report/ There is always spirited collaboration, competition, and enTHUSEiasm before the Homecoming game.

  Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted this report and photos of a popular Homecoming Week event. Morrison High School annually sets the pre-Homecoming environment with a Thursday, October 3, night gathering, that allows students to compete in fun, competitive, events. These take place prior to...

10/24/2024

https://thecity1.com/high-school-1st-quarter-honor-roll-2024-2025/ Congratulations to these scholars.

  Morrison High School reports the 2024-2025 First Quarter Honor Roll. 4.00 AND ABOVE Class of 2025 Madilyn Armitage, Austin Boonstra, Landon Cook, Olivia Dauphin, Jett Decker, Isabella Duncan, Ilmeta Dzeladini, Allison Ferguson, Kenadi Hinrichsen, Blake Huizenga, Lacey Lancaster, Paige Leighton, I...

10/22/2024

https://thecity1.com/chamber-fall-fest-and-halloween-costume-parade/ The Chamber has a menu of activities on Saturday, October 26, 2024.

  Morrison Chamber of Commerce has constructed an afternoon of holiday fun, on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Morrison Sports Complex, 315 Bishop Road, Morrison, IL, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. There is no admission cost.

10/22/2024

https://thecity1.com/zinnens-and-brandon-to-share-their-tanzania-trip/ If Africa is on your travel "bucket list," this program will be satisfying. Bring a travel pal.

  In 2023 Morrison Adventurers, Jean and Mark Zinnen and Theresa Brandon traveled to the African Nation of Tanzania, with a Micro Group program (limited to 12 people), organized by Road Scholar. Come hear about their journey to follow what is considered to be the largest movement of wildlife on

10/22/2024

https://thecity1.com/fall-senior-athletes-recognized/ Congratulations all down the line of these Senior Athletes.

  Morrison athletes who participated in fall sports for Morrison High School in 2024 were recognized, prior to the Morrison vs Eastland-Pearl City football game, on Friday night, October 18, 2024. Athletes and accompanying family members were introduced to the crowd and assembled on the track for p...

10/22/2024

https://thecity1.com/morrison-lion-selling-holiday-hams/ The delicious Lions Club Holiday Hams may be ordered now.

  It is time to think about Thanksgiving and Christmas and a Lions Club Holiday Ham! We need to have orders for these delicious hams to our supplier, by Sunday, November 3, 2024, (for Thanksgiving delivery on Friday, November 22.) Orders for Christmas hams must be received by Sunday, December

10/22/2024

https://thecity1.com/november-2-symphony-in-sterling Clinton Orchestra Symphony number 2 on November 2, 2024.

  On Saturday, November 2, 2024, Clinton Symphony Orchestra will perform the second concert of its 71st Season, at 7:30 p.m., in Sterling High School’s Centennial Auditorium. The location is 1608 Fourth Avenue, Sterling, IL. Featured music includes Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and Basque composer Juan...

10/21/2024

https://thecity1.com/cross-country-athletes-excel-at-cross-country-meet/ Congratulations to Isaiah McDearmon and Emma Christin.

10/21/2024

https://thecity1.com/arnie-beswick-program-misses-guest-of-honor/ There will be a second opportunity to meet the hometown Drag Racing legend, on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 1:30 p.m.

  At Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, on Sunday afternoon, October 20, 2024, 25 members of Morrison Historical Society and the general public waited in anticipation for the Arnie “The Farmer” Beswick program to start. Chad Starbuck had prepared his display of a Bes...

10/20/2024

https://thecity1.com/chad-starbuck-talk-about-arnie-beswick/ Buckle your seatbelt with the Beswick family during this program by Chad Starbuck. Doors open at 1:00 p.m., with a program start at 1:30.

  Arnie Beswick will attend the multi-media program by Chad Starbuck on, Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Three of Arnie’s and Evelyn’s four daughters also will attend: Arnette Beswick, Paula Wiersema, and Michelle Beswick. Doors open a...

10/18/2024

https://thecity1.com/senior-night-recognitions-at-620-on-the-track/ Congratulations to these Mustangs

  Morrison Athletic Boosts state, “Come to E. M. “Bud” Cole Field at Morrison High School tonight, Friday, October 18, 2024, for the last Home Football game, of the regular season. The Mustangs face the Eastland-Pearl City Wildcats. “Game time is at 7:00 p.m., with Senior Night Introduction...

10/18/2024

https://thecity1.com/just-in-time-for-an-adult-halloween-treat/ This car would get you lots of attention. You could call it a Tameless Tiger like Arnie "The Farmer" Beswick's dragsters.

  This sleek, “Vivid Orange Metallic” vehicle is for sale at Kunes Auto Group of Morrison, 627 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. It is a 2024 Camero 3LT Coupe. The interior is black-on-black. Only one is available.  

10/18/2024

https://thecity1.com/third-thursday-hosts-24/ Wood artist Jeff DeGroot is flanked by wife Dee and two regular Third Thursday attendees.

  The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, welcomed 24 artists and those who appreciate art, to a Third Thursday gathering on October 17, 2024. Twenty-four people attended from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., before the doors opened for shoppers. Delicious home baked items, fruit juice, water, and