Graduation exercises for the Morison High School Class of 2013 will be held Sunday, May 26, at the E. M. “Bud” Cole Stadium, if the predicted thunderstorms avoid the area, or in the Auditorium, if they do not. Commencement begins at 2:00 p.m. for 71 students. Click here to view
The Morrison, IL, Fire Station was transformed into a gigantic kitchen and restaurant on Sunday, May 19, 2013, serving the annual community breakfast to “over 860 people,” according to Chief Dave Benters. The event hours of 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. allowed early and late risers to enjoy a freshly-cooked
The untimely and sad passing of beloved dance teacher Anne Petersen has stirred memories of lessons, recitals, costumes, a 30-year anniversary, and performances of “The Nutcracker Ballet.” Her efforts to share a love of dance have surely resonated with generations in the Morrison, IL, area, prior to Petersen’s visitation and
Patricia Louise Brandon “MomPom” Abram, 82, of Claremont, CA, formerly of Sterling, IL, died Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Patty was born March 6, 1931, in Tampico, IL, to Genevieve (Ribordy) and Forrest P. Brandon. She graduated from Catholic Community High School in Sterling, Class of 1949. She attended Mount St.
Joyce Meyer is one of the world’s leading practical Bible teachers. Every year, Meyer hosts a three-day, two-night woman’s conference with guest speakers. Her “Love Life” Women’s Conference is scheduled for Thursday, September 12, through Saturday, September 14, 2013, in St. Louis, MO.
On Monday morning, May 20, 2013, Bob Vaughn, above left, was filled with anticipation. “The first new brick on [a] Market Street [building] will be layed today!” he announced. The men who made that happen are, left-to-right: Eric Elmendorf, Elmendorf Masonry, Inc. of Sterling, IL mason John Sumption laborer Derek
“Dancing is the loftiest, the most moving, the most beautiful of the arts, because it is no mere translation or abstraction from life; it is life itself,” stated Havelock Ellis in The Dance of Life. Morrison, IL, choreographer and dance instructor Anne Petersen, made that her focus for decades. She
Martina Maxfield is a Certified Hatha Yoga and Meditation Teacher. She celebrates ten years of teaching “Yoga with Martina” this year. She stated, “The application of yoga is quite universal for the well-being of the mind, body, and spirit.”
Are you a Mustang football fan? Did you play football as a youth? Do you have trouble waiting for football season to begin? Then you will enjoy this unique summer opportunity. Attend an Alumni Football USA game and benefit the Morrison High School football program. Do you especially enjoy the
Corinne Bender, Morrison Chamber of Commerce Administrator, submitted the following community activities for May 17, 2013, in Morrison, IL. Morrison Hospital Auxiliary will be having a “Jewelry is Fun” show in the hospital lobby, 303 N. Jackson Street, on Friday, May 17. The show will open at 7:00 a.m. and
Morrison Table Tennis League ended its 2013 season with a double-elimination tournament held Monday, March 25.
Morrison Table Tennis League ended its 2013 season with a double-elimination tournament held Monday, March 25. Tournament winners, from left-to-right, were: 1st place, Mike Lacoursiere; 2nd place, Mark Zinnen; 3rd place, Doug Litwiller. Those with most wins for the 2013 Table Tennis season are, left-to-right, 3rd place, Jim Coyle, 1st place
“The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood.” The American National Red Cross uses this plea prior to every blood drive it hosts. That is because there is never a surplus of healthy blood, to save the American citizens who desperately need it. One donation can save up
2013 band lessons will be offered this summer in July and August for Morrison-area students. This is a good opportunity for students to continue playing and making progress through the summer, instead of putting the instrument away. This is especially important for 5th through 8th grades, but students who are
On Monday, May 13, 2013, the City of Morrison Council Meeting–Part 1 began as usual, at 7:00 p.m., in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. After 12 years, Mayor Roger Drey called his last meeting to order and requested a roll call that included, also