Whiteside Forum “Think Global, Act Local: Transportation”

The Whiteside Forum invites the public to its latest topical presentation, “Think Global, Act Local:  Transportation,” on Thursday, February 28, 2013, in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  The program begins at 6:30 p.m. with guest speaker Gary Meden, Deputy for Programs

Ribbon Cutting at Kreative Rentals Ltd.

The Morrison Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, February 22, 2013, at Kreative Rentals Ltd., 115 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, to recognize new owner Katie Jakubs.  She owns a “premier rental, decorating, and consulting business” for weddings, ceremonies, receptions, banquets, and other special events. Pictured

Women Connect With Practical Points

Three, dynamic guest speakers provided a unique women’s experience on Thursday, February 21, 2013.  They included, left-to-right, Mary Black, owner of SuperWash, Inc.; financial consultant Angie VanderVinne of Farmers Insurance VanderVinne Agency; Whiteside County State’s Attorney Trish Joyce. Each shared 30 minutes of “Practical Points for the Everyday Woman” at

Boy Scouts Selling First Aid Kits

Morrison, IL, Boy Scouts of Troop 96 want you to follow their motto, “Be prepared.”  To that end, they are taking orders for first aid kits until Monday, February 25, 2013. The proceeds will fund summer camp and other troop camping outings, places where first aid kits might come in

The Art of Bead Work with Marianne Biagi

Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, presents artist Marianne Biagi and “The Art of Bead Work” on Wednesday, February 20, 2013, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Program Room.  Marianne’s colorful, vibrant and unique pieces of art made from beads, material, and thread are not only beautiful

Valentine’s Day Dessert Event

Morrison United Methodist Church designed a community event at “the best place to be this Valentine’s Day,” Thursday, February 14, 2013.  The Heritage Hall, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offered a “Dessert Fantasia” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.  Three activities made it a pleasant evening.  Funds raised will support the

Gary Meden to Speak at Whiteside Forum

The Whiteside Forum presents “Think Global, Act Local:  Transportation” on Thursday, February 28, 2013, in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, at 6:30 p.m.  Guest speaker is Gary Meden, at left, Deputy for Programs and Project Management, Rock Island District, U. S.

An Evening Of Art at Odell

Editor’s note:  click here to read an interview of Marianne Biagi by the Editor, published December 23, 2010. What’s happening at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, in February?  The answer to this question is an evening with artist Marianne Biagi and “The Art of Bead Work”

Guys In Ties Delight Chamber

When was the last time you laughed so hard your face hurt?  A plethora of Chamber of Commerce members, guests, and the general public might answer, “It was Monday, February 4, 2013, following the Morrison Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner and Meeting!” The event was held at Forest Inn, 20657

Ver Beke Returns to Museum with Indian Artifacts

Discover the history and use of ancient American Indian artifacts at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, on Sunday, February 17, 2013, beginning at 1:30 p.m.  For a second time, Morrison Historical Society brings informative and entertaining presenter Allan Ver Beke, of Hillsdale, IL, to discuss one of

Dessert Fantasia February 14

Morrison United Methodist Church has designed a community event at “the best place to be this Valentine’s Day,” Thursday, February 14, 2013.  The Heritage Hall, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will offer a “Dessert Fantasia” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.  Three activities will make this an evening of sweets and

Iowa/Illinois Regional Car Show

It will be an exciting weekend at the RiverCenter, 136 E. Third Street, Davenport, IA, on Friday, February 8, through Sunday, February 10, 2013, when the Iowa/Illinois Auto Show 2013 cruises into town.  Spread over two buildings–the Great Hall/Concourse and Mississippi Hall/Atrium–there will be plenty of fun for the entire

Between Friendz Prom Dress Sale

With well-below-freezing temperatures and snow on the ground, it may be difficult to visualize high school girls in glamorous prom gowns.  However, prom season is but a few months away.  So, it is fitting that on Saturday, February 2, Between Friendz will hold its First Annual Prom Dress Sale, 12

Order Girl Scout Cookies Now

Girl Scout cookie orders will be taken through Sunday, January 27, 2013, with delivery in mid-February.  If you have not been approached by a Girl Scout call Cheryl Neumann at 815-772-3214, and your cookie order will be passed on to a local Girl Scout. Not able to, or interested in,

Don Beswick at the Whiteside Forum

The Whiteside Forum presented “Think Global, Act Local:  Agriculture” on Thursday January 24, 2013, in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  The evening began at 6:30 p.m. with guest speaker Don Beswick of Morrison.  Don is an officer at Community State Bank,