Unite Work Camp is an annual event that draws young people from churches on both sides of the Mississippi River, to volunteer for three days painting houses, free of charge. This year volunteers from Morrison, Sterling, Rock Falls, Mount Carroll, Savanna, and Fulton, IL, plus Marion, Ottumwa, and Clinton, IA,
Recycle. Reuse. Rejoice. You earn double points when you repurpose an object and make it into an art object. Score triple points by placing the recycled item in a public place, for others to enjoy. Such was the case for a whimsical Friends of the Parks project, installed on Tuesday, June
Sometimes great gifts come in small packages. On Wednesday, June 7, 2017, Dr. Bradley Yaklich rode his bicycle one-handed, carrying a small box of Refresh over-the-counter, eye drops to the Morrison Fire Department Chief, Dave Benters. They met at 6:30 p.m. at the station, 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL.
Chamber Corordinator Meridith Layne submitted the article and photos after her visit to the Indigo Turtle Art booth, during Dutch Days in Fulton, IL, the first weekend of May 2017. Morrison Chamber of Commerce is happy to welcome a new Chamber member, Indigo Turtle Art. The photos will serve in lieu of
Beginning shortly after 6:30 p.m., the combined Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Girl Scout Troop #1504 and family members celebrated a Court of Awards Ceremony, on Monday, June 5, 2017. They gathered in the City of Morrison Community Room, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. The 25
Morrison Chamber of Commerce welcomed Melissa Gabbard, Independent Distributor of Young Living Essential Oils, as a new member. The Ribbon Cutting took place at the Chamber office, 221 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, June 6, 2017, at noon.
Sheriff Kelly Wilhelmi announced the Illinois Sheriffs’ Association 2017 Scholarship for Whiteside County was awarded to Emma Melton, of Morrison, IL. She is shown on Tuesday, May 16, at Morrison High School with her father, Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton, left, and Sheriff Wilhelmi. Melton received $500 for her winning
During five of the last ten years, the Morrison High School Fillies have been among the Class 2A Softball Final Four State Championship contenders. In 2007 they placed 4th; in 2008 they placed 3rd; in 2010 they placed 3rd; in 2011 they placed 1st; in 2017 they placed 3rd. Their
On Wednesday, May 31, and Thursday, June 1, 2017, the Morrison Community Hospital EMS Department sponsored a special training, to teach participants about accurate Electrocardiogram electrode placement and develop expertise on reading the results. An electrocardiogram, also called an ECG or EKG, is a simple, painless test that detects and
For the 16th year, the United Way of Whiteside County FREE summer lunch program will serve tens of thousands of take-away meals. The “Let’s Feed Our Children” program began Tuesday, May 30, 2017, across Whiteside County. Nearly 200 volunteers from local churches, other organizations, and many corporate partners will prepare
Photos supplied by Jerry Lindsey. At 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, June 1, 2017, the Morrison High School Fillies Softball team and coaching staff departed the school parking lot, supported by an enthusiastic group of well-wishers. Their destination is EastSide Centre, 1 Eastside Drive, East Peoria, IL. The young women will
To support the C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Survivors) organization, Culver’s Frozen Custard & Butterburgers held an in-store fundraiser on Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at 1907 Harley Davidson Drive, in Rock Falls, IL. Throughout the day, 10% of all sales were allocated to benefit those affected by the loss of an
Marti Wood submitted this article. The need for blood is real. Giving blood is one of the most selfless acts an individual can do. The hour it takes to give blood can mean a lifetime to a patient with a serious medical need. You could save up to three lives
Morrison Music Theater Association (MMTA) will sponsor a special benefit dinner theatre performance of “Cruise into Murder.” The original drama will be presented by the performing group “It’s a Mystery” on Friday, June 9, 2017, beginning at 6:00 p.m. The scene of the crime is the auditorium at Morrison Institute
It was another great Dutch Days and a wonderful parade, thanks to dozens of unique and classic entries. Although our judges had a tough time, they did manage to choose some category winners. We wanted to share them with you. Paula Buikema Memorial Award – Best Overall Entry: Clinton, IA,