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Painting Restored for Odell
Bella Duncan Signs
TSC Soft Opening November 30
 
Painting Restored for Odell
Bella Duncan Signs
TSC Soft Opening November 30
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November 21 Third Thursday

"  The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will host “Third Thursday,” on November 21, 2024, (before the gallery doors open) from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m.  Male and female community members are invited to relax in conversation.  Enjoy free complimentary home baked goods and beverages. Third Thursday"

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Klosterman Painting Refreshed and Reinstalled

"Editor’s note:  This charming painting has hung on the Odell Public Library Program Room’s east wall for ten years.  An installation celebration was held Saturday, November 16, 2024,  at 3:30 p.m.  After restoration and reframing, it now rests on the west wall, to avoid the sun’s rays. “It’s in the"

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Duncan to Play Softball at Western Michigan

"  Photos taken by MHS Athletic Director Gregg Dolan. Morrison High School Senior Bella Duncan has signed to play Division 1 Softball, at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI.  On Wednesday, November 13, 2024, her family gathered in the gym for a photograph:  left-to-right are, front row, father, Dave; Bella;"

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November 30 Food Pantry Turkey Trot

"  President Leveda Ashlin submitted this press release. Mark your calendars for the second Annual Turkey Trot to benefit Morrison Community Food Pantry, NFP.  The fundraiser will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., the Saturday after Thanksgiving.  This is a Fun Run/Walk for runners, friends, and"

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Tractor Supply Co. Soft Opening November 30

"  Editor’s note:  Be sure to request a Rain Check on special items that sell out during the Opening event.  Click here to read the Friday, August 30, 2024, interview with Mike Everly. The banner tells the tale.  Tractor Supply Co. Manager Mike Everly reported on Tuesday, November 12, 2024,"

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Entrepreneur Bader Improves Apartment Complex

"  Passersby will have noticed over the past several weeks, on the south side of  E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, various tradesmen and building improvements to an apartment complex, located between Dollar General and Morrison Community Food Pantry, NFP.  It was built in 1970. Photographed left-to-right, Wednesday, November 6, 2024, are"

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Veterans Day Recognition Assembly

"  Morrison High School American Government Teacher Brian Bartoz orchestrated a seventh, meaningful, Veterans Day Recognition Assembly, on Thursday, November 7, 2023, from 11:40 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.  Held in the auditorium, the purpose was to provide an opportunity for students and staff to recognize those who have served in"

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4th Annual MCH Christmas Tour of Homes

"  Morrison Community Hospital Foundation will host its 4th Annual Christmas Tour of Homes, on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, December 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Details can also be found on our website: https://morrisonhospital.com and click on the Foundation tab. Purchase"

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Thoughts on Poppies and Veterans Day 2024

"  Site Administrator Sue Ottens posted this essay on the Morrison Historical Society Facebook page.  It is reprinted here on Monday, November 11, 2024, by the Editor. Kindly share this information to those of all ages. “Ever wonder why Veterans Day is on the 11th and does not change [yearly? "

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Prombo Explains Prairie Garden and Greenhouse to Rotary

"  Mick Welding wrote, “Recently Rotary Club members were treated to a presentation from Tonia Prombo, who talked about the prairie garden and the new greenhouse at Morrison High School.  She noted that a grant was received for the garden.” MHS Alumni helped raise funds for the greenhouse.  As a"

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Lincoln Highway Program November 17

"  Fulton, IL, Historical Society announces its upcoming program, “The Lincoln Highway:  Its History, Impact, and Continual Interest.”  The event is Sunday, November 17, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., at the Fulton (Martin House) Museum, 707 10th Avenue.  The north door entrance is easily accessible. The Lincoln Highway Commission’s mission was"

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First Presbyterian Inside Meal November 14

"First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will host their free, Community Meal, on Thursday, November 14, 2024, in the Church Dining Room, starting at 4:30 p.m. (continuing until food runs out.) The meal features Hearty Soup.  Call 815-772-3510 or search the “firstpresmorrison” group on Facebook for more information."

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MCH Medical Staff Supported Football Squads

"  The staff at Morrison Community Hospital would like to thank our employees who strove to keep Morrison High School Football teams and fans safe and healthy, during the Fall 2024 season. Pictured left-to-right are EMS Paramedic Brooke Posateri; Team Physician Dr. Nicky Eustace; Physician Assistant Brandon Dennis; EMS Paramedic"

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Junior High Special Ed Students Receive Planning Tools

"  Morrison Junior High Special Education Teacher Sue Ligons reported, “The Special Education Department would like to thank the BiCounty Special Education Foundation for their continued support. “This year, we are excited to try these new tools to help increase Executive Functioning Skills.  These items help plan and break down"

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2024-25 Junior High School 1st Quarter Honor Roll

"  Following are students at Morrison Junior High School who earned Honor Roll Status for the 2024-25 First Quarter.  Congratulations to these scholars. 6TH GRADE 6th GRADE STRAIGHT A’s (4.000):  KAILEE BIELEMA, HAYDEN DRUIEN, CORTLAN HARMON, BUCK HILL, WYATT HINRICHSEN, COLE MILNES, CINDY PELKA, LAURYN VANDERMYDE, JEG WEETS, AILEY WRIGHT,"

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