American Red Cross asks you to stay safe this weekend, Friday, November 3, through Sunday, November 5, 2023. “Home fires take more lives every year than all other disasters combined, but working smoke alarms can cut the risk of dying in a home fire in half,” said Trish Burnett, Interim
Written and photos by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The annual IHSA State Football Playoffs carry a special excitement. The Round One contest at Morrison High School owned an extra challenge, because it included a game between two arch-rivals. The Morrison Mustangs and the Fulton Steamers have met on the gridiron
When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam, May luck be yours on Hallowe’en. City of Morrison, IL, hours for Trick-or-Treating are 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. Continuing Care Facilities will celebrate before Hallowe’en. Homestead Assisted Living & Memory Care, 403 Scenic Street, will treat youngsters in
A Whiteside County, IL, child was one of seven children around the world, who found an enchanting bookmark in their “Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library” book in September 2023. The early childhood literacy program celebrated 200 million books gifted, since the program began in 1995. In typical Dolly fashion, she wanted
The ImpactLife Mobile Blood Drive is scheduled for Monday, November 6, 2023, at Northside Elementary School, 520 N. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL, in the Cafeteria. Donation times are 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. For questions or to schedule a required appointment, contact Primary Blood Drive Coordinator Denise Batterton at denise.batterton@morrisonschools.org or
Anne Frame wrote the feature. The Odell Public Library Friends will again host the Annual Book and Bake Sale, on Saturday, November 4, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at Odell Public Library.307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Shown are volunteers and happy attendees of the 2022 event. All
Dear Morrison folks, Morrison United Methodist Church Will host a family-friendly Trunk-or-Treat event, on Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., at the Church parking lot, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Please help spread the word, and invite your neighbors to join us with their decorated trunks. Let’s
The Whiteside Forum continues their 2023-2024 Season with guest expert Brian Ritter speaking to “Conservation: Nahant Marsh, the Mississippi River, and Beyond” on Sunday afternoon, October 29, 2023. Hear him at 2:00 p.m. in the City of Morrison Community Room, in Odell Public Library, located at 307 S. Madison Street,
Model railroad collectors have two days to attend the Third Annual Iowa/Illinois Model Train Show, at the American Legion, 702 W. 35th Street, in Davenport, IA. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, October 27, 2023, and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 28. The facility
Barns have an allure for City folks. Whiteside County, Illinois, Farm Bureau hosted two-day, self-driving Barn Tours, which drew hundreds, sometimes thousands, of visitors. Morrison Historical Society will host an informative PowerPoint program, contrasting European and Midwestern barns. The free event is Sunday, October 29, 2023, inside Morrison’s Heritage Museum,
Stop in at The Loft on Main for friendly conversation and homemade desserts during 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., Thursday, October 19, 2023. The local art gallery is located at 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. If you have not attended Third Thursday before–you have missed oh, so many,
Photos provided and article written by Karla Burn. On the Move with Parks and Rec would like to thank Zurn Elkay Water Solutions for donating the pet-friendly water fountain, that is now located at Morrison Bark Park. The fountain is up and running, and both dogs and owners are loving
The Holidays are fast approaching and once again Morrison Lions Club is offering holiday hams. If you have not tried one, now is the time! These hams are fresh, fully-cooked, smoked, and boneless. The sizes are 6-10 pounds or 11-20 pounds. Spiral hams are also available, with weight average of
Morrison Charitable Food Pantry NFP has updated their Ice Cream Social Fund Raiser event, on Sunday, October 22, 2023, between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Join us at 629 E. Lincolnway Road (formerly Hilltop Lanes bowling alley) east of Kunes Country Auto Group Morrison. There is ample parking available. Invite your
The Whiteside County Health Department (WCHD) will begin offering the updated2023-2024 Moderna (SPIKEVAX) COVID-19 vaccines by appointment only starting Wednesday, October 18, 2023. To schedule an appointment, call the WCHD Immunizations at 815-626-2230, and choose option 3. We currently have vaccine available for 1. children ages 6 months to 18