Jerry Lindsey, Editor of the Whiteside News-Sentinel, was recently named President of Morrison Area Development Corporation (MADC.) Jerry replaces outgoing President Jeff McIlrath, who served in the position from 2008 to 2013. MADC is a non-profit, volunteer organization, established to promote and coordinate economic growth and economic development in all
Come for supper. Come for the fun. Do some early Christmas shopping. Morrison Farmers’ Market takes to Main Street, Morrison, IL, for an Evening Farmers’ Market on Wednesday, July 31, 2013. Look for your favorite vendors from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. As always, there will be produce, food, music,
One reason Morrison’s Farmers’ Market is called “The Best Little Farmers’ Market in Northwest Illinois” is that it is ever-changing. Certainly, produce and plants come and go during the growing season. So, too, do vendors or what they offer from week-to-week. Live musical entertainment may involve popular repeat performers, but
Dear Editor: Hospice of the Rock River Valley, a United Way agency, would like to acknowledge and thank everyone who organized, helped, participated, and donated to the Schreiner Golf Outing on Saturday, June 8, 2013. For the third year, HRRV was chosen as the recipient of the proceeds raised from
For the second year in a row, Morrison Rotary Club received the District 6420 Public Image Award. The award is based on a set of criteria in five areas of media: Print, Broadcast, Newsletter, Public Visibility, and Website/Social Media. There are 47 clubs in the District, and three Public Image
Make Teal Real Committee raised over $8000 at the 7th Annual Ovarian Cancer Fundraiser, with the two-night event held at Cross Creek Golf Course, 15523 Henry Road, Morrison, IL. Friday night, June 22, over 140 people attended the Midwest Dueling Pianos entertainment, which included hors d’oeurves, auction items, dessert dash,
Amanda Cook and Andrea Allen are two of the coaches of Morrison High School cheerleaders. On Saturday afternoon, July 17, 2013, Cook was coaching adults in a parking lot at Hilltop Lanes, 629 E. Lincolnway Road, Morrison, IL. Traditional songs “Loyalty” and “Hey!” helped with the timing. Left-to-right are Heather
Whiteside County supports a Wellness Program for its employees. It began just two weeks ago, in early July 2013, but already has 68 employees from the Morrison, and Sterling, IL, offices. Participant Sandy Prescott, right, explained. “The County has made part of the program–walking at lunch–flexible, so
The Miller Club at De Immigrant Windmill in Fulton, IL, had the opportunity to visit two watermills in the Midwest on Monday, July 8, 2013. The Miller Club was formed in 2010 to encourage young people to become interested in volunteering, history, science, and Fulton’s windmill area. The participants range
The Morrison High School Class of 1993 has organized the first “Strides for Students” 5K Run/Walk event to benefit the Morrison Schools Foundation. It will be held Saturday, August 10, 2013, at Morrison-Rockwood State Park, Morrison, IL. Everyone will receive refreshments, but t-shirts can be guaranteed only for those who
Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor from AD 161 to 180–the last of the “Five Good Emperors,” and is considered one of the most important Stoic philosophers. He noted, “Men exist for mutual service.” This lesson is demonstrated throughout the year by a youth group at Morrison High School: the
Eileen Detra, Main Street Director, wants neighboring communities to know 2013 family events continue in place in Prophetstown, IL. Visitors are encouraged to attend the following. Saturday, August 3, and Sunday, August 4, is the 8th Annual Pow-Wow at the Prophetstown State Park. Host drum Beenah Un Dennah (Song
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Main Street Director Eileen Detra wants the surrounding communities to know that 2013 summer events are ongoing in Prophetstown, IL. Several opportunities to enjoy family activies are listed below. Saturday, August 3, and Sunday, August 4 is the 8th Annual Pow-Wow at the Prophetstown State Park. Beenah Un Dennah
Hammer and cat’s paw in hand, respectively, Dr. Bradley R. and Elizabeth Yaklich have been hands-on participants in the renovation of their new Vision Source Morrison location at 626 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Housed at the west end is Puppy Love. For the rest of the week, they work with,