THE GOOD NEWS: At Cornerstone Family Dentistry, 521 W. Wall Street, Morrison, IL, Doctors Mindy Hochgesang and Craig Peterson implemented digital phone service, “to better suit our customers.” THE BAD NEWS: This has become a communication nightmare for some clients and office personnel. THE GOOD NEWS: The office will switch
At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 5, 2016, American Bald Eagle Liberty laid her second egg of the season. If a third egg is in her future, it should arrive Monday, March 7, or Tuesday, March 8. For a bird’s-eye-view of the spring ritual, copy and bookmark this link
On Tuesday, March 15, 2016, The American Legion will celebrate its 97th anniversary. Thank you so much for your support of the oldest and largest Veterans Service Organization in the World! The American Legion Post 328 in Morrison, IL, is sponsoring a Poppy Poster Contest on behalf of The American Legion
Early March is far from the time of spring nesting, but a new season of birth has begun for the widely-known pair of American bald eagles, Liberty (female) and Justice. They became a pair in 2009 and laid an egg in 2010. It did not survive. Shortly before 2:00 p.m.
Morrison Chamber of Commerce now offers a special membership for residents, which allows them to stay connected with events and business news of the community. This “Friend of the Chamber” membership is for local individuals who do not own or operate a business. They will have the opportunity to volunteer
Have you or anyone you know suffered the loss of a loved one? Are you grieving that loss, and feeling like you don’t know how to cope? If you would like to understand your thoughts and feelings during this difficult time, take T-I-M-E with us. T-I-M-E (Together in Memories) is
“It was an accident,” stated a Morrison, IL, United States Postal Service staffer, describing damage done to two outside drop boxes. About 9:30 a.m., Thursday, January 21, 2016, a commercial delivery truck collided with the pair. “They’re both done,” he explained. “We’re in the process of getting both back up.
Local Girl Scouts will begin taking orders for the Cookie Program from Friday, January 8, through Friday, January 29, 2016. This year’s cookie theme is “Worth Sharing.” Customers are encouraged to post a photo of themselves enjoying Girl Scout Cookies on social media with the hashtag #worthsharing. The #worthsharing effort
ComEd is warning customers to be on the alert for scam artists claiming to be a ComEd representative seeking payment. Over the last few weeks, the company has seen a 260% increase in reports from small businesses and some residential customers who were contacted by scammers. This is more than
To keep your youngsters occupied and fit during the next two months of winter, consider enrolling them in the Morrison Recreation Youth Wrestling Program. Boys and girls in Kindergarten through fourth grade are eligible. The $25 fee included a Morrison Recreation Wrestling t-shirt. Practices are from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. The
Dear Valued Customer: As a supplement to the news release issued on Friday, October 30, 2015, ComEd Security reminds customers to be aware of scammers and frauds targeting both residential customers and small businesses across our service territory. Phone scams include stories that the customer’s billing cycle has changed, and
Helping Hands will be coordinating the Christmas Family Project again this year. If your family has a need, fill out the Helping Hands forms below. Return the information by Monday, November 16, 2015, to Nancy Poling, 200 W. Lincolnway, at Morrison United Methodist Church, Morrison, IL, 61270, in person or
Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, announces new services for those who need short-term rehabilitation services. After-care treatment is provided following orthopedic surgeries or acute illness hospitalizations. We “offer a continuum of care, which means that we can be there for you as your health care needs change. We
Orders are being taken for Thanksgiving and Christmas delivery of the delicious, fresh, fully-cooked, smoked and boneless hams. If you have not ordered a Lions Club ham previously, this is the year to try one. Sizes range from seven-to-ten pounds or 11-to-20 pounds. Exact weight cannot be guaranteed but will
We recognize that Veterans share a special bond. The goal of the Heartland Hospice “Vet-to-Vet Volunteer Program” is to match Veteran patients with a hospice-trained Veteran volunteer, who may have a similar background. Veteran volunteers can provide friendly visits to Veteran patients and their families. Others may participate in our “We