Jason A. Graham (1991 – 2023)

Jason A. Graham, 31, formerly of Morrison, IL, died Thursday, March 16, 2023. Jason was born October 22, 1991, in Sterling, IL, to Amy L. Graham. He was educated in the Morrison grade schools and Morrison High School. He received his GED when he was 17. He had various jobs

First Presbyterian Drive-Up Meal March 30

First Presbyterian Church of Morrison, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a Drive-Up Meal to the public, from 5:00 p.m. until food runs out, on Thursday, March 30, 2023. Rev. Dr. Mike Selburg stated, “Now that early sunsets are gone, meals will begin at 5:00 p.m. Community members of all

Good Friday Community Cross Walk

First Presbyterian Church Rev. Dr. Michael Selburg submitted this press release. You are invited to celebrate Good Friday together as one united Church community. All are welcome. Short, different, worship services will be held inside two locations in Morrison, IL. The Morrison Ministers Council will host their annual Good Friday

Flags at Half-Staff for School Shooting Deaths

Please lower the United States flags and the State flags at all buildings until Sunset on Friday, March 31. “As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on [Monday,] March 27, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee, by the authority vested in me as President

2023 Easter Egg Hunts

The following organization, churches, and residential care facilities in Morrison, IL, invite families to attend 2023 Easter Egg Hunts. Some occur on the same day, so select which times are convenient. Bring a container for each child and a means to photograph the fun. Listed are a half dozen April

March 16 ARC Blood Drive Report

Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./Morrison Community ARC Blood Program Team Leader submitted this report and photographs. The second American Red Cross Community Blood Drive of 2023 was held on Thursday, March 16, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, from noon to 6:00 p.m. Thank you, SMCC, for allowing

Eugene A. Brinkman (1928 – 2023)

Eugene A. Brinkman, age 94, died Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Homestead of Morrison Assisted Living, in Morrison, IL. Eugene was born on April 11, 1928, in Tampico, IL, the son of George and Arvilla (Buchwald) Brinkman. He married Beulah Rosene on January 2, 1949, in Tampico. She preceded him

Odell Closes For Floor Installation

Katie Rider submitted this press release. Mary Ellen Brackemyer supplied the pictures from Tuesday, March 20, though Friday, March 24. Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, will be closed for three weeks, beginning Monday, March 20, 2023. The closure will allow for the preparation and installation of

March 2023 Rotary Students of the Month

Rotarian Mick Welding sent the press release and photograph. Morrison Rotary Club recognized two Morrison High School students as our March 2023 Students of the Month. The first is Annie Dykstra, daughter of Brandi Renkes and Darren Dykstra. She is involved in the Education Bound program through the high school, loves

90th Birthday Party for Tom Slowhower

Tom Slothower soon will become a Nonagenerian, with a birth date of April 4, 1933. He will be 32, 872 days old–but who’s counting! Please join the family to help us celebrate this milestone, on Sunday, April 2, 2023, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., at New Life Lutheran Church, 702

Happy 90th Birthday, Tom Slothower

Tom Slothower soon will become a Nonagenerian, with a birth date of April 4, 1933. He will be 32, 872 days old–but who’s counting! Please join the family to help us celebrate this milestone, on Sunday, April 2, 2023, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., at New Life Lutheran Church, 702

“Sound The Alarm,” Morrison 2023

WHEN WHAT WHOSTART END0800 MFD arrives to start table/chair setup MFD0845 Doors open for check-in & late registration Emily0845 0930 Registration & Create Team Assignments Emily0930Send teams, by name & number, to take seats in bay fortraining DaveWelcome & Introductions Dave+*Training (Trifolds as guide). Gear is on team chairs. DaveQuestions

Larry William Smith (1944 – 2023)

Larry William Smith, 78, of Lyndon, IL, passed away at OSF in Rockford, IL, on Friday, March 24, 2023. He was born to Warren N. Smith and Yetta R. Lyon, November 4, 1944. Larry originally is from Morrison, IL, but he graduated from Sterling High School in 1962. He married

Dennis G. Hook (1960 – 2023)

Dennis G. Hook, 62, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Javon Bea Hospital in Rockford, IL. Dennis was born May 9, 1960, in Morrison, IL, to Isaac “Ike” and Lucille R. (Habben) Hook. He was educated in the Morrison Grade Schools and was a 1978 graduate of

April 4 Vision for Conservation Education

Western Whiteside County has long been known as a natural flyway for migratory birds. During fall and spring, we observe flocks making their way via the Mississippi River. Many species rely on the habitats of native plants for shelter, food, and rest as they make that journey. With urbanization and