Editor’s note: Jerry Lindsey took the group photo. Shortly after noon on Thursday, January 10, 2019, Morrison Chamber of Commerce Coordinator Meridith Layne, far right, presented a recognition of exceptional service to Kathie Eizenga, owner of Eizenga Tax Solutions. The certificate reads: “January 2019 Customer Service Award, Presented to Kathie
Illinois State Representative Tony McCombie was sworn into a second term on Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at a ceremony held at the University of Illinois Sangamon Auditorium, in Springfield, IL. The House of Representatives of the new 101st General Assembly includes 36 freshman members. McCombie will represent approximately 110,000 residents
The Loft on Main art gallery, located at 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, is pleased to announce the addition of a unique collection of historically significant photographs, to further compliment the diverse range of items available at the gallery. These photographs are made from original, historic, glass plate negatives,
On Thursday, January 3, 2019, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos was sworn in for her fourth term in the House of Representatives. In the 116th Congress, she will continue to be a strong voice for Illinois’ 17th Congressional District. Pictured left-to-right are Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi; Bustos’s husband, Rock Island County
Article and photos were submitted by Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./Morrison American Red Cross Blood Drive Coordinator pictured below. The last ARC Blood Drive of 2018 that I coordinate was held on Friday, November 16, at Morrison United Methodist Church’s Heritage Hall. We are moving back to Thursdays. Our next drive
On Tuesday, November 27, 2018, local students were recognized by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, as 2019-2020 State Scholars. These students rank in the top ten percent of high school Seniors from across the State, based on a combination of their ACT or SAT test scores and their class rank
Albany Community Supporters, formerly the Albany Chamber of Commerce, after many years of service to the Albany Community, held its final meeting on Monday, December 17, 2018. The organization distributed all funds in its treasury to local organizations. A time of fellowship and light refreshments followed the presentation of the
Editor’s note: Jerry Brearton submitted the press release and photo. On Monday, December 17, 2018, The American Legion Post 328 in Morrison, IL, delivered 38 “Gifts to Yanks That Gave” [https://giftstotheyanks.org] to veterans living in the three nursing homes in Morrison. Veteran residents are given a choice of usually three
The Winter solstice, on Friday, December 21, 2018, was celebrated by Morrison Fire Department in Morrison, IL, as they demonstrated “Caring for Our Community.” Their outreach event began in 2008. After a decade of collecting toys and other gifts for children, Fireman Rob Hudson said, “Most people who are involved in [the
The Morrison Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the Citizen of the Year Award. All nominees and the winners will be honored at the Morrison Chamber of Commerce Networking Event and Annual Meeting, scheduled for Thursday, January 17, 2019, at Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL.
Editor’s note: Photos were submitted by Pastor Toni Lucas. On Friday, December 14, 2018, American Legion Post 328 member Jerry Brearton of Morrison, IL, received word that the Color Guard for a Saturday, December 15, veterans tribute in Albany, IL, had fallen through. He reported late Saturday, “I was able
Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, hosted the fourth annual Cub Scout Space Derby on Tuesday, November 27, 2018., beginning at 6:00 p.m. Rockets literally flew across the Assisted Living Lounge of during the f Beginning at on T 22 youngsters from Pack #328 brought their individually-designed rockets to
Dear Editor: The 29th Festival of Trees was a success because of the contributions given by the generosity of the communities served by Rock River Hospice & Home. RRHH says thank you to all businesses, organizations, volunteers, decorators, chairpersons, sponsors, donors, and the general public, for the generous amount of
At the Wednesday, December 12, 2018, meeting the Morrison Rotary Club announced the Students of the Month. The honorees are Michelle Edwards and Jacob Schlegel. Michelle is the daughter of Tom and Nancy Edwards. She is Co-President of Key Club, which provides her with numerous projects to serve her community.
Editor’s note: This article was reprinted with requested amendments. The Morrison Rotary November 2018 Students of the Month are Molly Neumann and Jacob Brown. Molly is the daughter of Cheryl and Ryan Neumann. She is very active at Morrison High School. She participates in the B.L.I.N.D. program and Key Club