Fulton Culinary Walk Winners

The Fulton, IL, Culinary Walk–featuring caramel–which took place Thursday, September 10, 2015, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., was a great success.  Late afternoon showers cleared up, and out came the sun!  Over a couple of hours, 73 participants went to six partnering businesses. They included River Huis Traders; Susan’s Calico

Early American Crafters Honored by Fulton Chamber

The Early American Crafters are volunteers who bring to life Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL.  They come in all ages, and sometimes span three generations.  All share one passion:  to continue interpretation of the 19th century recreated village, designed and built by the late Harold Wierenga.  Harold

Knights of Columbus Donations to Local Children

The Knights of Columbus Trustees of Morrison, IL, believe “it is more blessed to give than to receive.” (Acts, 20:35)  They demonstrated this twice in one week, with donations totaling $1400, to aid Morrison Junior High Special Education students and participants of White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA.) The Knights

Morrison Pride at Advantage One Credit Union

Management and staff at Advantage One Credit Union, 204 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, showed their “Morrison Pride” on Homecoming day, Friday October 9, 2015.  They wore a variety of shirts and sweatshirts featuring team colors. CEO Tim Hichue and volunteer Don “Pood” King carried the Advantage One Credit Union

First Responders Donate to Breast Cancer

In 2014, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) celebrated its 30th anniversary. Since its inception, NBCAM has been at the forefront of promoting awareness of breast cancer issues and has evolved, along with the National dialogue on breast cancer. Today, NBCAM recognizes that although many great strides have been made

“Stop, Sip, and Shop” at the Donnybrook Saturday

Plan to “stop, sip, and shop” at Donnybrook Bakery Café on Saturday, October 10, 2015, 203 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  Shortened hours for this day are 9:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m. Whatever the temperature outdoors, enjoy a variety of hot or cold beverages: Jack-o-lantern Latte Spooky, Spicy, Dark Mocha

Tune in to Kim Ewoldsen on the Radio

Kim Ewoldsen continues her Morrison, IL, publicity messages on local radio stations this month.  She will be interviewed by Brian Zschiesche and offer listeners a question-and-answer session.  Ewoldsen is both Morrison Chamber of Commerce and Morrison Area Development Corporation Executive Director.  Topics will include Halloween and Christmas events. She announced,

Zaagmans Celebrate 72 Years of Marriage

Karla Burn, Resthave Marketing Director, sent the following announcement. Nellie and Marvin Zaagman of Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, celebrated 72 years of marriage on Monday, October 5, 2015.   “Congratulations to the happy couple.  They are an inspiration to us all!” Burn stated.

2015 Outstanding Master Gardener Awards

Carolyn Therriault, left, Lee County Master Gardener, was recognized at the 2015 IL Master Gardener Conference on Friday, September 18, 2015, in O’Fallon, IL, for Outstanding Master Gardener. She is shown with State Master Gardener Coordinator Monica David. Therriault’s love of gardening has made her a huge asset to the

Bassets and Books at Hollister Reading

Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, hosted an author reading by local author Josh Hollister with his family and their Basset Hound, Slim, on Saturday, October 3, 2015, from 1:20 to 2:45 p.m.  Hollister is a long-time resident of Morrison who currently teaches History and Special Education

Happy Birthday, Don Miller!

Donald L. Miller is a well-liked and admired Morrisonian, who has been a teacher, thespian, organist, and Odell Public Library Board member.  He continues to be an international traveler and visits England nearly every year.  On Saturday, October 3, 2015, he celebrated his 87th birthday among well-wishers at one of

Customer Service Award to Morrison Veterinary Clinic

At 4:00 p.m., two Morrison Veterinary Clinic (MVC) doctors and support staff were presented with a Morrison Chamber of Commerce “Because Nice Matters” Service Award, on Wednesday, September 30, 2015.  The clinic is located at 14993 Lyndon Road at U. S. Route 30.  Since 1942 this mixed-animal practice has served

Donnybrook Bakery Cafe to Open October 3

Are you craving a bowl of Debby Vaughn’s chili or her chicken salad sandwich on cranberry-oat bread?   She and Bob will throw open the doors to the Donnybrook Bakery Café on Saturday, October 3, 2015, from 8:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m. If possible, plan your visit around 3:00, to

Hollister Family Interests Led to First Novel

Writers of any age are encouraged to write about what they know and love.  Interests, experiences, and expertise infuse a piece of writing with depth and authenticity.  Passages and chapters are driven by a plot that is partially recalled in the author’s mind.  That becomes a basis for embellishment, imagined

Josh Hollister to Read Novel October 3

Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, will host local author Josh Hollister and his canine companion, Slim, on Saturday, October 3, 2015, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m., in the Program Room. Hollister will share a reading of his newly published novel, Luke Long Ears and the Eyes