March 14 is Pi Day

March 14, 2024, is an amusing day of observance.  Normally, people acknowledge 3/14 as “Pi Day,” because those three numbers are the beginning of the “irrational” number, pi, from the Greek alphabet. Pi is the most recognized mathematical constant in the world.  Scholars often consider pi the most important and

Donna Jean Hageson Pitts Smith (1938 – 2024)

Donna Jean Hageson Pitts Smith, 85, of Morrison, IL, formerly of Garden Plain, IL, died Sunday, March 10, 2024, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison. Donna was born November 6, 1938, in Clinton, IA, to Ernest and Mary Jane (Jeffers) Hagenson and was raised by her stepfather, Herman L.

Jane Eyre at The Black Box Theatre

The Black Box Theatre in downtown Moline, IL, is delighted to present the area premiere of “Jane Eyre – The Musical,” opening Friday, March 15, 2024. “Jane Eyre is a musical drama, with music and lyrics by Composer-Lyricist Paul Gordon and a Book by John Caird, based on the 1847

Screening of Emmy Winning Documentary March 12

What unites us is more important than what divides us. Emmy-winning filmmakers Tammy and Kelly Rundle of Fourth Wall Films turn their lens on a network of people and organizations, in Iowa and Illinois, who are working toward improved water quality in the Upper Mississippi watershed. The Rundles’ new documentary

New Parking at County Health Department

Whiteside County Health Department (WCHD) is excited to announce we have begun construction expansion for the Community Health Clinic, 1300 W. Second Street, Rock Falls, IL. This will include space for additional services. Also, for anyone visiting the Community Health Clinic, an expanded Waiting Area will reduce confusion and provide

Fillies Softball Opens with Shutout

On Monday, March 11, 2024, Morrison High School Varsity Softball team handily beat Stockton High School at Stockton, IL. In the season opener, Coach Chelsea Eads’s team left the score at 11-0, after five innings. Bella Duncan pitched all five innings with 12 strikeouts with only 2 walks. The game

Th American Legion is 105 Years Old

Jerry Brearton supplied the report; nephew Johnathon Brearton took the photograph. The Morrison American Legion Post 328 celebrated The American Legion’s 105th birthday, with cake and ice cream. On March 15, 1919, members of the American Expeditionary Force convened in Paris, France, for the first American Legion caucus. From left-to-right

March 10 Girl Scout Sunday

Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, invited the public to attend the annual Girl Scout Sunday worship, on March 10, 2024. Pastor Sun-Ah Kang officiated the 9:00 a.m. service and message to Girl Scouts. Prior to, and during, the worship service nine girls took various roles. They

Morrison Taste of Ireland 2024

From east-to-west and north-to-south in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Sunday, March 17, 2024, these 17 Morrison, IL, businesses will offer a variety of foods and beverages. Choose from corned beef and cabbage meals, reuben sandwiches, desserts, and beverages with a nod to the Irish. Several options are available currently

Scholastic Bowl Team Summary

Jim Hardesty took the photo at Warren, IL, High School. Morrison High School Scholastic Bowl Coach Brian Bartoz commented on his team’s efforts, at the close of their season. “I’m proud of our team’s 45-20 overall record this season. Team members worked hard to develop their skills in multiple subject

Vintage Postcard Program March 19

This vintage, holiday postcard was sent to Morrison, IL, in 1909. On Tuesday, March 19, 2024, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Odell Public Library and Illinois Humanities invite you to attend “The Happy Invention: History and Significance of Picture Postcards.” The location is 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison. Katherine Hamilton-Smith

Turn Clocks Ahead and Test Smoke Alarms

Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 10, 2024. When this annual event occurs, the American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms as they turn their clocks forward, to make sure the devices are working. “Working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in a home fire

March 1 Morrison Police Report

The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, March 1, 2024. Arrests: On Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at approximately 3:28 a.m., Morrison Police Department was dispatched to 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL, to investigate a complaint of a homeless individual. During the investigation it was discovered Jamison

Louis J. DeMay, Jr. (1946 2024)

Louis J. DeMay Jr, 77, of Rock Falls, IL, died on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at his home. Louis was born on September 19, 1946, in Geneseo, IL, the son of Laura and Jay Moldt. Louis proudly served in the U. S. Army and was a veteran of the Vietnam

March 8 Knights of Columbus Fish Fry #2

Editors note: Prior to the meals, praying the Stations of the Cross devotion will take place at 5:00 p.m. 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, on March 8, 2024.