It was close to “standing room only” for those attending the 8:30 a.m. Veterans Day breakfast at Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community, 403 Scenic Street, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, November 11, 2017. Director of Health and Wellness Nicole Shepard estimated, ” We’re pushing 80 people here today,” who were eating
Saturday, November 11, 2017, was but two degrees above freezing–at the City of Morrison Veterans’ Park Memorial–cold enough to keep many residents inside on Veterans Day. A small gathering attended the annual American Legion ceremony, in Grove Hill Cemetery on High Street, Morrison, IL. It began about 10:55 a.m. with
The American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, November 16, 2017. The event is from noon to 6:00 p.m. Make a reservation online at redcrossblood.org or by phone at 800-733-2767. Walk-ins are always welcome.
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, will celebrate Family Reading Night on Thursday, November 16, 2017, with a variety of family-friendly crafts and activities. Families are invited to drop by the library from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., to read together, take fun family photos, design a picture frame, and build with LEGO’s.
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, will host a 2005 film on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, beginning at 2:00 p.m. “Walk the Line” tells the story of the young Johnny Cash and June Carter. The film ends with Cash giving his landmark concert at California Folsom Prison, with
The Illuminated Christmas Run/Walk has been a high point of the Annual Christmas Walk in Fulton, IL, for 12 years, and 2017 is no exception. Early registration is ongoing through Wednesday, November 22, 2017, at an early bird rate of $18. Registration continues until race day and at 5:30 p.m. at Manny’s
On Saturday, September 9, 2017, Whiteside County Sheriff Candidate Lt. John Booker repeatedly was dropped into a dunk tank, during the Taste of Fiesta event, at the Grandon Civic Center in Sterling, IL. John Booker stated, “I truly enjoyed seeing all the children smile each time I was dunked! Everyone
Come see the initial illumination of holiday lights on the exterior of CGH Medical Center and hospital and clinic, as well as the lit trees along Locust Street and E. LeFevre Road, in Sterling, IL. Ceremonial lighting will take place at 5:45 p.m., on Tuesday, November 14, 2017. This annual
Editor’s note: The location of a November 13, 2017, Pons fundraiser was incorrect in the Whiteside News Sentinel. Editor Jerry Lindsey requested this reprint. The 91st Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade will be viewed by millions on NBC, but special local attention will focus on the appearance of five Morrison High
All area residents are invited to meet Whiteside County Sheriff’s Candidate Kris Schmidt. From 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., on Sunday, November 12, 2017, visit with him at JP’S Landing, 102 N. Main Street, Albany, IL. Free chili and other soups will be available to citizens attending the event. “This is
RiverChor will begin its 14th season of operation with its Annual Fall Concert Sunday, November 12, 2017, at 2:00 p.m., at Zion Lutheran Church, 439 3rd Avenue South, in Clinton, IA. The concert is free, and the public is cordially invited. Fee-will offering plates will be provided. Local singers from
The Whiteside Forum hosts Richard Kimball on Thursday, November 16, 2017, from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m., at Odell Public Library, in the City of Morrison Community Room, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. His presentation is titled “Vote Smart, Facts Matter.” Kimball is an American politician and founder of the
On behalf of White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA), I would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the community and to everyone who supported our therapeutic riding program this past year. Your generous contributions in both time and donations continue to greatly support our efforts, in providing the best
Editor’s note: Meridith Layne supplied the photo. Morrison Chamber of Commerce presented its Because Nice Matters Award to dance instructor LeAnn Schaefer, on Monday, November 6, 2017. Schaefer is owner of LeAnn’s Dance Connection, 107 Sawyer Road, Morrison, IL. Board members gathered for the presentation at 5:00 p.m. at the
Dance instructor LeAnn Schaefer was honored on Monday, November 6, 2017, by Morrison Chamber of Commerce with the Because Nice Matters award. Shaefer is owner of LeAnn’s Dance Connection. She offers lessons in ballet tap jazz pointe hip hop tumbling. Chamber members and Board members gathered for the presentation at