Morris

CT Technologist Megan Horn has been named Morris Hospital's June Fire Starter of the Month.

The City of Morris announced Wednesday that it is moving Cadillac Groove’s performance for Concert on the Courthouse Lawn at 6:30 p.m. Thursday to the auditorium at Morris Community High School, 1000 Union St. due to the threat of storms and extreme heat.

Making an inventive variety of sourdough loaves among her creations, Alli Daugherty of Morris is known for popular breads including Classic Original Sourdough, Cheesy Jalapeño, Smoked Gouda and Everything Bagel.

Devan Gagliardo, Program Director, Community Foundation of Grundy County, shares the success of the Community Foundation's Youth Philanthropy program.

The Morris Area Public Library and the City of Morris are again teaming up to bring back Movies in the Park on Friday, June 27, Friday, July 18, Friday, Aug. 15 and Friday, Sept. 12 at Goold Park, 308 Northern Ave.

The Morris Theatre Guild will be performing "On Clover Road" at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 18 and 19 and July 25 and 26, and again for 2:30 p.m. performances on Sunday, July 20 and 27.

Apple Butter and Shugie’s has a new home in downtown Morris, where spacious new quarters offer a fresh shopping experience.

Operation St. Nick is beginning its 2025 Military Program on Monday, stretching across the month of June into the Fourth of July, and this year's program marks over $500,000 in aid given to veterans and serving military members.

The Hammers and Noters Dulcimer Society of Illinois (HANDS of Illinois) filled Goold Park on Saturday and Sunday with the soft, acoustic sounds of dulcimers and singing.

Morris Hospital’s Camp 911 kids got to see a helicopter, a SWAT van, and multiple fire trucks on Friday to give them hands-on experiences and lessons on emergency situations

The Morris Police Department introduced two new officers on Monday night, Officer Kolton Stockwell and Officer Jacob MacLean.

The Interstate 8 released its all-conference teams on Thursday for six spring sports.

40 competitors will converge upon Goold Park from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 21 for the annual Rhythm & BBQ Fest benefiting Illinois Valley Industries.

Grundy Bank's annual hot dog eating contest raised $3,100.95 in 55 minutes for nine different charities on Friday, and Officer Ryan Ties, under the moniker of "The Gobbler" took home the trophy for eating six hot dogs.

The rainy weather on Friday didn't dampen the spirits of the Morris Watercolor Guild on Friday as it hosted artist Steve Puttrich for a demonstration in the basement at First United Methodist Church, 118 Jackson St., Morris.

The Morris Area Public Library is hosting juggling storyteller Chris Fascione from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. Saturday, June 28 at the library, 604 Liberty St.

The sidewalk along the stretch where U.S. Route 6 and Illinois Route 47 merge in Morris was filled with people of all ages Saturday protesting against President Donald Trump, his administration.

Superintendent Chris Spencer from Coal City Unit 1 shares information on the work schools in his district are undergoing to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Coal City United Methodist Church at 6805 E. McArdle Road invites students entering fourth through ninth grades to attend Musical Theatre Camp, directed by Shanan D'Agostino.

The Hammers and Noters Dulcimer Society (HANDS) of Illinois returns from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 14 and 15 for its 35th annual Gebhard Woods Dulcimer Festival, featuring live performances and workshops.

Grundy Bank is hosting its annual hot dog eating contest with fundraising starting at 11 a.m. and the contest beginning at noon Friday on the Grundy County Courthouse Lawn.

The Three French Hens Country Market returns from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday in Downtown Morris, bringing vendors selling produce, plants, art, crafts, antiques, t-shirts, baked goods, and more to the parking lot behind 402 Liberty St and along Jackson St.

Downtown Morris will be the home of many, many different classic and show cars from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday night, as Morris Cruise Night hosts its first event of the season.

"No Kings" protests are set for June 14 across northern Illinois; what you need to know about the local rallies

Coal City Village Administrator Matt Fritz thanks other communities for their collaboration and aid over the years in honor of the 10th anniversary of a devastating tornado that swept through Coal City in 2015.

fForest Fest filled Goold Park on Saturday afternoon with bands like Pet Needs, Something to Do, the Boy Detective, and many acoustic performers.

Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred announced in Early May that Shoeless Joe Jackson would be one of a few players to have their lifetime ban from the game removed.

Shorewood resident Jacquie Secrest has been named Morris Hospital’s Fire Starter of the Month for her role as a Service Excellence Liaison.

Coal City United Methodist Church at 6805 E. McArdle Road is inviting all kids entering first through fifth grades to join them for "Road Trip" vacation bible school from 9 a.m. to noon on Monday, June 16 through Thursday, June 19.

The team behind the recreational cannabis dispensary hopes for a soft opening as soon as mid-June.

Morris Hospital announced Tuesday that it will hold a special Rhythm of Our Youth screening from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 12, at the Morris Hospital YMCA, 2200 W. Dupont Ave.

True North’s Building Two at 1338 Clay St. in Morris now has a second floor, and True North Celebrated with a ribbon cutting from the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce on May 15.

Morris Hospital and the Morris Hospital YMCA are launching a new exercise class for people with Parkinson's Disease called "PWR! Moves", a new class that meets from 1 p.m. to 1:50 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the YMCA, 2200 W. Dupont Ave.

fForest Fest returns from noon to 8 p.m. on Saturday at Goold Park, 308 Northern Ave., bringing with it acts like Pet Needs, the Boy Detective, and a brand new multi-stage set up.

The Grundy County Health Department announced Friday that mosquitos collected in Channahon on Monday, May 19, have tested positive for West Nile Virus.

Coal City United Methodist Church at 6805 E. McArdle Road is hosting a community blood drive with the Versiti Blood Center from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 3.

Karen Nall, the Executive Director of the United Way of Grundy County, discusses changes coming to her organization.

Morris Hospital hosted a celebratory luncheon at the Morris Country Club to celebrate and show appreciation to the hospital volunteers who have reached milestones in both volunteer hours and years of service.

Children and their families across La Salle County will receive extra groceries in part thanks to a recent grant awarded by the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation.

Morris Hospital is hosting its Stroke Support Group from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10 at the Morris Hospital YMCA, 2200 W. Dupont Ave., Morris.

Julianne Buck, the Executive Director for the Community Foundation for Grundy County, talks about a giving circle and how to start one.

Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois and AgeGuide of Northeastern Illinois held a Public Day of Advocacy Wednesday to raise awareness about the Older Americans Act as Older Americans Month comes to a close.

Sweet Tooth in Morris carries nostalgic candy, gourmet chocolate and more. Hey Sweetie in downtown Ottawa offers a variety of candies and ice cream.

The Grundy County Health Department’s third annual Senior Expo nearly drew its largest crowd ever on Wednesday, getting senior citizens from around the county together for bingo and lunch.

The City of Morris will kick off the summer at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 29 with the Wayne Messmer Combo playing on the Grundy County Courthouse lawn at 111 E. Washington St.

The John Martin Steele VFW Post 6049 hosted a Memorial Day celebration Monday on the Grundy County Courthouse Lawn, honoring deceased veterans.

Morris Hospital is opening up registration for Camp 911, which takes place from 9 a.m. to noon Friday, June 13 for children entering third, fourth or fifth grade in Fall 2025.

Matt Baker originally thought he’d be a journalist, but a love for the classrooms of his youth was always in the back of his mind, so he changed his plans at the University of Illinois.

Morris Hospital announced Wednesday that 17 of its healthcare providers have been recognized by Professional Research Consultants, Inc. for excellent quality of care.

The Grundy County Speedway is now a NASCAR Home Track, which means points earned at the Speedway go into standings for other Home Tracks across the country.