Stories about Morris, Illinois
Instead of closing, Critical Grind in Shorewood will expand its offerings in 2025.
Operation St. Nick broke records with its annual auction this year, raising $236,000 thanks to high bids and both $50,000 and $20,000 donations from anonymous donors.
The Grundy County Sheriff's Office and the Illinois Department of Transportation have partners for the "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" and "Drive High, get a DUI" enforcement campaign that runs through Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025.
The new Morris Hospital YMCA is officially open, and Executive Director Jamie Heitman led a tour Thursday showing off the new workout spaces, swimming pool, activity centers and more.
Morris Herald-News teams up with United Way of Grundy County to make it easy to brighten the lives of children, senior citizens and neighbors this holiday season.
Procter & Gamble's Greater Chicago Fulfillment Center in Morris partnered with the United Way of Grundy County to hold a toy drive, giving employees the chance to donate new toys for local children.
Procter & Gamble’s Greater Chicago Fulfillment Center in Morris and the United Way of Grundy County partnered to collect holiday cards for local veterans, distributing them through the Grundy County Veterans Assistance Commission.
Here's a listing of some local retailers in northern Illinois that offer one-of-a-kind shopping experiences.
The City of Morris is hosting a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3 at City Hall, 700 N. Division St.
The Morris City Council approved a business permit for a Popeyes to open at 1839 N. Division St. on Monday, and the business opens officially on Wednesday.
Santa was a popular guy during his visit to First Christian Church, 455 W. Southmor Rd., this weekend: He said there was a line of people waiting outside when he got there.
Grundy County Coroner John Callahan is investigating an incident where Deborah Floyd, 70, Morris, was struck by a vehicle while crossing Division Street south of Waverly on foot.
Coal City United Methodist Church is hosting a soup supper from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 at 6805 E. McArdle Road.
Coal City United Methodist Church has announced several Christmas events, including a Blue Christmas concert, it's holiday services, and family oriented church services.
Santa Claus will be in Grundy County from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday at First Christian Church, 455 W. Southmor Rd., Morris.
A network of agencies is making services available to the more than 7,500 senior citizens who reside in Grundy County. A new transportation service has been launched for eligible seniors.
The First Presbyterian Church's choir and musicians will perform "Handel's Messiah" at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15 at 200 E. Jackson St. in Morris.
Operation St. Nick's annual auction returns this Sunday morning, supporting its annual mission to provide aid to families in need during the holiday season.
R-Place Family Eatery in Morris is closing this week.
3 French Hens Country Market won't just be sticking to the side streets and parking lots starting at 9 a.m. for Morris Winterfest on Sunday, Dec. 15: It'll be taking over Liberty Street.
The Pop-Up Players, a nonprofit theater troupe, in conjunction with The Ottawa Masonic Occidental Lodge 40, announced three performances of a staged radio play presentation, “On The Air With - It’s A Wonderful Life.”
When the temperatures drop and the snow starts to fall, it’s the perfect time to indulge in a relaxing indoor activity.
The Morris Walmart had a heavy presence of police, firefighters, and paramdedics Saturday morning as they took local children through the store to do some Christmas shopping.
Devan Gagliardo, the Program Director for the Community Foundation of Grundy County, shares information on how those who need help this holiday season can get it.
Grundy Bank's annual coat drive brought in over 400 winter coats and over 100 scarves, hats, gloves and boots that will benefit families in Grundy and Southern Will counties, helping them stay warm.
The Morris Retail Association is hosting its annual Midnight in Morris event, where shops will stay open from 4 p.m. to midnight on Friday all throughout Downtown Morris.
Village Christian Church in Minooka will be hosting Winter Wonderland, an event to curb the post-Christmas winter blues at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24.
The Morris Walmart at 333 E. US Route 6 will have a great presence of police, firefighters, and paramedics on Saturday morning, but they'll be there shopping instead of working: Grundy County Heroes and Helpers is hosting its annual Shop with a Local Hero event.
The Grundy County Chamber of Commerce was recognized Nov. 15 by the Illinois Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives during its annual conference as the Outstanding Chamber of the Year.
The Grundy County Land Use Department is hosting its annual Gently Used Toy Drive running through Friday, Dec. 13.
The Illinois Bankers Association recognized Grundy Bank Vice President Ashley Speed and Marking and Sales Director Christine Mendez for their contributions and dedication to excellence in the banking industry.
The Grundy County Chamber of Commerce and Industry's annual EMPOWER: An Inspirational Women's Event returned Thursday, Nov. 7, and was attended by 140 women.
It might be the Halloween season, but some people in Grundy County are looking ahead to the Christmas season.
The New Hope Presbyterian Church in Coal City and the Church of Hope in Gardner is hosting a special Blue Christmas service at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1 at 80 Garfield St., Coal City.
Grundy County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Christina Van Yperen discusses all the preparations local businesses do for Christmas, and the importance of shopping local.
The First Presbyterian Church is hosting "Stable of Joy," a nativity play and free event with refreshments, children's crafts and a live nativity presentation from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8.
Grundy Bank is accepting submissions for its Lights, Camera, Save! video contest, which is organized by the American Bankers Association Foundation to encourage teens to use video to communicate the value of sound money management and set their peers on a sound financial path.
Morris residents lined Liberty St. Friday night to kick off the holiday season as Morris Home for the Holidays began, a parade of Christmas themed floats running through the downtown.
John Callahan, the Grundy County Coroner, said Friday morning that his and the La Salle County Sheriff’s office are investigating a crash on Illinois Route 170 at N. 19th Road, or that killed Daniel W. Wilson, 57, Pontiac, and his son, Drew, 24.
The chamber ensemble will present “The Works of Christmas” between Dec. 1 and 8 in four churches. The singers represent La Salle, Grundy and Livingston counties.
The Neighborhood Tourist region provides a plethora of shops and boutiques for any taste or interest. These unique shops are located in Geneva, Crystal Lake, McHenry, Oswego, Morris and Grayslake.
Grundy bank announced Thursday that it will be participating in an essay-writing scholarship competition for Illinois high school seniors.
The magic of the season begins with three days of festivities from Nov. 29 to Dec. 1.
The Festival of Trees culminates with the auction ending Saturday, Nov. 30, during Morris’ Home for the Holidays festival. The online auction will begin to close at 5 p.m. Nov. 30, with a soft close for last-minute chances to bid.
We Care of Grundy County is looking for bell ringers to participate in this year's Red Kettle Campaign after last year's campaign raised over $32,000.
Grundy Bank is holding its annual coat drive during its regular open hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Monday, Oct. 7 through Friday, Nov. 15.
More than 700 residents in need will enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal thanks to a partnership between Illinois Senate Deputy Minority Leader Sue Rezin (R-Morris), Voluntary Action Center of Northern Illinois and Meridian Health Plan of Illinois, Inc.
Jessie Fix, a registered nurse and Joliet resident, has name named Morris Hospital's Fire Starter of the Month for November.
The Grundy Economic Development Commission and the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce are seeking consultants for a broadband analysis, strategy and feasibility study as part of the Grundy County Economic Diversification and Resiliency Plan.
The Community Foundation of Grundy County announced the winners of its annual essay contest on Monday, giving six students the chance to donate to causes they care about in their own name.