December 8 Benefit for St. Jude Children’s Hospital

Those who participate in rides for St. Jude Children’s Hospital will host their annual holiday fundraiser, on Saturday, December 8, 2018, beginning at 9:00 a.m.  The venue is Morrison United Methodist Church (MUMC) Heritage Hall, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.  Due to limited space, all tickets will be sold in

November 20 or December 26 Give the Best Christmas Gift–3 Lives

The Red Cross provides about 40% of our Nation’s blood and blood components, all which come from generous volunteer donors.  Supply cannot always meet demand, because only about 10% of eligible people donate blood yearly.  Each new donor helps us meet patient needs.  Especially during the Holiday Season, blood is

31st Annual Morrison Christmas Parade and Walk

The 31st Annual Morrison Christmas event will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2018, along Downtown Main Street, Morrison, IL.  It begins at 5:00 p.m., with a tree lighting ceremony introduced by Mayor Everett Pannier and Suzie Snowflake and Jack Frost turning on hundreds of lights.  Eric Phend will lead

International Thanksgiving Fellowship Weekend in Morrison

Come join us Friday evening, November 23, 2018, for a potluck supper and meet our international college guests, who are visiting Morrison, IL, over the holiday weekend.  This is a wonderful way to meet young students from other Countries.  You do not need language lessons, a passport, or airline tickets. 

MCH Open House and Tours

The Morrison Community Hospital Board of Trustees and Administration will host a community Open House, on Sunday, December 9, 2018, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The location is 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL. The Board and Trustees will provide details about the hospital’s upcoming major expansion. Tours and

MCH Open House and Tours void

The Morrison Community Hospital Board of Trustees and Administration will host a community Open House, on Sunday, December 9, 2018, from 11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m. The location is 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL. The Board and Trustees will provide details about the hospital’s upcoming major expansion. Tours and detailed drawings

Thomson Festival of Trees Seeks Your Creative Spirit

The York Township Public Library and the Thomson Chamber of Commerce announce the annual Christmas Festival of Trees.  Neighboring community members are welcome to join in the fun. Entries are being sought from businesses; organizations; school, service, and social groups; churches; individuals. Participate in the seasonal fun by sponsoring a decorated

Woodlawn Arts Academy Nutcracker Ballet November 17-18

Almost 126 years ago on December 18, 1892, an audience in St. Petersburg, Russia, became the first to be enchanted by “The Nutcracker” ballet.  A glittering holiday party is transformed into a dreamy, wintry wonderland for a little girl.  Repeating that holiday tradition is an annual experience for millions of

First Baptist Gospel Concert November 18

The community is cordially invited to a Gospel Concert at Morrison First Baptist Church, on Sunday, November 18, 2018.   The event begins at 5:00 p.m. Morrison First Baptist Church is located at 406 Maple Street, next door to Resthave Home, Morrison, IL.

Planetarium Star Show at Odell from 5:00 to 7:00

Join the Sauk Valley Community College Future Educators Association (FEA) as they partner with Odell Public Library for Family Literacy Night, on Thursday, November 15, 2018.  From 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., FEA will present a star show in a portable planetarium.  With games, crafts, and prizes, Family Literacy Night encourages

American Red Cross Blood Drive November 16

Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, and the American Red Cross will host a blood drive, on Friday, November 16, 2018, from noon to 6:00 p.m.  Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today!  To thank each person who comes to donate, Sullivan’s Foods will reward them

Looking for Members of MHS Class of 1969

The Morrison High School Class of 1969 eagerly looks forward to its 50th Reunion, during Homecoming Weekend, October 4-through-6, 2019.  In anticipation, the Committee is looking for information for the following people we cannot seem to locate. If you can help us contact any of the following, please call Tim

2018 Veterans Day Tribute

On Sunday, November 11, 2018, The American Legion post 328 conducted the annual Veterans Day tribute, at the Veterans Memorial in Grove Hill Cemetery, E. High Street, Morrison, IL.  Ten members gathered a few minutes before 11:00 a.m. Before the ceremony, Sergeant-at-Arms Jerry Brearton instructed Legion members to space themselves

MCH Ornament

Each year many families gather together to celebrate the holidays.  Parents and grandparents have an opportunity to see children and grandchildren, who take time away from school and work to reconnect and reflect on memories from years ago.  Some families share stories about loved ones who are no longer with