Registration Is Open For Spring Soccer

The Spring Soccer Program starts on Monday, April 10, 2023, and will meet on Monday nights at Morrison Sports Complex. It is open to all children in PreK through 5th Grade. The deadline for registration is Friday, March 24. Visit https://www.quickscores.com/morrisonsport.

Girl Scout Sunday March 12

Troop 1504 Leader Hillary Blevins took the photograph. Annually, Girl Scout Sunday is celebrated across the United States on March 12, in honor of National Girl Scout Week. That day recognizes the anniversary of the origin of Girl Scouts of America, on March 12, 1912. In Morrison, IL, the 2023

March 16 Third Thursday Special Guests

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2023 Morrison Taste of Ireland

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Friday, March 17, 2023, 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 13 options, several of which are

FFA Students to Dispense Coffee and Doughnuts

Morrison Future Farmers of America members will hand out coffee and doughnuts on Tuesday, March 21, 2013, inside Farmers National Bank, 1100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Students will celebrate National Agriculture Day from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m.

March 17 Knights of Columbus Fish Fry

Knights of Columbus members will host their second Lenten Fish Friday, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL. The date is Friday, March 17, 2023. The final meal is March 31. Enjoy all-you-can-eat, fried and baked Alaskan Pollack.  Beer-battered fish; potato;

Softball Game Cancellation Tonight

Morrison High School Athletic Director Gregg Dolan reported, “Due to weather conditions, tonight’s Softball game, Monday, March 13, 2009, against Stockton has been cancelled. At this time, we do not have a makeup date set,”

Girl Scout Sunday at Methodist Church

Celebrate Girl Scout Sunday on Sunday, March 12, 2023, recognizing the anniversary of the origin of Girl Scouts of America, on March 12, 1912. Sunday, March 12, is Girl Scout Sunday. In honor of the annual National Girl Scout Week celebration, Girl Scout Troop 1504 will assist in the service,

Charlotte’s Web Delights All Ages

The Editor attended a near-full house at Morrison Tech auditorium, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL, to witness the 7:00 p.m. Morrison Music Theater Association production of “Charlotte’s Web,” on Saturday, March 11, 2023. The cast of 17 ranged in ages from Grade School to Grandparents. Lovers of the charming, multi-award

Set Time Keeping Devices Ahead March 11

A welcome sign of Spring’s approach is Daylight Saving Time, which begins Sunday, March 12, 2023.  Reset all time pieces and appliances ahead one hour on Saturday evening, March 11, or on Sunday. Don’t forget vehicle clocks and watches not currently worn.  Smartphones will adjust themselves while you sleep.

Battle of the Badges ARC Blood Drive

Team Leader Kaywyn Beswick wrote the press release and submitted the photograph. The American Red Cross Blood Drive is Thursday, March 16, 2023, from noon to 6:00 p.m. Only seven open appointments are available: three Double Red Cell/Power Red donors, and four Whole Blood donors. March is Red Cross Month.

Folkers Signs with UW-Platteville

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the press release and took the photograph. Morrison High School Senior Marissa Folkers signed a Letter of Intention, to attend the University of Wisconsin at Platteville, WI, and participate in their Softball program. The Wednesday, March 9, 2023, signing ceremony was held in the MHS

5K Run For Brain Health March 11

NAMI Sauk Area is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, dedicated to providing support, education, and advocacy for families and caregivers of individuals living with a mental illness. On Saturday, March 11, 2023, NAMI will host its third annual 5K run and family-friendly events.  The “Run for Brain Health” fundraiser begins at

CGH Participates in Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

A rise in colorectal cancer cases among young people has led the National guidelines for getting screened for colon cancer to age 45, rather than 50. March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. During this important month, CGH Digestive Health Services encourages people to learn more about colorectal cancer symptoms,

Free Smoke Alarm Installations March 25 During Red Cross Campaign

The American Red Cross of Illinois is leading the “Sound the Alarm” smoke alarm installation and home fire safety event, on Saturday, March 25, 2023, in Morrison, IL. This is part of a National Red Cross initiative to install 50,000 free smoke alarms with partners in more than 50 communities