Morrison Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 7, 2015, for Treasures of the Blue Iris. Located at 100 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, in the former Isle of Rhodes Restaurant, the retail store is owned by the Scott Family. Contents are varied and beautifully crafted,
Can you name a business that has served your financial interests for 55 years? On Saturday, June 13, 2015, Advantage One Credit Union, 204 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, will honor its members during the past 5.5 decades. From 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. there will be games, food, and
PUBLIC AUCTION Sealed Bid Process The City of Morrison, IL, is disposing of a vehicle at Public Auction, through a Sealed Bid Process only. Sealed bids are being accepted for the following vehicle: 2007 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor, white, four-door, approximately 119,116 miles. This vehicle is being sold “As
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all Driver Services facilities and offices open Monday through Friday will be closed Monday, May 25, 2015, in observance of Memorial Day. Driver Services facilities that are open Tuesday through Saturday will close on Saturday, May 23. All Driver Services facilities will
Clinton Community College Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society members are collecting pancake syrup and strawberry jam for the summer Children’s Cancer Camp. Are you are interested in donating large plastic jars of strawberry jam and bottles of pancake syrup? Please donate these in the Student Success Center, CCC Room 104,
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor Bruce Rauner’s Office that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff on behalf of Peace Officers Memorial Day. Gary Tresenriter, City of
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, May 8, 2015. Arrests: On Sunday, May 10, 2015, at approximately 1:00 a.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop at U. S. Route 30 and Carroll Road (N. IL Route 78) on a vehicle driven
Join us for Opening Day of the Morrison Farmers’ Market on Saturday, May 23, 2015, from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m., behind Whiteside County Court Services, 204 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. We are happy to open the market for the season and bring our customers lots of wonderful products–from both new and
During April and early May 2015, eggs and baby birds were of immense interest in eight primary classrooms at Northside Elementary School, 520 N. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL. Duck and quail eggs were brooded and hatched in Kindergarten classrooms of Melissa Christensen, Wendy Connelly, Fran Smith, and Carisa Swanson. Chickens of
LeAnn’s Dance Connection will host the 12th Annual Spring Recital on Sunday, May 17, 2015, in two performances, at 1:30 and 6:00 p.m. Both are in the Morrison High School auditorium, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. Each recital will include the same performances, including the new tumbling class, as well
The “High Five” campaign to thank Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, for 125 years of service was a great success! Odell Public Library Friends sincerely thank everyone who contributed, including an anonymous donor who wrote a generous check to complete the $750 goal. Watch for two
Dear Editor: I attended the play “Thoroughly Modern Millie” this weekend and was impressed with the talent of the students participating (two individuals were my favorites). [Editor’s note: Vander Bleek’s granddaughters are Isabel and Tessa.] At the end of the play, a number of individuals were mentioned and deserved the
Continuing with its Concert Series, Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, is thrilled to welcome Southern Gospel music’s favorite mixed group, The Perrys, when they return in concert on Friday, May 15, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of the church. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center, 1637 Plock Road, Dixon, IL, will host an introduction and overview of the Illinois Compassionate Care Act Program, Medical Cannabis Pilot Program. The public is invited for this free, question and answer seminar, beginning at 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 13, 2015. PharmaCannis is the
Extend your appreciation of United States military personnel by attending these 2015 Morrison, IL, Memorial Day events. The general public, guests, and visitors of all ages are welcome at each event. A Veterans Buffet Luncheon hosted by American Legion Post #328 will be held Saturday, May 23, at 11:00 a.m.,