The Friends of Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, welcome Sister Teresa Judge, who offers a book review of The Secret History of Jane Eyre: How Charlotte Brontë Wrote her Masterpiece. The program starts at 6:30 p.m. in the Program Room, on Monday, April 30, 2018. Sister TJ, as
Trinity Insurance + Financial Services is thrilled to announce the opening of a new, satellite office in Morrison, IL. Trinity’s headquarters is based in Dixon, IL, and led by President/Owner Brett Nicklaus, CFP®, right. Trinity also has a branch office in Rockford, IL. The Morrison office is now home to
As part of the Lifelong Learning Series, Friends of Odell Public Library presents John Park, Dietitian at CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL, on Monday, April 16, 2018. Park, through a PowerPoint presentation, will discuss healthy eating and its benefits. The program begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Program Room, 307
As part of the Lifelong Learning Series, Friends of Odell Public Library presents John Park, Dietitian at CGH on Monday, April 16, 2018. Mr. Park, through a Power Point Presentation, will discuss healthy eating and its benefits. The program begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Program Room. Mr. Park is
Blood donation is a safe and simple procedure that takes about 45 minutes to one hour . Individuals with diabetes or controlled high blood pressure may be accepted as eligible donors. Locally, Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center is the sole provider of blood and blood components to patients at hospitals
The Whiteside Forum will host guest speaker Leif Kindberg at the Community Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, in Morrison, IL, starting at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, April 26, 2018. He will address “International Development in Africa and Elsewhere: U. S. Foreign Assistance and Why It
The Morrison Emmanuel Reformed Church’s 80-voice “Voices of Praise” cordially invites the area to celebrate with them as they present EVOP’s 11th annual Spring music celebration, “Say Amen!” The concert will be presented in three performances, Friday and Sunday evenings, April 13 and 15 at 7:00 p.m., and a matinee
Editor’s note: Todd Mickley submitted this article. The Whiteside County Fair Board has been very busy preparing for an impressive line-up of entertainment at this year’s fair, and it is sure to please all who attend! The Fair opens on Tuesday, August 14, 2018, and concludes after five amazing days
Editor’s note: Joan Vander Bleek supplied photos from the 2017 Father Daughter Dance. “Under the Sea” is the theme of the 13th Father Daughter Dance, presented by the St. Mary’s Catholic Church parish. This popular family event is shared by many, during an evening of music, dancing, and memorable fun.
It’s time for Friends of the Parks Trivia Night at the Happy Joe’s Brick Block Pub! Grab your friends and compete for glory, bragging rights, and a great cause at the same time. The event is Saturday, April 21, 2018, with food, prizes, and fun benefiting the Morrison-Rockwood Recreational Trail.
Each Spring, the Odell Public Library Friends excitedly set out to improve or expand an area of the library. Last year, the community raised more than $1500 for our youngest patrons. Thanks to those generous donations, Odell added a Play Kitchen and Puppet Theater area to the library. Both are
The Kiwanis Club and Morrison High School Key Club have been hampered by snow (on egg-packing day) and rain (the morning of Saturday, March 31, 2018.) Regardless, the annual Egg Hunt took place at Kiwanis Park, in the 700 block of N. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL. There were four age
The annual Community Crosswalk took place on Good Friday, March 30, 2018, with a short service at Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, that began at 12:15 p.m. By 12:40 the procession of 40+ walkers had reached the inclined portion of the walk. They and bus passengers continued to
Trinity Insurance + Financial Services is thrilled to announce the opening of a Morrison office, at 127 E. Main Street, in Morrison, IL. Trinity’s headquarters is based in Dixon, IL and is led by President Brett Nicklaus, CFP®. In 1986, Brett started his career in the Financial Services Industry, and
The movie “Lion” is the incredible and moving true story of two profound and remarkable journeys. One took Saroo Brierley far away from home, and another brought him back. “Lion” was a 2017 Academy Award nominated film and is a heart-warming story of love and perseverance. Friends of Odell Public