Many traditional quilt patterns have distinct names. Sometimes a quilt design carried a “secret” message–known to those skilled in interpreting it. Find out more at the Morrison Historical Society Annual Meeting, Sunday, January 19, 2014. The meeting will be held at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.
Join Morrison, IL, movie-goers at the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, on Tuesday, January 14, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. for the irrepressible, heart-warming film, “Singin’ in the Rain.” It stars Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds, and Donald O’Conner. This film, now more than 50 years old, is one of
On Monday, January 6, 2014, Chelsea Stuart submitted this dramatic example of the food chain. The action of predator and prey was captured mid-flight.Stuart wrote, “Taken Sunday, January 5, 2014, on Meadow Lane, Morrison[, IL].”
On Saturday, January 4, 2014, Wes Tharp submitted this photograph of a quartet of Canada geese skimming the Mississippi River. Tharp stated, “I saw you were looking for winter pictures….I came across this picture from late December [2013 or] early January [2014], and thought you could use it. Mike Garland
On Saturday, January 4, 2014, Mike Nice submitted this photo of someone’s tracks in the recent snow. He described it this way, “The beautiful new Morrison-Rockwood Trail next to Crosby Road with a winter decoration. It has the makings of a snowshoe or cross-country ski trail.”
Renee on the phone.
Christian and Zinnens
During the month of January 2014, VanderVinne Agency will be collecting items to re-stock the Morrison Friends Food Pantry. Items that are needed include canned and boxed non-perishables, toiletries, personal hygiene products, and monetary donations. Owner Angie VanderVinne stated, “We are so blessed to have such a well-supported food pantry
Once again, patrons of Sullivan’s Foods, 300 N. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, enthusiastically supported store promotions to aid Morrison families, from Friday, November 1, through Monday, December 23, 2013. “The store gave [customers] the opportunity. We were just the outlet,” commented Assistant Manager Jeramie Reatherford, right, on Monday, December 30.
In celebration of Yoga with Martina’s 10-year anniversary, a portion of each participant’s fall class fee went to the Morrison Friends Food Pantry. Pictured left-to-right are business owner Martina Maxfield presenting a check to Kaywyn Beswick, Director of the Morrison Friends Food Pantry. Maxfield’s yoga studio is located at the
Tuesday, January 14, 2014, marks the date of the first in a series of movies to be shown at Odell Public Library in the Program Room, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. The Library and the Whiteside Forum together have purchased a movie license. Since the Program Room has been
The Morrison Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Liz Fischbach of Baked by Liz was awarded the “Because Nice Matters” Customer Service Award for the month of December 2013. She received the award for always acknowledging and greeting each customer and making them feel special and welcome, day
The reindeer are resting for their mega-journey on Tuesday, December 24, 2013. So, Santa 1 and Santa 2 relied upon shiny, fire engine #4, a Suburban Personal Carrier (PC-1), and an additional trailer, to deliver delights to children in Morrison, IL, on Thursday, December 19. No one minded that gifts
Nathan Fellows of United Way of Whiteside County awarded both Penny Jacobs, top, of Community State Bank in Morrison, IL, and Darlene Smith of Sterling Federal Bank in Morrison with a $100 gas card, for participating in the “Lend a Helping Hand” program. Participants who lend a helping hand do
Dear Morrison, IL, Youngsters, I will visit your town for a couple hours on Saturday, December 21, 2013, before I make my big trip to your home on Christmas Eve. Come see me at Advantage One Credit Union, 204 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. We can