The Morrison Community Preschool is pleased to announce the hiring of Jen Wolf as the new Director/Teacher. Wolf is from Downers Grove, IL. While pursuing an Elementary Education degree, she completed clinical experiences in West Chicago, and Rochelle, IL. She participated in a yearlong student-teaching experience in Elburn, IL, where
Golfers, take note of these event details for the upcoming April House Advocacy Center Golf Outing. It is two weeks later than last year and will be Saturday, July 30, 2016. Tee-off is at 9:00 a.m. at Cross Creek Golf Course, 15523 Henry Road, Morrison, IL. The four-person, best-ball scramble
On Tuesday, June 21, 2016, River Cities Quilt Guild will be meeting in Fulton, IL. This evening meeting begins with a presentation by “Aunt Sewzy” and is followed by a short business meeting. A show and tell of quilt projects will take place by those members present. “Aunt Sewzy Goes
Modern-day slavery exists. How far would you walk to escape human slavery? Would your answer change if you were a child, not a capable, strong, knowledgeable adult? Teacher Barry Jurgensen is walking 500 miles across three states, to call attention to, and reduce, the vulnerability of children to human trafficking.
The City of Fulton and Awesometown Music are proud to announce Fulton’s Annual Bluegrass Festival on Saturday, June 18, 2015, from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m., at Wierenga’s Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, in Fulton, IL. Grilled sandwiches will be available for purchase. The Early American Crafters will serve water,
3 on 3 Basketball at 8:00 A.M.Horseshoe Tournament at 10:00 a.m.Farmers Rock Throwing Classic 10:30 a.m.Children’s races 2:00 P.M.Food – Refreshments all day Mark your calendars for a fun-filled holiday in Prophetstown, IL. Events will take place on Sunday, July 3, 2016. Register now for exciting family activities, and
Discover “Lyndon’s Famous, Infamous, and Colorful Characters” on Sunday, June 26, 2016, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., during the Lyndon Area Historical Society Summer Open House. The address is the former Congregational Church, 405 W. 4th Street, Lyndon. Did you know that Lyndon was twice the Whiteside County seat? Lyndon
The yoga and wellness community of the greater Quad-Cities area will create the first yoga festival on Friday, July 15, through Sunday, July 17, 2016, at the Holiday Inn Rock Island, 226 17th Street, Rock Island, IL. Tickets are $225 for a weekend pass; $200 for Saturday and Sunday; $175
Food from the grill and refreshing drinks are a great way to spend your Saturday afternoon. White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center invites anyone who wants to enjoy delicious food and fun to attend the WHOA Cookout, on Saturday, June 18, 2016, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Look for us
Bob and Nancy Shambaugh, Morrison, IL, proudly announce the graduation of their daughter, Ruthann Shambaugh, from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, IL. On Monday, May 9, 2016, she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary/Middle School Education. Shambaugh received her first Bachelor’s Degree from Northern Illinois University in 2005 and an
Tickets are on sale for Sterling Main Street’s annual 50/50 raffle. This is the 3rd year for the raffle, which kicked off sales during Main Street’s May 22nd car show. Tickets will be on sale through Saturday, July 23, 2016. The winner will be drawn that evening during Main Street
Morrison Chamber of Commerce and its sponsors offer an opportunity to declutter your living space, with the 6th annual Community Recycling Day. Rain or shine, the event is form 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at a new location: Morrison Junior High, 300 Academic Drive, Morrison, IL. Enter only from IL
The American Legion Post #328 in Morrison, IL, will perform The Ceremony for Disposal of Unserviceable Flags, pursuant to Resolution 440 of The American Legion, on Sunday, June 26, 2016, at Kiwanis Park. Kiwanis Park is on Norrish Road between Orange Street and Genesee Street, northwest of Grove Hill Cemetery.
When I was a youngster, my family often took a Sunday drive for entertainment. Leaving Des Moines, IA, and driving “out to the country” offered new vistas and summer breezes with the windows down. Sometimes my siblings and I would sing or play “I Spy.” Not much ever happened along
Cornerstone Family Dentistry, 521 W. Wall Street, Morrison, IL, will host a One Year Anniversary celebration and Patient Appreciation Day, on Friday, June 24, 2016. Patients and the general public are invited to celebrate with Dr. Mindy (Melinda) Hochgesang; her brother, Dr. Craig Peterson; their staff. From 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.,