Resthave Home residents celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with a social, music, and entertainment by Linda Pasvogel and Gloria DeValle. Residents and staff wore St. Patty’s Day colored hats, beads, glasses, and bows. Green punch and cookies were served. Pictured is JoAnne Glandon wearing her St. Patrick’s Day hat.
The United Way of Whiteside County held their Annual Recognition Campaign Celebration on Wednesday, March 16, 2016, at Bethel Church in Sterling, IL. Over 150 people were on hand when Jennifer Heintzelman, left, received the Outstanding Community Service Award. She was acknowledged for Chairing the 2014 and 2015 United Way
CGH Medical Center staff members gathered to form a four-leaf clover at the CGH Medical Center Main Clinic Atrium, 101 E. Miller Road, Sterling, IL, on Thursday, March 17, 2016. Employees were encouraged to wear their CGH Shamrock t-shirt on St. Patrick’s Day. The celebration is part of an ongoing
Spring arrived on Palm Sunday, March 20, 2016, but one springtime event has been in the planning stage for months: the Annual Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 26. Look for Fire Chief Dave Benters to deliver the Easter Bunny to the park at 9:45 a.m. Egg-gathering fun–for those
Morrison Rotary welcomed March Students of the Month Emily Wallander and Korey Zigler at their Wednesday, March 16, 2016, meeting. Both students are Morrison High School Seniors. Wallender is active in Basketball and Swimming. She is a member of Emmanuel Reformed Youth Ministry. She plans to attend University of Wisconsin,
On March 15, 2016, The American Legion turned 97 years old. Morrison, IL, American Legion Post #328 celebrated The American Legion’s 97th Birthday at their monthly meeting. Photographed are the oldest members who were present: Clayton Pearson, left; Bob Brands, standing; Jim Britt, right.
Photograph by Jerry Lindsey. The Morrison Ecumenical Chorus filled the sanctuary of St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 601 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, with majestic song, on Sunday, March 13, 2016. They are shown practicing for the performance of Lent and Easter portions of G. F. Handel’s “Messiah.” Designed to
Jamie A. Rodriguez submitted this report and photographs Colton Linke (75 lbs.) and Riley Wilkens (185 lbs.) traveled to Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, with the same expectations: bring home a State Title. It’s unfortunate that wouldn’t be the case. However, the Morrison Junior High Medal Count Streak continues into
Jamie A. Rodriguez posted this report. At the Convocation Center on the Campus of Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, IESA State Championship Wrestling took to its first night, on Friday, March 11, 2016. Morrison Junior High School had two participants. In the first match of the night, Colton Linke (75
Our Rotary Students of the Month for February 2016 were Kelsey Becker and Mason Muur. Kelsey is the daughter of Nick and Steph Becker. She is involved in Student Council, serving as Secretary. She is also active with the B.L.I.N.D. program and the Key Club. In addition, Becker is on
Shortly after 9:30 a.m. on Friday, March 11, 2016, the main hall inside Morrison Junior High School, 300 Academic Drive, Morrison, IL, became filled with student well-wishers. They created a “good luck” gauntlet for two athletes to traverse: Colton Linke and Riley Wilkens. Junior High Principal Joe Robbins explained, “As
On Sunday, March 6, 2016, Girls Scouts of the USA celebrated Girl Scout Sunday across the Nation. The largest American female organization began on March 12, 1912, in Savannah, GA, at the design of Juliette Gordan Lowe. GSUSA celebrates its 103rd anniversary during the current Girl Scout Week. Some Brownie
In February 2016, your Morrison Community Hospital employees celebrated National Wear Red Day, by forming our traditional heart photo. The American Heart Association (AHA) sponsors the annual “Go Red For Women®” to raise awareness of heart disease and stroke in women. Go Red For Women encourages all women to schedule
On Tuesday, March 1, 2016, the Morrison Chamber of Commerce presented two Because Nice Matters awards. One was given to Callie Bush, Extreme Image Salon, and the other was given to Anna Ryder, oner of annabella’s. Both businesses are located at 207 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Bush and Ryder
“Bethesda Blaze” Relay for Life team will serve you breakfast at DQ Grill & Chill, 200 N. Sawyer Road, in Morrison, IL, on Saturday March 5, 2016. Hours are from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m. Gather the family or friends to share a meal that supports the fight against cancer: scrambled