September 22 Wrestlers’ Pancake Breakfast

  Multiple pleasant activities will take place on Sunday, September 22, 2024, on Main Street, Morrison, IL.  Begin your downtown day with breakfast by Coach Tom Drosopoulos and his High School Wrestlers.  The young men will host their Annual Pancakes & Paintings fundraiser, from 8:00 a.m. to noon.  The menu

Happy Little Bob Ross Shirts on Sale at The Loft on Main

  Fans of the late painter Bob Ross have an opportunity to purchase the 2023 Paint the Town T-shirt that honored him last year.  There are multiple sizes on sale for $5, at The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  Stop in on Saturday, September 14, 2024,

Marching Mustangs Color Guards Fundraiser

  If you attended the opening Mustang Varsity Football game, Friday, August 30, 2024,  you witnessed a new Marching Mustangs Color Guard.  This activity is being reactivated after more than ten years.  Hillary Blevins and Ruth Christin are adult co-sponsors, who teach technical skills and choreography with flags. Current Guardians

September 29 Will Be Family Fun Day at Resthave

  Resthave Care & Rehabilitation invites the community to its annual Resthave Family Fun Day on Sunday, September 29, 2024.  The joyful event takes place at 408 Maple Avenue, in Morrison, IL. There will be a varied collection of entertaining events, food and snacks, competitions, skin painting, a tractor and

Barb Mask Program “Murders In Fulton’s History”

  Fulton Historical Society announces its first Fall program in 2024–“Murders in Fulton’s History.”  Continuing in a series of local research projects, which have included histories of gas stations, taverns and bars, physicians, and steamboats, this topic features more on human behaviors.  Barbara Mask and Harvey Geerts, members of Fulton

First Presbyterian Drive-Up Meal September 12

  First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will host their free, Community Drive-Up Meal, on Thursday, September 12, 2024, starting at 5:00 p.m. (continuing until food runs out.) The meal features Baked Potatoes with Sloppy Joe meat and broccoli to top them. Bread Lady frosted brownies add to

Transcending Boundaries:  Adriana McBride’s Dual Art Collections

  Using nature as both muse and medium, rising artist and ecologist Adriana McBride utilizes her ecology background to sustainably hand-source the natural pigments used in her artwork.  In her latest exhibition, she captivates art enthusiasts with her dual collections, “West Coast Art Tour” and “Quad Cities.”  They are currently

Teens 16 or 17 May Preregister to Vote

  Teen voter registration surges after Illinois’ pre-registration law took effect Marking National Teen Voter Registration Day, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias reported.  He stated that nearly 50,000 16- and 17-year-olds have taken advantage of a new law that enables them to pre-register to vote before turning 18. National

Adult Homecoming Registration by September 25

  Morrison Schools Foundation President Jackie Damhoff is excited to announce “the return of one of our most successful fundraising events–Adult Homecoming!  This homecoming will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds.” “The event will include dancing, snacks, prizes, and special musical guest “Dirt Road

Patriot Day 9/11/2024

  Wednesday, September 11, 2024, is the 23rd Anniversary of horrific terrorist attacks against the United States of America. By a joint resolution approved December 18, 2001, Public Law 107-89 designated September 11 of each year as “Patriot Day.”  The law directs that flags be lowered to half-staff for the

September 17-23 “Constitution Week”

  The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) urges Americans to reflect on the United States Constitution, during this month’s annual observance in honor of this foundational document of National governance. “There are two documents of paramount importance to American history:  the Declaration of Independence, which forged our

Glow Parade Photos, Video, and Contest Winners

  The Department of Fun committee produced a third, successful “Glow Bangers Ball” Glow Parade, on Saturday, September 7, 2024, in downtown Morrison, IL.  Winners were: 1. Glow-tastic Subwoofer, Starlena Family; prize–Barbie Jeep and Scooter (sponsor, 3D Cart Sales in Fulton, IL) 2. Mullett Madness, Kay Smith; prize–gift certificate (sponsor,

Spangler’s Ribbon Cutting and Celebration September 7

  Spangler’s Landscaping and Garden Center welcomed the public to celebrate their Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting  ceremony, on the morning of Saturday, September 7, 2024.  This longstanding, full-service, family business began in 1971, at 12450 Lincoln Road, Morrison, IL, owned and operated by Linda and Lanny Spangler.  They are

Brian “Fox” Ellis to Portray Robert Ridgeway

  “Birding,” as it is known today has become a popular hobby of many, both old and young.  Brian “Fox” Ellis is Internationally renowned storyteller, author, and naturalist.  He will portray Ornithologist Robert Ridgeway, focusing on the science and history of bird-watching and the Audubon Society. This presentation is hosted

Kiwanis Awards Girl Scouts $200

  On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, Steve Davis, Morrison Kiwanis President, presented a $200 check to Hillary Blevins on behalf of Morrison, IL, Girl Scouts. “Kiwanis club helps support many local organizations.  We couldn’t do this without community support and Morrison High School Key Club students at our sandwich and