Morrison Rotary Club will celebrate it’s 100th Anniversary this year. The Club holds its major fund raiser, the Harvest Hammer, a 5k run/21-mile bicycle duathlon each September. Proceeds from entries and sponsorships support two Scholarships. Annually, the Morrison Rotary awards an All-Around Achievement Award, established in 1949, to honor one
On Wednesday, February 7, 2024, Morrison Community Hospital Marketing Director Mick Welding wrote, “We couldn’t help being so excited over this generous, hand made donation, from an area High School student. “What a special donation we received! Stella Ashdown, Fenton, IL, [right,] crocheted some soft and f[luff]y animals, to give
Clinton Community College has announced the Fall 2023 President’s List. Students must earn a minimum of 6 credit hours and 4.0 GPA during the term. Area Illinois students are listed. Albany: Adrianna Young Fulton: Isabella Adams, Marissa Gabbard, Danyell Kennedy, Austin Rash Morrison: Joshua Prombo. Clinton Community College has announced
Clinton Symphony Orchestra will perform a Family Concert at 2:00 p.m. in the Morrison High School Auditorium, 643 Geneseo Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Sunday, February 17, 2024. Titled “Mystics and Fantasy,” the program will include 1. “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice,” made famous by a Disney movie 2. some legends of King
The Whiteside County Republicans 2024 Lincoln Day Dinner will be held on Friday, March 1, 2024, at Deer Valley Golf Course, INSERT ADDRESS. Social houris 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., followed by the dessert auction at 6:30. The dinner and program will follow beginning at 7:00. Ticket prices will be $50
The 43rd Clinton Community College B-rrry Scurry 4-Mile Run enjoyed a warm day for the annual event, on Saturday, February 3, 2024. The 550 runners and walkers took to the course at noon for this event, which raises funds for the Paul B. Sharar Foundation B-rrry Scurry scholarship program. Runners
Kurt Glazier, Sterling Township Highway Commissioner, reported, “The Sterling Township Highway Department has officially declared the posting of spring weight limits on Township Highways. “These restrictions will be posted and effective starting Monday, February 5, 2024, and will continue until further notice, due to the recent increase in daily temperatures
On Monday night, February 5, 2024, Morrison Junior Basketball player Camryn Veltrop became the All-Time Leading Scorer in Morrison High School history. She surpassed her sister Shelby Veltrop’s record by nine points, after scoring 18 points in the TRAC-West Conference win over Erie-Prophetstown. Coach Kerry Grimm is shown with Camryn.
Wreaths Across America (WAA) is a National nonprofit whose year-long mission is to “Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve, and Teach our children the value of freedom.” The organization proudly announced in January its theme for 2024: “Live with Purpose.” Wreaths Across America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded
For Football fans, anticipation is building for a post-season game, on Sunday, February 11, 2024. Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, NV, is the venue. The San Francisco 49ers will meet the Kansas City Chiefs. They faced each other in Super Bowl LIV in 2019; the Chiefs won 31-20. Even casual
Morrison, IL, Dunlap Masonic Lodge #321 will host a Trivia Night event at Denny-O’s, 307 Tenth Avenue in Fulton, IL, on Saturday, March 2, 2024. This popular, interactive fundraiser will support the Lodge’s charitable funding. Each year, Morrison High School Scholastic Bowl Team is one of the beneficiaries of Masonic
Sterling Rock Falls Historical Society will hold its January meeting and program on Sunday, February 11, 2024, beginning at 2:00 p.m. The location is the Lincoln Learning Center, 611 E. Third Street, Sterling, IL. The public is cordially invited to attend; there is no charge. Wolf Koch and his wife
Robert A. “Bob” Rubright, 88 of Rock Falls, IL, died Saturday, February 3, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 25, 1935, in Sterling, IL, the son of Arthur and Jeanette (Cox) Rubright and had served in the U. S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict.
Join staff at Odell Public Library for an opportunity to learn about local programs and resources, for young children. A free, drop-in, Early Childhood Resource Fair is planned for Saturday, February 10, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The library is located at 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Child-friendly
McDonald’s Restaurant, 606 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, has a loving treat for those who order breakfast on Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, February 14, 2024. The first 50 customers to drive-through and order breakfast, will be presented with a fresh rose (as long a supplies last.) What better way to start Valentine’s