CGH Medical Center and the CGH Auxiliary have teamed to present area residents with its first tree lighting ceremony. The event begins at5:30 p.m. in the hospital’s main clinic lobby, 101 E. Miller Road, Sterling, IL. The actual lighting will be at 5:45. Enjoy the LED lights along Locust and
There was a spirit of generosity and joy throughout Sullivan’s Foods, 300 N. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Saturday, November 22, 2014. Their annual Holiday Open House had much to offer customers and opportunities to share with the Morrison Friends Food Pantry. Manager Dan Baker
This Morrison, IL, first grader found the tree that matched her age on the southeast corner of IL Route 78 and U. S. Highway 30. It was installed earlier in the morning on Saturday, November 22, 2014. There are a total of six wooden trees, styled to reflect half of
Morrison firefighter Jeff Eissens, a veteran of 28 years, welcomed the public to the drive-through sandwich sale at the Morrison Fire Station, 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, November 22, 2014. Between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., firefighters sold grilled butterflied pork chops, brats, and hot dogs. Chips,
Morrison Chamber of Commerce Cash Mob members mobbed the Holesinger family at Timber Lane Christmas Tree Farm and TLC Country Store, 7250 Garden Plain Road, Fulton, IL, on Saturday, November 22, 2014. Moms, daughters, and a granddaughter were on hand to deliver an economic impact. In the front row, left-to-right,
Family Chef, 701 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, is the venue for a free pancake breakfast, with coffee or tea, to benefit Robert Fulton of Morrison. The meal is Monday, November 24, 2014, from 7:00 to 11:00 a.m. All donations will go toward his medical expenses. Fulton is a 40-year resident
During this holiday season area residents, returning family members, and visitors will have a Mt. Pleasant surprise as they approach the Whiteside County covered bridge, near the intersection of Crosby and Norrish Roads, just outside Morrison, IL. They will find an extra incentive to take a photograph because of lighted
Pictured is Morrison Community Hospital Rehabilitation Director Peter Beccera, left, who was pleased to receive recent donations from Karen Price, President of our MCH Auxiliary. The Auxiliary purchased printers and new furniture, to allow the Rehab Department to better serve their patients. These funds were made possible through ongoing MCH
Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White is encouraging families in Illinois to read together this Thursday, November 20th for annual Family Reading Night. This year’s theme is “Reading Rocks!” Thousands of colorful posters and bookmarks have been distributed by the Illinois State Library’s Illinois Center for the Book
Hair Headquarters, 200 N. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, was an apropos location for presentation of a matching donation to the Cut-a-Thon benefit for Tom Vogel. The fundraiser was organized by shop owner Charla Olson. Shelley Tiesman organized an accompanying Bake Sale, which brought in over $3000. The successful event was
Hair Headquarters, 200 N. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, was an apropos location for presentation of a matching donation to the Cut-a-Thon benefit for Tom Vogel. The fundraiser was organized by shop owner Charla Olson. Shelley Tiesman organized an accompanying Bake Sale, which brought in over $3000. The successful event was
Looking for some fun on Friday evening, November 28, 2014? Come join us for a delicious potluck supper and meet our guests, who are visiting Morrison, IL, over the weekend. The International Thanksgiving Fellowship Weekend program has been a part of Morrison’s Thanksgiving tradition since the 1960’s. This is a
Morrison Chamber of Commerce Board members want you to join them in a Morrison Cash Mob, for the upcoming hit on Saturday, November 22, 2014. Show up at headquarters–the Chamber office–221 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, at 1:00 p.m., to find out which unsuspecting business will be mobbed. Dark glasses
As people prepare to exchange gifts during the holidays, consider the ultimate gift–life. By donating a pint of your healthy blood, you make it possible to save the lives of up to three people. The donation process takes about an hour, start-to-finish, which equates to 20 minutes of your time
Members of First Presbyterian Church of Morrison will serve a free Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings on Thursday, November 20, 2014, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Please note the date and time change. All are welcome to enjoy a hearty, well-balanced meal and socializing. The church is located