Samuel Dohrn is a lovable ten- soon-to-be-eleven-year-old boy who has been diagnosed with epilepsy; bilateral cortical dysplasia; pathologic myopia (severe nearsightedness); congenital stationary night blindness. He can still smile and hopes to do a lot more–if funds can be raised to provide a Seizure Service Dog as his everyday companion.
The City of Morrison, IL, has a new Executive Director to oversee Morrison Area Development Corporation (MADC) and Morrison Chamber of Commerce. Kimberly Ewoldsen began her combined duties on Wednesday, December 10, 2014. On Wednesday, February 11, 2015, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Chamber office, 221 W.
Congratulations to Morrison, IL, Rotary January 2015 Students of the Month, Abigail Kull and Hunter Hamstra. Abigail is the daughter of Jeannie and Gary Spencer and Todd Kull. She is active on the Morrison Dance Team, B.L.I.N.D, Student Government, and Kiwanis Club. She is a Teacher’s aide, a member of
This is exciting news for admirers of famed author Harper Lee. Associated Press stated that Publisher HarperCollins will release the second novel by 88-year-old Lee, author of To Kill a Mockingbird. The publisher announced this unexpected information Tuesday, February 3, 2015, to enthusiastic fans around the world. Completed in 1955, Go
Jill Beswick will host an Open House, Wednesday, January 21, 2015, to showcase her public salon, called Youthful U. She is located inside Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community, 403 Scenic Street, Morrison, IL. Visit her tonight from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the west end of the facility. Beswick is
In the car wash industry, the name of Black quickly comes to mind, due to the successful franchising chain that has led the industry for decades. Now the name of a child of Bob and Mary Black[, of Morrison, IL,] is reaching out into the franchising world, to expand the
Editor’s note: Mary Pratt searched for these early Yearling photographs to recognize the first Pon-Pons and Majorettes. Morrison High School Band Director Bob Glidden initiated a Pons Squad in the fall of 1961. The girls wore handmade skirts and purchased sweaters, according to one of the first members, Betsy Komlanc
During the recent holiday season, attractive wreaths decorated both ends of the Whiteside County Covered Bridge. Rope lighting around openings added charm to the darkness of November and December 2014. The twin artificial wreaths were purchased by Morrison Chamber of Commerce Board member Stephanie Vavra decorated by Stephanie Mann of
Paula Rodriguez and Linda Temple have received their date for an Africa Mission trip through Compassion International. They are selling fresh pork burritos to fund this latest mission venture. Pick up is on Friday, January 30, 2015, at the Odell Public Library, in the City of Morrison Community Room, from
On Thursday, January 29, 2015, Morrison Chamber of Commerce presented its Customer Service Award to Ellen Callihan, employee of HVP Vending, LLC, 409 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The vending business began in 1948 as Vend-Omack Sales, Inc., offering “a complete full line of beverages, snacks, fresh and frozen food.”
People of all ages may contend with daily or temporary mobility issues. Access for them can be impeded by the portals through which they choose to enter and exit. This includes health care visits to the the second-floor Specialty Clinic at Morrison Community Hospital (MCH), 303 N. Jackson, Street, Morrison,
Morrison High School Band Director Bob Glidden initiated a Pons Squad in the fall of 1961. The girls wore handmade skirts and purchased sweaters, according to one of the first members, Betsy Komlanc Prombo. She stated, “Girls were from each class, chosen by Mrs. Pape and the Head Majorette.” No
Editor’s note: This notice was mailed to dental patients of the late Dr. William Simpson. Dr. Bill Simpson passed away on [Tuesday,] December 16, 2014, from complications from kidney failure. Dr. Simpson’s family and staff would like to thank their patients for their patronage through the years. To provide continuing
Jill Beswick will host an Open House, Wednesday, January 21, 2015, to showcase her public salon, called Youthful U. She is located inside Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community, 403 Scenic Street, Morrison, IL, Visit her tonight from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the west end of the facility. Beswick is
One significant component of local American Red Cross Blood Drives is volunteers who sponsor the light meal for donors. On Thursday, January 15, 2015, First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offered their services. Shown left-to-right in the kitchen of Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, were Jan