In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Sunday, March 17, 2019, several food and beverage choices will be offered in Morrison, IL, from east-to-west and north-to-south. Choose corned beef and cabbage meals, reuben sandwiches, desserts, and beverages with a nod to the Irish. Below are 15 options, several of which are
Editor’s note: If you accessed the link in the previous version of this feature, only one screen was visible. The link now goes to split-screen, simultaneous videos; one allows viewers to see into the nest. An updated photo with the two eggs was substituted. Names of previous eaglets were included.
Dozens of robins visited the Editor’s back yard on Saturday, February 16, 2019, flipping up leaves to seek food and eating seeds under the bird feeder. I wonder where they spent Sunday, February 17, during and after the latest snowfall. Have you seen them? “The North Wind Doth Blow”Anonymous
The Morrison Chamber of Commerce is seeking applicants for the 2019 Chamber of Commerce Scholarship. A $500 scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating Senior from Morrison High School. Students can download the application online at www.morrisonchamber.com or copies can be found at Odell Public Library, 307 S, Madison Street,
Newborns at CGH are making their mark on the world one step at a time, but it’s no longer just a keepsake. The Birthing Center at CGH Medical Center, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, IL, recently installed a new and innovative Infant Safety System, developed by CertaScan Technologies (www.certascantek.com), that
On Wednesday, February 6, 2019, after yesterday’s ice storm, I stepped outside to remove a dangling branch from my Mediacom Cable line. My neighbor’s White Pines abut the property line. Several limbs littered my side, but those on the ground were not a concern. I took a few photographs to
This editorial commentary is to state, that I urge Postal Carriers to be restricted from deliveries to homes and businesses in-and-around Morrison, IL, on Wednesday, January 30, and possibly, Thursday, January 31, 2019. To do so puts these men and women in peril. I have spent hours over the last
Editor’s note: For those who do not take precautions during frigid temperatures, do a Google Images search for “frostbite fingers.” Although CGH Medical Center is always here for you, we are also concerned about the health and safety of our patients and employees. Frostbite can occur in a matter of
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, has amended its hours of operation, due to the weather conditions.
Please visit the CGH website at www.cghmc.com to see protocols that are in place for HOSPITAL and CLINIC weather procedures this week. The Main Clinic and all satellite clinics are operating as usual today, Monday, January 28, 2019. Follow this link: https://www.cghmc.com/patients-visitors/snow-emergency-procedures/. If you would like to reschedule your CLINIC appointment,
On Thursday, January 24, 2019, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos announced her sixth annual “Valentines for Veterans” program. She encourages families across Illinois’ 17th Congressional District to show appreciation for our veterans, by making homemade Valentine’s Day cards. “[Prior to] this Valentine’s Day, I encourage everyone across our region to consider joining
On Friday, January 11, 2019, United Way Worldwide announced that it will lead the formation of the “United for U. S.” coalition, a joint effort by corporate partners, organized labor, the United Way network, and nonprofits, to assist furloughed Federal workers and others impacted by the ongoing Government shutdown. United
Start the year by sharing your preferences on four opinion polls on thecity1.com pages: Home, Two, Op/Ed, and Local Sports. Stretch your reading muscles with timely political commentary and cartoons on the Op/Ed page.
A lacy, window blizzard tells you that Christmas has arrived at The Loft on Main, at 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Just as no two snowflakes are identical, this gallery is filled with art which is one-of-a-kind. There also is a plethora of artistic media used to create the
For some of us, shopping for the holidays remains an enjoyable experience. So, for those who enjoy the search, attractive local shops or new venues always offer unexpected gift options. On Wednesday, December 12, 2018, I made a pleasant discovery while shopping on my daughter’s behalf, buying Girl Scouts of