Fulton Plant Sale May 12

Finally looking forward to spring weather?  We are all somewhat anxious to get outside into the yard to do some gardening.  As you anticipate what changes and improvements you wish to make, consider coming to the annual Fulton Plant Sale on Saturday, May 12, 2018. There is always a nice

NAMI Sauk Area Mental Health April Meetings

NAMI Sauk Area now offers two monthly support group meetings for family members and friends of individuals affected by mental illness.  NAMI Sauk Area meets every fourth Tuesday of each month in Dixon, IL, at Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL Route 2, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.  The next meeting is

S.T.R.I.V.E. Visits Resthave Residents

The S.T.R.I.V.E. (Socialization, Training, Rehabilitation, Independence, Vocation, Education) Group visited Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, April 3, 2018, and shared their voices, smiles, and sunshine with Resthave residents.  S.T.R.I.V.E. is an Assisted Living and Nursing Care facility for those with disabilities located in Prophetstown, IL.  

April 16 John Park Speaks at Odell

As part of the Lifelong Learning Series, Friends of Odell Public Library presents John Park, Dietitian at CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL, on Monday, April 16, 2018.  Park, through a PowerPoint presentation, will discuss healthy eating and its benefits.  The program begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Program Room, 307

College Scholarships Available in Conservation

The Whiteside County Natural Area Guardians, a subcommittee of the Whiteside County Soil and Water Conservation District, will award two $500 scholarships to college students who are pursuing a degree in the area of Conservation or an environmentally-related field. Scholarships are available for students entering Junior or Senior year in

CGH Auxiliary Masquerade Sale

CGH Auxiliary will host their annual Masquerade $5 Jewelry and Accessories Sale, on Thursday, April 19, 2018, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday, April 20, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  The sale is located in the CGH Ryberg Auditorium, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, IL.  All proceeds

John Park Speaks at Odell April 16

As part of the Lifelong Learning Series, Friends of Odell Public Library presents John Park, Dietitian at CGH on Monday, April 16, 2018. Mr. Park, through a Power Point Presentation, will discuss healthy eating and its benefits. The program begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Program Room. Mr. Park is

Easter 2018 at Resthave Home

Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, had a busy Easter week, celebrating Easter in several ways.  An Easter Egg hunt for residents and staff was held on Wednesday, March 28, 2018.  Thursday, March 29, the residents colored Easter Eggs.  On Friday, March 30, the Cross Walk started at Resthave

Fenton United Methodist Church Blood Drive

Blood donation is a safe and simple procedure that takes about 45 minutes to one hour . Individuals with diabetes or controlled high blood pressure may be accepted as eligible donors. Locally, Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center is the sole provider of blood and blood components to patients at hospitals

Diabetes Awareness Walk

Tuesday, May 1, 2018, a free health fair from 2:00 to 5:30 p.m. will be held at Resthave Home, 408 Maple Ave, Morrison, IL. Walk begins at 5:30 p.m. – early registration by Friday, April 27. Tuesday, May 1, 2018 free health fair from 2:00 to 5:30 p.m. at Resthave

Friends of the Parks Trivia Night April 21

It’s time for Friends of the Parks Trivia Night at the Happy Joe’s Brick Block Pub!  Grab your friends and compete for glory, bragging rights, and a great cause at the same time. The event is Saturday, April 21, 2018, with food, prizes, and fun benefiting the Morrison-Rockwood Recreational Trail. 

Building Better Readers at Odell

Each Spring, the Odell Public Library Friends excitedly set out to improve or expand an area of the library.  Last year, the community raised more than $1500 for our youngest patrons.  Thanks to those generous donations, Odell added a Play Kitchen and Puppet Theater area to the library.  Both are

Benefit for Brayden Houzenga April 8

Spring Valley Reformed Church, located at 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, will host a benefit for Brayden Houzenga, on Sunday, April 8, 2018, at 6:00 p.m.  Brayden is the 12-year-old son of Roger and Melissa Houzenga, and he attends Morrison Junior High School. Come and enjoy some good music and

Blood Drive March 27

Open Bible Fellowship will host a community blood drive from 3:15 to 6:00 p.m., on Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at 11429 Ward Road, Morrison, IL.  The drive will take place in the classroom. This Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center drive is open to the public.  Donors who last gave blood

Hospice Volunteer Training

There is no time like the present to add life to each day of a hospice patient.  That is exactly what hospice volunteers do. They provide companionship and support to the terminally ill and their loved ones.  They share stories, write letters, provide a listening ear, and more.  All because