In honor of military veterans and the approaching Memorial Day observance, Morrison Historical Society has invited Terry Dingmon of Clinton, IA, as featured speaker on Sunday, May 17, 2015. Doors open at 1:00 p.m., with his presentation beginning at 1:30, at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Dingmon
Recently, Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community, 403 Scenic Street, Morrison, IL, hosted an “Afternoon of Arts for Seniors” on Thursday, April 23, 2015, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. A dozen participants each completed an acrylic painting under the direction of Jan Wollam, Morrison. All materials were furnished by Windsor Manor.
Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, will host an Open House on Sunday, June 7, 2015, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Featured will be the new Body CT (CAT Scan) and mammography machines and updated community cafeteria. Information about adult immunizations will be available. Refreshments will
Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, May 5, 2015, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room. The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of April 21, 2015, minutes New Business Unfinished Business
Wild Rose Casino & Resort announces MMA Extreme Challenge 232 to perform in the Oakwood Grand Ballroom on Saturday, May 30, 2015. Extreme Challenge 232 will start at 7:30 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30. General admission tickets are $30 in advance or $35 on the day of the event;
The Whiteside County Fair has made exciting changes to the premium structure for the upcoming 2015 Demolition Derby, which will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2015. This year total premiums offered will be $8000, which is up significantly from premiums offered in prior years. The Derby will also pay
You are invited to the Community Room in Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, May 7, 2015. Morrison Chamber of Commerce will hold its first “Lunch and Learn” seminar, from 11:30 a.m.to 1:00 p.m. This event is open to current Chamber members and anyone interested
David Bean submitted this article. Morrison High School sent 48 events to the IHSA State Solo and Ensemble Music Contest held on Saturday, March 7, 2015, at West Carroll High School in Savanna, IL. Thirty-seven events earned Superior ratings, and 11 events earned Excellent ratings. Other Illinois schools participating in
To celebrate National Hospital Week, Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, is holding a Doll and Bear Clinic on Wednesday, May 13, 2015. You read it right–a special clinic for very special patients. These will be the dolls and stuffed animals of your children or grandchildren. In
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, is pleased to announce Lori Matlack as its new Director. Matlack replaced Patricia Fuller, who resigned in January 2015 to spend more time with her new grandchild. Matlack, Lisa Boles, and Katie Rider shared Director responsibilities in the interim, before Lori
Schmaling Library and Windmill Area Educators are sponsoring a Bag Sale on Saturday, May 2, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The sale will be held at the former Trinity Reformed Church, located on the corner of 5th Street and 13th Avenue, in Fulton, IL. Everything you can fit
Charges listed below are accusations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. 04-21-15 at 9:52 p.m. Whiteside Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Tampico, IL, area. Upon further investigation,Jennifer B. Seeley-Farmer, age 42 of Deer Grove, IL, was arrested for No Tail Lights When Required, two counts
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, April 24, 2015. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 04-25-15 Christopher M. Brackemyer 26 Fulton, IL Failure to Reduce Speed (Accident) & Operating
Resthave Home’s residents and staff celebrated Rena Heusinkveld’s 100th birthday on Thursday, April 30, 2015. The honoree gave a short speech thanking everyone for planning her party and coming to celebrate with her. She also thanked staff for all ofher great care at Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL.
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