In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Thursday, March 17, 2016, several food and beverage choices will be offered in Morrison, IL, from east-to-west and north-to-south. Choose corned beef and cabbage meals, reuben sandwiches, desserts, and beverages with a nod to the Irish. Below are 19 options, several of which are
On Sunday, March 6, 2016, Girls Scouts of the USA celebrated Girl Scout Sunday across the Nation. The largest American female organization began on March 12, 1912, in Savannah, GA, at the design of Juliette Gordan Lowe. GSUSA celebrates its 103rd anniversary during the current Girl Scout Week. Some Brownie
In February 2016, your Morrison Community Hospital employees celebrated National Wear Red Day, by forming our traditional heart photo. The American Heart Association (AHA) sponsors the annual “Go Red For Women®” to raise awareness of heart disease and stroke in women. Go Red For Women encourages all women to schedule
On Tuesday, March 1, 2016, the Morrison Chamber of Commerce presented two Because Nice Matters awards. One was given to Callie Bush, Extreme Image Salon, and the other was given to Anna Ryder, oner of annabella’s. Both businesses are located at 207 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Bush and Ryder
“Bethesda Blaze” Relay for Life team will serve you breakfast at DQ Grill & Chill, 200 N. Sawyer Road, in Morrison, IL, on Saturday March 5, 2016. Hours are from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m. Gather the family or friends to share a meal that supports the fight against cancer: scrambled
The Morrison Farmers’ Market Committee is now accepting vendor applications for 2016. The committee is searching for local growers and vendors who sell products, including vegetables, fruits, meats, cheeses, flowers, herbs, preserves, and baked goods. Artisans and vendors who sell unique products are accepted, too. Opening Day is scheduled for
William J. Abate submitted this article. Steamboats made and used in Illinois are the topic of discussion at the Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society’s next meeting, Sunday, March 13, 2016. It will begin at 2:00 p.m., in CGH’s Ryberg Auditorium, located at 100 E. LeFevre, Sterling, IL. Our program will be
Barb Peterson submitted this article. Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, presents “Monastic Silence and a Visual Dialogue: Life among the Poor Clare Colettine Nuns.” This program is part of the winter life-long learning series, “Calming Your Mind,” sponsored by Odell Public Library and the Odell Public
Kim McIver, photographed below, is a Native American of the Ojibwa tribe. She will be a guest speaker at the Savanna Museum and Cultural Center, 406 Main Street, Savanna, IL, on Saturday, March 19, 2016, beginning at 2:00 p.m. McIver is a talented speaker and performer. She is a publisher
On Tuesday, March 8, 2016, “McFarland,” the moving true story of a group of Hispanic teenagers and their coach, will be the featured film, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Produced by Disney in 2015, it is an uplifting and inspirational tale of a team of
Postmaster Bill Borum wants to inform local children that, “We are going to do an Easter coloring contest beginning today[, Monday, February 29, 2016,] and ending [Saturday,]March 26. After which, a winner will be selected from the Morrison Post Office staff….[The child] will receive a $25 gift card for their
Girl Scout Cookie Weekend will be celebrated in Morrison, IL, with two cookie booths, available to the public on Sunday, February 28, 2016. The girls will be at Casey’s General Store, 602 E. Lincolnway, and Sullivan’s Foods, 300 N. Madison Street. Senior Girl Scouts in troop #5005 and Cadette Girl
Editor’s note: Joan Vander Bleek supplied these photos from the 2015 Father Daughter Dance. “Princess for a Knight” is the regal theme of the 11th Father Daughter Dance, presented by the St. Mary’s Catholic Church parish. This popular family event is shared by many, during an evening of music, dancing,
This report and photos were submitted by Morrison High School Varsity Wrestling Coach Tony Wright. For high school wrestlers the State Wrestling Tournament is the pinnacle of their prep careers. All wrestlers dream of it, some get to experience it, while others only get to spectate. Four Mustang wrestlers saw
Morrison High School Post Prom Committee is hosting a second afternoon of Bingo to raise funds for post prom activities. Join us Sunday, March 13, 2016, beginning at 1:00 p.m., in the City of Morrison Community Room, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, in Morrison, IL. Doors open