There still is time to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus. They will be taking requests this Saturday, December 21, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Santa House at 223 W. Main Street, downtown Morrison, IL.
“Oh, the weather outside [was] frightful” during the Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 7, 2013. If you did not venture into the cold, you can watch the parade in this nine-minute video, compliments of thecity1.com. Appreciation goes to the City of Morrison for the loan of video equipment
Nancy Gravert, Morrison, IL, submittted the following photos from the Friday, December 6, 2013, Christmas Walk. They were taken inside Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway. Upstairs and down, the former Odell Public Library building was decorated for the Holiday season. Those determined to enjoy the cold weather found plenty
These two youngsters will celebrate their second Christmas one month after their first birthday. Pictured are Cody, left, and Luke, sons of Todd and Sarah Gravert. The siblings celebrated their first birthday on Monday, November 25, 2013. The twins joined the family with big brothers Ty and Ben, who have
These two youngsters will celebrate their second Christmas one month after their first birthday. Pictured are Cody, left, and Luke, sons of Todd and Sarah Gravert. The siblings celebrated their first birthday on Monday, November 25, 2013. The twins joined the family with big brothers Ty and Ben, who have
The Holiday season is a time to decorate one’s domicle and invite family and/or friends to visit. Imagine the anticipation and preparation to greet scores of visitors to 20 new, Assisted Living residences–units–within three recently-opened areas at Resthave Retirement & Nursing Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL. The facility reached
The Knights of Columbus Council of the St. Mary Parish in Morrison, IL, recently awarded a check for over $1700 to the White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA.) This represents the proceeds of the Knights’ Annual Tootsie Roll Fund Raising Drive. Kylie Vanderleest, Executive Director, of White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian
The Morrison Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Cory McCoy, a swing manager at McDonald’s, 604 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, the recipient of the “Because Nice Matters” Customer Service Award for the month of November 2013. Cory was nominated for his positive and welcoming attitude, while always caring
Celebrate the 2013 Christmas season at any of the following 15 Morrison, IL, churches. *Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, will hold two candlelit services on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24, at 5:00 and 11:00 p.m. The later service offers songs by the choir. *Brethren in Christ Church, 209
The 9th Annual Illuminated Christmas Run was held Friday, December 6, 2013, in downtown Fulton, IL. The run/walk is two miles long. There were 171 registered runners and walkers. The fastest times in each age category follow. Overall Male Winner: Jerry Lack, East Moline, IL–11:52–Age Category 50-59 yearsOverall Female
Dear Editor: Unfortunately, Morrison has suffered a number of issues with our water supply system. While I am sure none of us who have been directly affected by the troubles is particularly thrilled with what has beset us, we offer our sincerest compliments and appreciation to the Director of Public
Morrison Rotary welcomed to their Wednesday, November 20, 2013, meeting Daniel Humphrey, son of Kent and Audrey Humphrey, and Liz Buckwalter, daughter of Mike and Colleen Buckwalter. Daniel is a member of the Scholastic Bowl Team. He helps Morrison United Methodist Church with fundraisers and enjoys reading and making short
At the Wednesday, October 23, 2013, meeting Rotarians met the October Students of the Month, Cory Brown and Brandi Hosford. Brown is the son of Betty Spangler. He is active in Student Council. He helps in the community at the Morrison Friends Food Pantry and hands out summer free lunches.
Who knew the opportunity to create unique, miniature Christmas trees would be so popular with 46 area designers? Morrison Chamber of Commerce Board members hoped it would capture both the interest of holiday artists and lovers of Christmas decor. Add to the event those who wished to support the Chamber
Farmers National Bank, 1100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will hold its 2013 Holiday Open House over two days during regular banking hours: Friday, December 13, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, December 14, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. In support of “Banking on a Cure” Relay for Life Team,