“Mike Green loved Morrison, Morrison athletics, and–most of all–the athletes that participated in games that he could only watch,” Jerry Lindsey, Morrison, IL, stated on the afternoon of Green’s passing, Tuesday, April 1, 2014. “He kept the official scorebook for Morrison High School for almost 30 years. He was the
Odell Public Library Friends invites you to a day in Chicago to see Brigadoon, a classic American musical, on Saturday, July 19, 2014. Tickets are available at Odell Public Library but are limited. The event’s cost is $85 which includes: the matinee ticket, bus transportation and time in the Loop
On March 25, 2014, Dr. G. Tanner Girard of Morrison, IL, was awarded The Ted Erickson Distinguished Environmental Professional Award by the Industrial, Water, Waste and Sewage Group (IWWSG). The IWWSG consists of members who are plant managers, engineers, waste water treatment experts, government officials, consultants, environmental service companies and
The Morrison Schools Foundation is proud to announce the first group of teachers to each receive mini-grants of up to $250. The MSF Classroom Mini-Grant program funds teacher requests for special teaching tools and/or curriculum tools, to enhance student classroom achievement. Classroom supplements bought with mini-grant monies are tied to
The majesty of the human voice was powerfully evident Sunday afternoon, March 23, 2014, as Kathy Janicek took 26 of her 30 vocalists through their paces. Janicek is Choir Director at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Morrison, IL. Sixteen female and ten male voices filled the lofty sanctuary of St. Peter
The Illinois Sheriffs’ Association (ISA) is extremely proud to once again be named as a principal sponsor for the annual Cebrin Goodman Institute on Substance Abuse (formerly Illinois Teen Institute.) The ISA will be awarding scholarships to cover the cost for students to attend this exceptional, award-winning program. CGTI is
On August 21, 2013, Wright Thompson published this insightful article about Dan Gable in ESPN The Magazine. It gives a raw and deeply human picture of a man known around the world for his wins on the wrestling mat. The title Thomson chose is apropos of the private side of
Sports figures are too easily called “legends.” Their records of exceptional performance are too short to deserve the title. They usually leave the sport with little influence on it, beyond individual data and deeds. Rarely do athletes devote their post career to transferring their skills across a wide younger audience.
Unity Christian School will hold it 26th Annual Auction on Saturday, March 22, 2014, at Unity Christian High School, 711 10th Street, Fulton, IL. The Silent Auction begins at 9:00 a.m. At 10:00 the Live Auction commences and continues until all items are sold. On Friday March 21, take a
Ned J. Nesti, Jr. submitted this press release. The Odell Pubic Library Friends is sponsoring a day trip to a matinee performance of the classic Lerner and Loewe musical, “Brigadoon,” at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago, IL, on Saturday, July, 19, 2014. Friends of the Odell Public Library was able
It’s back! The Mustangs of yesteryear are teaming up once again with Alumni Football USA, as a fundraiser for the Morrison Football Program. This year, the Mustang Alums will be dusting of their wooden cleats to play against their familiar foes from Fulton, IL. Pictured are the players from 2013.
In the Fall of 2012, Father Gary Lawler of St. Anne Episcopal Church took a six-week sabbatical to study in Jerusalem. During his studies, Father Lawler traveled to many of the major historical and religious sites in Israel, Jordan, and Turkey. A slide presentation called “Holy Land–Holy Sites” will be
“The Queen” comes calling at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, March 20, 2014. The Oscar winning actress Helen Mirren portrays Queen Elizabeth II of England, in a masterful performance of suggestion, implication, and understatement. The film begins at 2:00 p.m. in the library’s Program
Incomparable athlete Dan Gable will speak at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, March 29, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. Advanced tickets can be purchased at the Morrison High School wrestlers the High School office staff thecity1.com office, 218 W. Main Street,
Registration is now open for five Morrison Youth Baseball and Softball divisions. After this long winter, we want to see as many kids as possible running around those bases! Even if your child hasn’t participated in the past or is uncertain, bring him or her to the tryouts, to meet