Chuck-A-Truck for Cash

Farmers National Bank, 1100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will sponsor the Chuck-A-Truck contest at the basketball games at Morrison High School on Thursday, January 14, and Tuesday, January 29, 2016. What is a Chuck-A-Truck? All school aged attendees at the basketball games may sign up to receive a miniature rubber

Volunteer Millers Music Program January 5

The Volunteer Millers at de Immigrant windmill in Fulton, IL, will kick off their programs on Tuesday, January 5, 2016, at 6:00 p.m.  The event will be held at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 10th Avenue, in downtown Fulton, across the street from the Cty’s authentic Dutch windmill.  “Floristic Diversity

32nd Annual Bald Eagle Watch

The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Mississippi River Project, U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Clinton Community College, and the Stewards of the Upper Mississippi River Refuge will host the 32nd Annual Bald Eagle Watch on Saturday, January 9, 2016.  The event will feature a live bald eagle, conservations

Straw Bears Adorn Packer Farm

James Steppe’s attention recently was caught by a pair of smiling teddy bears, seated in a field.  He submitted the photos. These gigantic “strawbearies” are located at 13557 Black Road, Fenton, IL, on the farm owned by Harold Packer, Jr. and his wife Margie.  The location is across from the

Morrison Post Office Had a Busy Month

Postmaster Bill Borum shared a summary of Christmas items that passed through his staff’s 54 hands at Morrison Post Office, 226 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  These holiday figures apply from Tuesday, December 1, through Thursday, December 24, 2015. Kudos to the 28 United States Postal Service employees.  Local clerks

2016 Resolution: Join Grand Squares Dance Club

If “have fun” and “exercise” are on your list of self-improvement goals for 2016, achieve both as a member of Morrison Grand Squares Dance Club.  Their slogan is, “Square dancing is exercise for the body and mind.”  At every appearance or demonstration, the members are always smiling.  Who wouldn’t want

Christmas Week at Donnybrook

Family, classmates, and friends of the late Jennifer Banks gathered to share remembrances of her at Donnybrook Bakery Café, 203 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, Tuesday evening, December 22, 2015.  It was an opportunity to share feelings with those touched by the tragic loss. “The Donnybrook is opening as a

Letter from Jan Bristol

To the Editor: On behalf of the Thomson Sesquicentennial Committee and the Village of Thomson, IL, I extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all the supporters of our Year to Remember.  In addition to our own community, we were cheered on by our neighbors and friends throughout the County

November ARC Blood Drive Report

Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./Morrison ARC Blood Drive Coordinator submitted this report. The last American Red Cross Blood Drive of this year was held on Thursday, November 19, 2015, at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Thank you right up front, UMC, for always graciously giving us the

Donnybrook Welcomes You to Ring Memories Bell

Even though temperatures will hover near freezing, know that cozy fires are lit at Donnybrook Bakery Café, 203 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, on Friday, December 18, and Saturday, December 19, 2015.  Warm up in the Irish pub both days from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Owner Bob Vaughn stated,

What’s New at Cornerstone Family Dentistry?

Start on the outside of the dental office, at 521 W. Wall Street, Morrison, IL.  Notice the attractive sign at the corner of W. Wall and Heaton Streets.  Enter the parking lot from Heaton Street. Inside, there are holiday decorations to appeal to both children and adults.  “May the magic

Letter from April Edwards-Eshelman

Dear Editor: At this time of year many individuals are wanting to give to various groups and help out charities. It is not always easy, for the general public to determine whether a group is established legitimately or is functioning as it was intended. According to the Illinois State Attorney

Sullivan’s Foods Awards Check to MFFP

Sullivan’s Foods, 300 N. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, is a generous, continuing supporter of the Morrison Friends Food Pantry (MFFP.)  This is most visible during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season. Store staff prepare grocery bags of staples for MFFP recipients.  Customers “buy” them for $10.  Each bag contains more

Santa Claus Comes to Town–Twice–December 22

Santa Claus will make two guest appearances in Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, December 22, 2015.  Visit either or both locations for last-minute Christmas wishes and fun. His first stop is from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at Advantage One Credit Union, 204 N. Jackson Street. Children can have a photo

Gaumer Chiropractic 1st Anniversary December 18

Gaumer Chiropractic, 125 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will celebrate its one-year anniversary of “keeping families well adjusted.”  The public is cordially invited to visit on Friday, December 18, 2015, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  Stop by for refreshments and to meet the Dr. Gaumer and his staff. Ask about