October 14 Annular Solar Eclipse

On Saturday morning, October 14, 2023, the Moon will become aligned between the Sun’s light and Earth’s surface in North, Central, and South America. This will create an eclipse called by NASA “The Ring of Fire.” What you will see during the annular eclipse depends on where you are viewing

FNB Pumpkin Designs for Charity

Three Farmers National Bank facilities–Geneseo, Morrison, and Prophetstown, IL–hold an annual pumpkin contest. Michelle Renkes noted, “for quite a few years,” the banks have done this entertaining art form, as a charitable initiative. Beginning Monday, October 2, 2023, the public has been invited to vote for their favorite. The designer

Resthave Announces 2023 Homecoming Royalty

Resthave Marketing Director Karla Burn submitted the press release and photographs. Each fall, our Homecoming Royalty is chosen from peers, family, friends, and staff at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL. Congratulations to our Kings and Queens of 2023. Our Assisted Living King is Larry Bealer, and

CGH Renovation and Front Entrance Addition

During the next 18-24 months, CGH Medical Center will undergo major construction, involving the entrance, Lobby, Admitting Department, Auxiliary Gift Shop, and CGH Café. The 20,000 square foot project will enhance and modernize the most-dated parts of the hospital. We will provide a number of benefits, including: 1. expanded, comfortable

Schedule Help with Senior Health Insurance Programs

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. Several new things are taking place in Medicare for 2024.1. Are you turning

Future Pons Perform

Article and photos by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The future of the Morrison Pons team performed prior to the Morrison vs Rockridge Football game, on Friday, October 6, 2023. They completed a recent Morrison Fun Pons Kids Camp orchestrated by the MHS Cheerleaders. These youngsters strutted their talents before a

Heritage Canyon Awaits Visitors October 7

This family from Marion, IA, thoroughly enjoyed Fall Festival at Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL. Create a similar experience with your family or friends on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Spend a few minutes across Fourth Street to view the Mississippi River

“Rules of the Road” Review Class October 18

Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, will host a free class to review Illinois State driving rules, on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. The groups will meet in the Program Room at the back of the library. Register by Saturday, October 14, at

Petition Letter from Brian Bartoz

What a difference two months can make! The proposal to remove the traffic signals at the intersection of Genesee Street and U. S. Route 30 was discussed in Morrison, IL, City Council on Monday, July 10, 2023. It was evaluated in greater detail on Monday, September 11. It almost came

Knee Replacement Course October 7

Do you have a knee replacement surgery scheduled? Are you considering one in the future? Join us for a comprehensive class, that educates you and your loved ones, about knee replacement surgery and how we can make your recovery easier. Topics will include:• knee replacement surgery• preparing for your surgery•

GoFundMe Account for Jody Bland

Deborah Bland wishes friends of the Jody and Lisa Bland family to know of Jody’s recent injuries and how the public might help them with financial expenses. Click here to visit Jody Bland’s GoFundMe page: https://gofund.me/d36c89f1. Deborah Bland wrote, “On the evening of Wednesday, September 13, 2023, our beloved family

Play with Clay at The Loft on Main

The back room of The Loft on Main will be open for “Playing with Clay” sessions, on Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., from Friday, October 6, through Saturday, October 21, 2023. Bring the family or your pals to prepare a collection of unadorned ornaments. The air-dry,

Homecoming Parade 2023

Photos and written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. A beautiful day offered the local Morrison, IL, citizens an opportunity to gather downtown and be part of the 2023 Morrison pre-game, Homecoming festivities, on Friday, September 29, 2023. The sound of Police sirens signaled the start of the traditional parade at

Koch Talk: German, Danish, and Iowa Barns

Editor’s note: Cultures across millennia and the world have crafted buildings in order to “live above the shop.” Upper level dwellings were cost-saving, convenient, and wise investments. They remain so today. However, not everyone, today, would house their livestock and grain under their house. On Sunday, October 29, 2023, Wolf