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July 03, 2025
Shaw Local

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Morris Hopsital offers breakthrough intervention for heart failure management

Morris Hopsital offers breakthrough intervention for heart failure management

Morris Hospital is providing a new procedure to improve quality of life and reduce hospitalization for people living with heart failure.

By Michael Urbanec●
July 02, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Grundy County Fair celebrates the 4th of July with fireworks, demolition derby and more

Grundy County Fair celebrates the 4th of July with fireworks, demolition derby and more

The 4th of July and the days surrounding it will once again be the busiest time of year at the Grundy County Fairgrounds, 8890 N. IL Rte 47., Morris, with the capstone being the fireworks starting at dusk on Thursday, July 3.

By Michael Urbanec●
July 02, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT

Morris City Pool reopens Tuesday

Morris City Pool reopens Tuesday

The Morris City Pool reopened on Tuesday after repairs to the pool pump.

By Michael Urbanec●
July 01, 2025 at 11:30 am CDT

Will, Grundy communities host Fourth of July fireworks and festivities

Will, Grundy communities host Fourth of July fireworks and festivities

From food trucks and live music to family-friendly festivities, here is a roundup of places to enjoy the Fourth of July across Will and Grundy counties.

By Kevin Newberry●
July 01, 2025 at 5:15 am CDT

Community Scholarships awarded at Morris State of the City

Community Scholarships awarded at Morris State of the City

Mayor Chris Brown and local Edward Jones financial representative Grant Whybark announced three recipients of the Mayor Chris Brown Community Scholarship at the State of the City on Wednesday, June 18.

By Michael Urbanec●
June 30, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Morris Hospital discontinues Level II trauma status, emergency room operations will be unaffected

Morris Hospital discontinues Level II trauma status, emergency room operations will be unaffected

Morris Hospital announced Thursday that it informed IDPH that it is discontinuing its voluntary Level II Trauma Center designation beginning Tuesday, though it said this will not change the care provided at its emergency room.

By Michael Urbanec●
June 30, 2025 at 2:00 pm CDT

Illinois police to increase safety checks for impaired driving throughout July

Illinois police to increase safety checks for impaired driving throughout July

Illinois State Police have announced an increase in traffic safety checks throughout northern Illinois counties for the month of July.

By Jessie Molloy●
June 30, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT

Annual March of Dimes rummage sale fundraiser taking donations through July 30

Annual March of Dimes rummage sale fundraiser taking donations through July 30

An annual fundraiser for March of Dimes is accepting donations for its Thursday, July 31 through Saturday, Aug. 2 rummage sale.

By Michael Urbanec●
June 29, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Community Pulse: Grundy County Summer Internship Program - from intern to full-time employee

Community Pulse: Grundy County Summer Internship Program - from intern to full-time employee

Nancy Norton, the President and CEO of the Grundy Economic Development Council, shares information on the Summer Internship Program.

By Nancy Norton, President and CEO of the Grundy County Economic Development Council●
June 29, 2025 at 5:15 am CDT

Entertainer Chris Fascione brings storytelling and laughter to Morris library on June 28

Entertainer Chris Fascione brings storytelling and laughter to Morris library on June 28

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.

By Michael Urbanec●
June 27, 2025 at 2:00 pm CDT
Morris City Pool closed for several days for repairs

Morris City Pool closed for several days for repairs

The City of Morris announced on its Facebook page Friday that the City Pool will be closed for several days for repairs to the pump system.

By Michael Urbanec●
June 27, 2025 at 11:50 am CDT
First Presbyterian Church in Morris hosts craft fair Friday, Saturday

First Presbyterian Church in Morris hosts craft fair Friday, Saturday

The First Presbyterian Church in Morris is hosting an arts and crafts fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday at 200 E. Jackson St.

By Michael Urbanec●
June 27, 2025 at 9:53 am CDT

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Morris Hopsital offers breakthrough intervention for heart failure management

Morris Hopsital offers breakthrough intervention for heart failure management


Grundy County Fair celebrates the 4th of July with fireworks, demolition derby and more

Grundy County Fair celebrates the 4th of July with fireworks, demolition derby and more


Community Pulse: Morris Community High School has several capital projects underway

Community Pulse: Morris Community High School has several capital projects underway


Moderate drought conditions exist for much of northern Illinois

Moderate drought conditions exist for much of northern Illinois


Morris City Pool reopens Tuesday

Morris City Pool reopens Tuesday


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