Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, will begin its fall agenda of the Life-Long Learning series. On Monday August 24, 2015, Rosemary Hinkley of Freeport, IL, will share her experiences of Preparing to Be a Survivor After the Death of a Loved One. This is a program
Lisa Zaagman of Morrison, IL, was the lucky winner of a Fitbit, given away at the Annual Evening Farmers’ Market and Taste of Morrison, Wednesday, on July 29, 2015. The Fitbit was donated by Friends of the Parks Foundation and an anonymous donor.
Mary Ellen Brackemyer submitted this article with photos by Steve Siefken. Morrison’s Heritage Museum showcases several locally-manufactured items at 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. One extensive collection includes various Rich Toy Company items–from doll houses and skis, to bowling pins and a sailboat. Recently, ten Rich family members visited the
Armed with GPS units, teams, will “race” by attempting to complete a series of challenges, located on the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge. Teams will be given a set of coordinates for a specific location, which they will find using a handheld GPS unit. Once at that
The Village of Thomson, IL, has been celebrating its Sesquicentennial anniversay since January 2105–and continues to do so into the fall. Golf outing .
Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./Morrison ARC Blood Drive Coordinator, submitted th is report. The fourth American Red Cross Blood Drive of 2015 took place on Thursday, July 16, at Morrison United Methodist Church’s Heritage Hall, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The weather was wonderful, with 74 to 77° on the City
At the Wednesday, July 29, 2015, Annual Evening Farmers’ Market and Taste of Morrison, Morrison, IL, resident Josh Coyle rode away with a new bicycle, compliments of Friends of the Parks and an anonymous donor.
The 145th Annual Whiteside County Fair opens the morning of Tuesday, August 18, and runs through the Saturday, August 22, 2015, grand finale. Wilson Family Rides will provide midway entertainment to delight fair-goers. Mega Pass is back this year, and it can be purchased for $45 Monday, August 10
Antique tractor buffs will have a heyday at this year’s 145th Annual Whiteside County Fair, which runs Tuesday, August 18, through Saturday, August 22, 2015. Display your Antique Tractor at this year’s fair. Each participant will receive a 145th Whiteside County Fair plaque to display on their antique tractor. Exhibitor’s
Whiteside County Fair Secretary Mary Beth Dombroski announced the Fair Office will be open for business prior to the 145th annual Whiteside County Fair, which kicks off Tuesday, August 18, 2015. The Fair Office is located near the grandstand at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, in Morrison, IL. It will open from
The Resthave Board and Staff joyfully invites the community to our Open House celebrating the completion of a three-year construction and remodeling project, at a reception on Friday, August 7, 2015, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. We are proud to present our “new” building and will give enlightening tours, answer
Resthave Retirement and Nursing Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, has undergone tremendous changes and growth! For three years there has been both remodeling and new construction. It is with great pride and joy that Resthave opens its doors to the public. The Board of Directors, Executive Director Tami Tegeler,
Jill Beswick is shown tending her mother’s hair prior to an Open House, on Wednesday, January 21, 2015, showcasing her public salon, “Youthful U.” The salon name was previously used by family friend Kathy Kimmer, of Clinton, IA, during the 1980’s and 1990’s. She died 15 years ago. Beswick asked
Plan to atttend the first Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 1, 2015. This free family event will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. It will be held rain or shine, under cover in the Blue Building at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, Morrison, IL. All attending the Back
The American Legion Department of Illinois selected 1st Assistant Chief Joe R. Bielema, from the Morrison, IL, Fire Department, as the Firefighter of the Year for the State of Illinois. The honor was received in Springfield, IL, on Friday, July 10, 2015 during the Department of Illinois Convention. Department Commander