The Whiteside Forum will present “Think Global, Act Local: Work and the World Economy” on Friday night April 19, 2013, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Our guest speaker is Dr. Jannett Highfill, economist, editor, and poet. This event will be held in the Community Room of the Odell Public Library,
Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, welcomes visitors of all ages, as it opens for the 2013 season on Sunday, April 28. Doors open at 1:00 with a program beginning at 1:30 p.m. The program is styled after children’s “show and tell” experineces. Recent acquisitons will be presented
The day after he was elected Morrison, IL, Mayor-Elect, Tuesday, April 9, 2013, R. Everett Pannier received a pleasant phone call from Ilinois 17th District Congresswoman Cheri Bustos. She became a Legislator five months ago, and now serves on the House of Representatives Transportation Committtee. Her call-to-a-new-collegue was designed “to
If you are looking for a quick weekend lunch, check this out. On Saturday, April 6, 2013, visit Morrison Tire Center, 318 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the first Saturday sandwich sale of the new season. Choose from pork chops, brats, chips, and
Did you register for the Sullivan’s Foods “Take a Shot” Shoot Out between Wednesday, March 20, and Monday, April 1, 2013? If so, you may be selected for the “Final Four” Shoot Out on Friday, April 5, at Route 30 and Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Before Friday, names will be
There was anticipation and excitement for the youngsters ages ten and under who attended the Easter egg hunt at Pleasant View Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, 500 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, March 28, 2013. The fun began at 4:00 p.m. On the north side of the facility,
2013 Holy Week services are listed below for 15 Morrison, IL, churches. Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, offers services at 7:00 and 9:00 a.m. with Holy Communion on Sunday, March 31. A full breakfast begins at 9:00, served by the Confirmation class and Men of Bethesda men’s group.
On Good Friday, March 29, 2013, The Church of Morrison (the Laity and Clergy of the churches in Morrison) will host the annual “Cross-Walk.” This re-enactment of Christ’s fateful journey to His crucifixion will begin at noon at Resthave Retirement and Nursing Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL. There will be
Spring has just arrived, but one community event has been in the planning stage for months: the Annual Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30, 2013. Spearheaded for “about ten years” by Kiwani Ken Huizenga, the preparing of colorful plastic eggs is a monumental task. On Saturday, March 23,
New business owner Joseph Mills gathered his family and fellow financial services professionals to attend a Morrison Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Friday, March 22, 2013. His attractive office space, located at 219 E. Main Street, Suite A, Morrison, IL, is the location of First Wealth Financial Group,
The Lincoln Highway became a Brownie Girl Scout marketing location for Troop 1372, as evidenced by BayLeigh, left, and Jerrica, who did their sidewalk sign shuffle to attract cookie customers. The girls set up a table in the Frontier Communications parking lot at 124 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, on Saturday
KJ’s Bar & Grill, 115 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, hosts the Dirt Road Rockers from 9:30 p.m., Saturday, March 23, to 1:30 a.m., Sunday, March 24, 2013. The local band plays rock and country rock music.
As a family man and a resident of the City of Morrison for over 60 years, I care about what happens to our City and the people within it. I stand for strong neighborhood character, excellant services and programs, and fiscal responsibility. Throughout my years, I’ve met, listened to, and
Dear Morrison 3rd Ward Voters: My name is Curt Bender, and I am honored to be running for your representative on the Morrison City Council. I am running as 3rd Ward Alderman, because I think I can bring a different perspective to the council. I have been employed with Willett,
Hardee’s of Morrison, IL, 200 N. Base Street, will celebrate its remodel with a Grand Re-Opening featuring Customer Appreciation Specials, from Monday, March 11, through Sunday, March 17, 2013. There are no coupons required to access the special prices, but you may only purchase 10 of any item. Sausage Biscuits