On Saturday, November 29, 2014, “Small Business Saturday,” citizens have an opportunity to support and celebrate their neighborhood retailers and restaurants. More than two-out-of-three Americans are now aware that Small Business Saturday is a day devoted to shopping and dining small. This special occasion will amplify the lifeblood of our
The report was submitted by Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./Morrison ARC Blood Drive Coordinator. On Thursday, November 20, 2014, we offered the sixth and final ARC blood drive of 2014 in Morrison, IL, at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, from noon to 6:00 p.m. The Morrison Grand Squares Square
The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) has applied to nominate an appropriate portion of the community’s commercial district to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With the assistance of our consultants, the MHPC has spent months researching and writing the substance of our application. In the hopes
LuAnne Navarra, P.E.O. Chapter FL Corresponding Secretary, submitted the following article. On Tuesday, October 21, 2014, members of P.E.O. Chapter FL met for dinner and a meeting at the Oak Room Restaurant, 903 W. Morris Street, Morrison, IL. President Jean Eggemeyer led the meeting. This year the Chapter FL program
The Morrison Community Hospital Foundation, which sponsors the Morrison Community Garden in French Creek Park, held their end-of-the-year Harvest Celebration dinner at Prairie Ridge Golf Course, 903 W. Morris Street, Morrison, IL. On Wednesday, November 19, 2014, 26 gardeners and guests enjoyed a delicious buffet, engaged in conversations centered around
CGH Medical Center and the CGH Auxiliary have teamed to present area residents with its first tree lighting ceremony. The event begins at5:30 p.m. in the hospital’s main clinic lobby, 101 E. Miller Road, Sterling, IL. The actual lighting will be at 5:45. Enjoy the LED lights along Locust and
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, November 7, 2014. Arrests: On Saturday, November 8, 2014, at approximately 8:20 p.m., Morrison Police responded to the area of E. Morris Street and the Odell Public Library, regarding a possible assault that had occurred.
Eight Morrison Junior High art students entered the Lions International Peace Poster contest. The theme was “Peace, Love, and Understanding.” Three members served on the committee and selected the finalist: Martha Kophamer, Darlene Smith, and Flora Stralow. Katelyn Vos was selected as the winner and was presented with a check
11-22-14 at 2:46 p.m. Justin M. Booker, age 22 of Rock Island, IL, was arrested for Unlawful Use of Electronic Device and Operating an Vehicle with Expired Registration (5/2014.) His Driver’s License was posted as bond. 11-22-14 at 2:20 p.m. Whiteside County Deputies conducted a traffic stop for Improper Display of
The Morrison Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) has applied to nominate an appropriate portion of the community’s commercial district to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With the assistance of our consultants, the MHPC has spent months researching and writing the substance of our application. In the hopes
Due to blowing snow and deteriorating road conditions, all Morrison, IL, schools will dismiss at 1;05 p.m., on Monday, November 24, 2014.
Due to blowing snow and deteriorating road conditions, all Morrison, IL, schools will dismiss at 1;05 p.m., on Monday, November 24, 2014.
There was a spirit of generosity and joy throughout Sullivan’s Foods, 300 N. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Saturday, November 22, 2014. Their annual Holiday Open House had much to offer customers and opportunities to share with the Morrison Friends Food Pantry. Manager Dan Baker
This Morrison, IL, first grader found the tree that matched her age on the southeast corner of IL Route 78 and U. S. Highway 30. It was installed earlier in the morning on Saturday, November 22, 2014. There are a total of six wooden trees, styled to reflect half of
Morrison firefighter Jeff Eissens, a veteran of 28 years, welcomed the public to the drive-through sandwich sale at the Morrison Fire Station, 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, November 22, 2014. Between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., firefighters sold grilled butterflied pork chops, brats, and hot dogs. Chips,