Donating Is as Easy as Pie!

Donations to the American Red Cross Blood Drive can be made between noon and 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.  Sullivan’s Foods will donate a pie to those who attempt to donate.  Be a hero in an hour’s time–save

Rotary Students of the Months

The following Morrison High Schoolers were recognized as Rotary Students of the Month for October and November 2012, respectively:  Matt Wilkens and Kate Fricker, top, and Kyle Meurs and Alyssa Patten.  Each was nominated by teachers and chosen for “doing good things and reaching out to others.”  The specific criteria

Tentative Wastewater Treatment Plants Viewed

The Community Room at the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, was the venue for a City of Morrison Open House on Thursday, November 15, 2012, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.  Those interested in the future wastewater treatment project were invited to attend and view three tentative plans.

SuperWash Holiday Promotion

With 50 degree temperatures on Thursday, November 15, 2012, I made a point to wash my car at SuperWash, Inc., 707 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.  As I pulled a token from the glovebox, I noticed there was now only one left.  I always buy a lot of tokens when there

Fire Department Sandwich Drive-Through

On Saturday, November 17, 2012, the Morrison Fire Department will host its annual drive-through Sandwich Sale, at 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  The menu includes chips, pop, and a choice of sandwich:  pork chop, brat, or hot dog. Convenient service from your toasty vehicle is between the hours of

Puzzle Auction Ends November 15

Four Seasons Living Center, within Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, is abuzz with jigsaw puzzle bidders again, as the final days of this popular silent auction fundraiser draw near.  Bids will be taken until noon on Thursday, November 15, 2012.  All monies go to the FSLC

Sullivan’s Holiday Open House

Preview and sample many holiday goods during the Holiday Open House at Sullivan’s Foods, 300 N. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, November 17, 2012.  The annual event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Consider these activities. Sullivan’s Foods gift cards will be drawn every hour. Children may decorate

Maple Leaves and Gift Bags Benefit Food Pantry

Our City is blessed with magnificent maple trees along streets and in yards of its residents.  They are one of the earliest trees to send forth welcoming, spring leaves and the earliest to transform those leaves into rich, autumn colors.  The public has an opportunity to transform paper maples into

Decide and Vote–Both Precious Verbs

The polls open at 6:00 a.m. for those who like to begin Election Day by exercising their freedom to vote in the General Election.  The polls close at 7:00 p.m.  In such a close Presidential contest, all votes are powerful. If you have children, even young ones, consider your act

Did You Reset Every Timepiece?

Daylight Saving Time has come to an end.  Adjust back one hour all your clocks, watches, and appliances.  Don’t forget clocks in your vehicles and watches not currently on your wrist.

Does Your Child Need a Winter Coat?

Scott Smithee of The City Rebar Detailing, Inc. reported he has 15 warm, new coats that were not given to children on Friday, October 18, 2012, during the fourth annual Coats for Kids event. “There was an overrun on sizes,” Smithee explained.  The community service project is held in conjunction

Mogasheen Resort Day Honors Sykes Family

The beauty and serenity of Mogasheen Resort, on the edge of Lake Namakagon, is captured twice in this photograph.  The property recently was honored by Scott Walker, Governor of the State of Wisconsin, with congratulations for the 50 year anniversary of “offering a quality family vacation to all of their

Trick-or-Treating October 31

Trick-or-Treating within the City of Morrison, IL, has been designated for Wednesday, October 31, 2012.  The hours are from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.   Click here for some Halloween Google giggles.