Walls Await Roof on New Tractor Supply Company

  New construction in Morrison, IL, is always a fine thing to watch.  One such site is on the north side of U. S. Route 30, west of Farmers National Bank.  Local subcontractors are on the job. On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, there were four walls standing at the future

Morrison Lions Fulfill their Motto – We Serve

  Mick Welding submitted this press release earlier. Morrison Lions fulfilled two service projects honoring Earth Day (Monday, April 22, 2024,) on two, consecutive Saturdays in April.  On Saturday, April 13, several members cleaned up trash along a one-mile stretch of U. S. Route 30, east of Morrison, IL.  Left-to-right

TLP Autumn and Winter Full Line-Up of Events

  Editor’s note:  There are numerous musical and theatrical opportunities listed for August 31 through October 26.  Readers may benefit by printing this press release to keep straight events and events, both for youth and adults. As Timber Lake Playhouse bids farewell to its summer season, the excitement doesn’t end. 

Amish Haystack Dinner/Bake Sale to Benefit New School

  Local Amish school children have a new school building in the Spring Valley, IL, area.  To raise funds for supplies, a unique benefit, “Haystack Dinner and Bake Sale,” will be held Friday, September 13, 2024, from 3:30 to 7:00 p.m.  Carry-out food is available. “Proceeds will benefit our Parochial

(SHIP) Senior Health Insurance Program Counseling

    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. Now is the time to signup for a free, confidential, Senior

Submit New State Flag Design by October 18

  Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced that the Illinois Flag Commission will begin accepting public submissions for a new State flag design, beginning Tuesday, September 3, 2024. The IFC will accept design ideas for consideration from the public–online or via mail–until Friday, October 18.  The commission also plans

200+ Athletes Attend Meet the Players Night

  Editor’s note:  The entire High School Volleyball team and Coaches Jill DeRycke and Emma Sitzmore were not photographed at Meet the Players, due to a technical difficulty.  *However, they were photographed at practice on Tuesday, August 27. It was a simmering evening, Monday, August 26, 2024, when 201 Morrison

August 31 Rock Valley Jazz Band Concert

  The Rock River Jazz Band will perform a second Big Band Revival Concert on Saturday, August 31, 2024, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m., at the Page Park Band Shell in Dixon, IL.  Don’t miss this free event! Featuring the remarkable Angie Harrison and several talented instrumental soloists, this concert

First Presbyterian Drive-Up Meal August 29

  First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will host their free, Community Drive-Up Meal, on Thursday, August 27, 2024, starting at 5:00 p.m. (continuing until food runs out.) The meal features Pulled Pork Sandwiches.  Drive up to 300 N. Genesee Street; please stay in your vehicle. Call 815-772-3510

Severe Weather Strains Red Cross Blood Supply

  Communities across The United States are encouraged to stay ready for possible emergencies, and to give blood or platelets during National Preparedness Month, September 2024. The American Red Cross continues to experience a National blood supply emergency.  Remnants of Hurricane Debby, earlier in August, and other severe weather events

How to Deal with Extreme Heat

  Cory Law, Whiteside County Health Department Assistant Organizational Officer, submitted this Public Service Announcement, regarding health risks during extreme heat. National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for today, Monday, August 26, 2024, and a Heat Watch through Tuesday, August 27. An Excessive Heat Warning means dangerous

What’s New On and Off the 2024 Football Field?

  Three exciting changes soon will be in place at the Morrison High School Football field.  Attend a “Meet the Players” event on Monday, August 26, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. Staff, families, students, and fans are invited to gather at E. M. “Bud” Cole Stadium, to celebrate all High School

Art in the Park and Sculpture Walk August 24

  Rock Falls, IL, Tourism will host its 7th annual Art in the Park Sculpture Walk on Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  The location is the RB&W District Park, 201 E. 2nd Street, in Rock Falls, IL. This year, we are happy to include an

September 29 Flag Burning Ceremony at 12:30 p.m.

  On the last Sunday of September each year, The America Legion Post 328 in Morrison, IL, conducts our Flag Retirement Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park.  Flags that have been deposited into our Flag Drop Box (306 E. Main Street) throughout the year are burned, pursuant to United States Flag

United Way Campaign Celebration and Luncheon

  The United Way of Whiteside County invites community members to celebrate local impact and kick off this year’s fundraising campaign, at their annual Campaign Celebration and Luncheon.  The event will be Thursday, September 5, 2024, at noon, at Woodlawn Arts Academy, 3807 Woodlawn Road, Sterling, IL.  Working with 21