This report was submitted by Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N., C.A.P.A./Morrison American Red Cross Blood Drive Coordinator. I recently received an email from the American Red Cross, stating ARC has designated our drives as being included in the “Premiere Blood Partner Program.” This means that we in Morrison have given a
Open House festivities began on Friday afternoon, February 9, 2018, filling the interior of Hair Headquarters–or HHQ, as wall signage proclaimed–prior to the Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting ceremony at 4:30 p.m. Several of the attending children spilled outside into the snow. There certainly were causes for celebration: former employee
On Friday, December, 15, 2017, Morrison Community Hospital staff were treated to a waffle breakfast, courtesy of the Dietary Department. A variety of toppings added to the goodness. “It was primarily an event so our employees [could] support United Way. We estimated that about 65 people came in the two-hour
Editor’s note: This feature article was written by Whiteside News Sentinel reporter Jennifer Sleeman. It also ran in The Prophetstown Echo on Saturday, January 20, 2018. The Editor asked Sergeant Schmidt how the men were invited to perform. “Wyatt has connections. He has filmed there several times, including ‘Chicago P.D.’ and
Two Morrison High School Seniors performed solos at Illinois Drill Team Association (IDTA) Regional in Park Ridge, IL, at Maine East High School, on Sunday, January 7, 2018. Shown left-to-right are Assistant Coach Erin Beswick, Randi Heusinkveld, and Avary Bielema. Bielema scored fifth out of eleven dancers and qualified for
Morrison Rotary Club selected Isaac Damhoff and Gillian Larson as January 2018 Students of the Month. Past President Dave Abele, right, presented the students with a certificate for their accomplishments. Isaac Damhoff is active in track, band, choir, Student Council, Key Club, Scholastic Bowl and jazz band. He loves music
At 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 23, 2018, Morrison Chamber of Commerce presented Randy Muur with the Because Nice Matters award. He owns Morrison Tire Center, 318 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Muur was nominated for helping a student in need acquire affordable tires. Others have described his acts of generosity.
Editor’s note: Troop Leader Hillary Blevins submitted this article. Morrison, IL, Girl Scout Troop 1504 hosted “Super Scouts in Action,” a Journey Badge workshop for area Junior Girl Scouts in grades 4-to-5. The five, powerful Junior Girl Scouts from the troop include, left-to-right, Annabelle B., Deeanna M., Yvette S., Maya
Some birthdays are a significant “milestone.” Such was the case as Phyllis Maxfield, Morrison, IL, reached the 95th anniversary of her birth, on Tuesday, January 16, 2018. She was born in 1923, as Phyllis Anita Hillmer, of Geneseo, IL. On Sunday afternoon, January 14, local friends and her extended family
On Saturday, December 23, 2017, Dunlap Masonic Lodge #321 of Morrison, IL, had the honor and privilege of presenting a 70-year membership pin and certificate to brother Bill Abbott. Pictured are Worshipful Master of Dunlap Lodge #321 Mark Ottens, left, and brother Abbott.
Morrison Chamber of Commerce held its Wine and Beer Tasting Networking Event and Annual Meeting, on Thursday, January 18, 2018, at Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Heavy appetizers and desserts were served during the tasting, from 5:00 to 6:15, allowing time
What’s it like to be a “Big” with Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) in Whiteside County? If you are like many people, you have heard of BBBS, but you are not sure what it means to become a “Big.” You may know that BBBS adults are mentors to area youth,
Every eight weeks, the public is invited to donate blood through American Red Cross. A pint of blood is the liquid gift of life, for up-to-three people. Donations were accepted on the first time in 2018, on Friday, January 12, from noon to 6:00 p.m., at Morrison United Methodist Church,
On Friday, December 1, 2017, Morrison-born and raised entrepreneur Marshall Smith opened Morrison Hometown Auto Repair & Quick Lube, at 611 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. It is conveniently located behind Morrison FS Fast Stop, 615 E. Lincolnway. Hours are Monday-through-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00
Rockets literally flew across the Assisted Living Lounge of Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, during the Cub Scout Space Derby! Beginning at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, December 14, 2017, 22 youngsters from Pack #328 brought their individually-designed rockets to participate in three fly-offs. In September, the Pack had