As its annual duty, at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, American Legion Post 328 honored America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of Country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Beginning about 10:55 a.m., Thursday, November 11, 2023, a short, solemn
The Morrison High School B.L.I.N.D. Club (Building Lasting Impressions that Never Die) came to Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, November 9, 2023. They brought letters to our veterans, thanking them for their military service. The B.L.I.N.D. group does this annually for Resthave, and our
Morrison, IL, firefighters prepare for Christmas each November, during the Morrison Fire Department “Caring for Our Community” toy drive. Generous Community members help by donating new toys or money to purchase them. Annually, MFD distributes toys to children in need. Families are eligible if their children–through Junior High ages–attend the
Plan to support the Morrison Fire Department’s drive-through sandwich sale, at 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. It will take place Saturday, November 18, 2023, between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Enter from W. Main; exit onto U. S. Route 30. Choose from butterflied pork chops, brats, and hot dogs. Chips
On Saturday, November 11, 2023, local Veterans and one guest will be honored with a fresh, buffet breakfast, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., courtesy of Homestead of Morrison, 403 Scenic Street, Morrison, IL. The annual Veterans Day observance will begin at 10:55 a.m. at Veterans Park and Memorial, in Grove
Morrison High School teacher Brian Bartoz submitted this press release. Morrison High School will host a Veterans Day Recognition Assembly, on Friday, November 10, 2023, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:25. Held in the school’s auditorium, the assembly will provide an opportunity for students and staff to recognize those who have
On Wednesday, November 8, 2023, Christine Fulton made a service call, for an issue concerning new, computer electrical cords. She and husband Rob own Morrison Computer Repair LLC, 223 E. Main Street, across from Community State Bank, in Morrison, IL. After the service call, she notified customer and the Editor,
As its annual duty, at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, American Legion Post 328 will honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of Country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Community members are encouraged to gather at Veterans Park and
Kelby Lee Ottens, 64, of Morrison, IL, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023, at his home. Kelby was born May 20, 1959, in Clinton, IA, to Leon and Joyce (Hoogheem) Ottens. He received his early education in Chadwick, IL, and was a 1977 graduate of Chadwick High School. Kelby
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, will host a Celebration of Life for a former employee, Elisa “Nicki” Rideout, in the City of Morrison Community Room, on Sunday, November 12, 2023. The hours of 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. All who knew, or were assisted by, Nicki Rideout are invited
Morrison Music Theater Association (MMTA) is pleased to announce the cast and crew of its holiday radio show, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” The play will be presented the weekend of the Morrison Christmas Walk, December 1-through-3, 2023, at Morrison Tech Auditorium, 701 Portland Street, Morrison, IL. Admission is free!
Today as Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 5, 2023, the American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms as they turn back their clocks, to help stay safe from home fires. Seven people lose their lives to home fires every day in United States. Test your
Stephen A. Deckro, Jr., beloved husband, father, and Attorney, peacefully departed this world on November 1, 2023, with his family by his side. He was born on February 14, 1940, in Valparaiso, IN, the eldest of five children born to Stephen and Mary Deckro. Stephen graduated from Valparaiso University and
Jude Holesinger submitted the article and photo. With Thanksgiving approaching and then Christmas, we naturally think of family gatherings around the table, which normally end in dessert. Traditionally, this includes a favorite pie, but do we truly know the story behind the pie? Catherine Lambrecht will share the history and
The following Morrison Junior High School students met standards for placement on the 1st Quarter Honor Roll, for 2023-2024. 6TH GRADE STRAIGHT As (4.000): GARRETT BAIMA, COEN FINKLE, LYLAH HARRIDGE, BRINKLEY ICENOGLE, COLTON KUEHL, JACOB MERTES, SUMMER PAGELOFF, ZOEY STUART, AVA WOLEVER, URYAH WRIGHT6TH GRADE HIGH HONOR ROLL (3.500 –