Editor’s note: Jerry Brearton, American Legion Post 328 Finance Officer and Sergeant-at-Arms, submitted this press release and photos. American Legion Post 328 in Morrison, IL, granted two, July 2018, Commander’s Awards for years of outstanding service. The prestigious awards were presented by Commander Terry Jones. Cake and ice cream
Editor’s note: Morrison Garden Club member Sharon Moore submitted this article and photos. From spring into fall, blooms are aplenty in the gardens that surround this stately home at 408 N. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL, the home of Sabrina and Todd Statzer. The Statzers and their dogs moved to Morrison
Spring Valley Reformed Church will host a blood drive on Thursday, August 9, 2018. The drive will be held in the MVRBC Donor Bus, at Spring Valley Reformed Church, located at 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. This blood drive is open to the public.
Jeff Bridges stars as Rooster Cogburn, a fearless, one-eyed, U. S. Marshall, in the 2010 film, “True Grit.” He is sought out by a 13-year-old, Mattie Ross, to track down the villain who killed her father. Together, this unlikely duo hooks up and journeys throughout Colorado to find justice. Both
“Come join us for our 5th annual Theater Arts Camp. Each day your child will be guided in warm-up acting games, dance instruction, role playing, and other theater arts, and easy crafts. A performance for family and friends will conclude the week. A small snack will be provided daily. We hope
On Thursday, July 12, 2018, Morrison Chamber of Commerce members presented the Customer Service, Because Nice Matters award to the staff at Happy Joe’s Pizza, 109 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The nominator stated it was submitted “in recognition of being very helpful during the organization of a large gathering.
Odell Public Library is excited to be a part of “Library Night” with the Clinton LumberKings. The whole community is invited to come out and enjoy a night at the ball game, while supporting your local library. The Clinton LumberKings will take on the Peoria Chiefs at 6:30 p.m., on
Two blocks of downtown Morrison, IL, became a pedestrian zone, during the Wednesday, July 25, 2018, Evening Farmers’ Market. A variety of vendors and groups filled the margains of Main Street: face painters to support a mission trip; sellers of essential oils, pillows with inspirational messages, freshly-picked onions and cucumbers, wooden
Since 1989, the Whiteside County Fair Board has honored those who have made an extra effort to support the annual Fair. They make the Fair as much fun as possible, for those who participate and attend the many shows and events. This year the Whiteside County Fair has selected the
The City of Morrison Parks and Recreation Department has scheduled the third annual Summer Extravaganza, for Saturday, July 28, 2018, from noon to 9:00 p.m., at the Morrison Sports Complex, 15201 Bishop Road, Morrison, IL. Tournaments, kid-friendly activities, concessions, and a beverage garden will again be a big part of
Timber Lake Playhouse, the professional summer theatre of Northwest Illinois, is offering a weeklong Youth Performance Workshop at the playhouse in Mount Carroll beginning Tuesday, July 24 through Saturday, July 28, 2018. The workshop is directed by TLP’s Education Director, Robert McFletcher-Jones. This performance camp with a Musical Theatre theme
The Morrison Community High School Class of 1973 has scheduled its 45th reunion for Saturday, August 18, 2018, at Morrison-Rockwood State Park’s Lakeview Pavilion. The picnic event will begin at 1:00 p.m. The class is extending an invitation to those in the classes of 1972 and 1974 to attend. To
Paint the Town is quickly approaching. This annual event stirs up different emotions and for different people. For some, it means a day of relaxing with family, while watching the kids paint. For others, it means seeing old friends. Some enjoy the music and great food. Still, for others, it
Dreading the month of February already? Wondering how bad the winter will be? The Emmanuel Church YEAH group has a solution for you. Join 31 people escaping the cold and snow of the Midwest, on a 14-day trip to the beautiful state of Hawaii. There is still room for seven
Editor’s note: City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen submitted this information. Anderson’s appointment was accepted at a Special City Council Meeting on ?, August ?, 2018. Mayor Pannier and I are pleased to announce that current City Employee Mike Anderson will be transferring into the Park and Rec Director position. Mike is