Three generations of Harmons were very busy on their first open day, during the downtown Morrison, IL, Christmas Walk, Saturday, December 2, 2023. Pictured left-to-right are sisters, Gracen and Landri Harmon; grandmother, Bev Harmon; owner, Paul (Jamie) Harmon; his sister, Angie Erickson. Paul stated, “They will help out when they
Twenty-seven Vogel family members attended their annual Holiday gathering, on Tuesday afternoon, December 5, 2023, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL. Their ages range from 58 (Brian Vogel, front table, far right) to 103 (Alice “Sis” Bordner, far left across the table from Brian.) They now
During the Annual Pearl City Holiday Tournament, on Saturday, December 9, 2023, Morrison Girls Basketball action took a pause in the play. Recognition was given to Filly Camryn Veltrop, as she reached a significant career goal, by shooting her 1000th point. She is a Junior. On Saturday, December 10, 2022,
Shortly after 1:00 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, December 7, 2023, there arose exciting activity on the roof of 203 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The former Donnybrook Bakery Cafe now sports its corner turret, which previous owner Bob Vaughn had fabricated in 2014. It was built by Shambaugh Construction, Inc.,
Many locals met Shelli Eng, of Erie, IL, years ago at Morrison Farmers Markets. Her delicious baked goods usually sold out early each Saturday. Perhaps because shoppers did not take the time to learn her name, she was affectionately called–even to this day–“the bread lady.” Others discovered the clothing design
City of Morrison Recreational Services Director Nathan Jacobs has planned two events this month, to entertain those age 60 and over. There is no charge for viewing the film or playing games. Complimentary refreshments will be offered. Bring someone with you to share the fun. Call 815-535-1105 with questions about
The Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN) recently celebrated their 20-year anniversary on November 28-29, 2023, at the State-wide Conference in Champaign, IL. Morrison Community Hospital has been a part of ICAHN since its inception. ICAHN and its 57 member hospitals make it their overarching goal, to preserve access to
The Editor took the event pictures. Educator Brian Bartoz submitted a few student photos at the end. Two seven-year-old second graders from Northside School, became celebrities for the evening, on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Each won a coloring page contest, of “Santa and a [Christmas] tree,” the boy said. Wearing
Athletes from ages ten-through-High School may participate in a series of of six, 45-minute training camps, to improve speed and agility, hosted by Sauk Valley Sports Performance LLC Founders Anthony and Jennifer Adamson. She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach. The first camp is today at 5:30 p.m., on
Dear Editor: I sincerely hope that all of us in Morrison[, IL,] thank the Morrison Garden Club for all the beautiful work they do throughout the year: Main Street flower baskets and barrels filled with items of the season Grove Hill Cemetery’s fountain surrounded by flowers Odell Public Library spring
On Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL, the Early American Crafters will host a Christmas Walk from noon to 6:00 p.m. Luminaries and lanterns begin at dusk. Cookies and warm drinks are the gift of The Early American Crafters. Park downtown. Free, continuous
On Saturday, December 2, 2023, the public is invited to The Loft of Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, for a “drop-in” ornament painting party, between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. This creative endeavor was planned for art lovers of all ages. Hundreds of salt clay Christmas ornaments have
The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, November 27, 2023, with Matt Tichler the only member failing to answer roll call. The opening Action introduced the holiday and meeting schedule for fiscal year 2024. The Council voted unanimously to the meeting dates to be the second and fourth Monday of
Editor’s note: Visit Morrison Garden Club on Facebook for more of Vern Latwesen’s photos. Monday, November 27, 2023, was one of the coldest of the year, with temperatures in the low 20s, chilly breezes, and no warmth from the late autumn sun. Yet that afternoon, some of the most hard-working
Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) is a free, Statewide Health Insurance counseling service, for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers. Your local SHIP Counselor, Kathy Schmidt, can answer questions about Medicare, Medicaid, enrollment, drug plan information, and more. “There is one more week to compare your “Part D Prescription Drug Plan”