2023 Morrison Taste of Ireland

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Friday, March 17, 2023, several food and beverage choices will be offered in Morrison, IL, from east-to-west and north-to-south.  Choose corned beef and cabbage meals, reuben sandwiches, desserts, and beverages with a nod to the Irish.  Below are 13 options, several of which are

Jeanne A. Berger (1932 – 2023)

Jeanne A. Berger, 90 of Prophetstown, IL, died Saturday March 11, 2023, at her home. She was born on July 29, 1932, in Maywood, IL, the daughter of Theodore Louis and Anna Helen (Balchen) Birr. She married Donald E. Berger on June 14, 1953 in Oregon, IL. He died May

Carol Ann Weeks (1943 – 2023)

Carol Ann Weeks, 79, of Rock Falls, IL, died on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at her home. Carol was born on November 3, 1943, in Sterling, IL, the daughter of George and Nellie (Reisinger) Knight. She married Emery L. Weeks on July 8, 1961, in Fulton, IL. Carol was employed

FFA Students to Dispense Coffee and Doughnuts

Morrison Future Farmers of America members will hand out coffee and doughnuts on Tuesday, March 21, 2013, inside Farmers National Bank, 1100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Students will celebrate National Agriculture Day from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m.

March 17 Knights of Columbus Fish Fry

Knights of Columbus members will host their second Lenten Fish Friday, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL. The date is Friday, March 17, 2023. The final meal is March 31. Enjoy all-you-can-eat, fried and baked Alaskan Pollack.  Beer-battered fish; potato;

Softball Game Cancellation Tonight

Morrison High School Athletic Director Gregg Dolan reported, “Due to weather conditions, tonight’s Softball game, Monday, March 13, 2009, against Stockton has been cancelled. At this time, we do not have a makeup date set,”

March 3 Morrison Police Report

The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, March 3, 2023. Arrests: On Sunday, March 5, at approximately 7:41 p.m., Morrison Police Department responded to an assault, at 630 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. As a result of the investigation, Morrison Police arrested and charged Avitar Torrez, age 35,

Roland “Rollie” James Ebbers (1935 – 2023)

Roland “Rollie” James Ebbers, 87, of Morrison, IL, died Friday, March 10, 2023, at his home, surrounded by family. Rollie was born June 26, 1935, in Grand Rapids, MI, to Alva J. and Corra D. (DeYoung Nyhof) Ebbers. He was a 1953 graduate of Fulton High School in Fulton, IL.

Girl Scout Sunday at Methodist Church

Celebrate Girl Scout Sunday on Sunday, March 12, 2023, recognizing the anniversary of the origin of Girl Scouts of America, on March 12, 1912. Sunday, March 12, is Girl Scout Sunday. In honor of the annual National Girl Scout Week celebration, Girl Scout Troop 1504 will assist in the service,

Charlotte’s Web Delights All Ages

The Editor attended a near-full house at Morrison Tech auditorium, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL, to witness the 7:00 p.m. Morrison Music Theater Association production of “Charlotte’s Web,” on Saturday, March 11, 2023. The cast of 17 ranged in ages from Grade School to Grandparents. Lovers of the charming, multi-award

Set Time Keeping Devices Ahead March 11

A welcome sign of Spring’s approach is Daylight Saving Time, which begins Sunday, March 12, 2023.  Reset all time pieces and appliances ahead one hour on Saturday evening, March 11, or on Sunday. Don’t forget vehicle clocks and watches not currently worn.  Smartphones will adjust themselves while you sleep.

Battle of the Badges ARC Blood Drive

Team Leader Kaywyn Beswick wrote the press release and submitted the photograph. The American Red Cross Blood Drive is Thursday, March 16, 2023, from noon to 6:00 p.m. Only seven open appointments are available: three Double Red Cell/Power Red donors, and four Whole Blood donors. March is Red Cross Month.

Meet Softball Coach Kim Snyder

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the feature and took the photo. As the weather eases and the clocks turn back an hour, the Morrison Fillies Softball team is preparing for a season under new, Head Coach Kim Snider. A graduate of Maroa-Forsyth High School and Eureka College, Eureka, IL, Coach

Fillies Under New Leadership

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the feature and took the photo. As the weather eases and the clocks turn back an hour, the Morrison Fillies Softball team is preparing for a season under new, Head Coach Kim Snider. A graduate of Maroa-Forsyth High School and Eureka College, Eureka, IL, Coach

Folkers Signs with UW-Platteville

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the press release and took the photograph. Morrison High School Senior Marissa Folkers signed a Letter of Intention, to attend the University of Wisconsin at Platteville, WI, and participate in their Softball program. The Wednesday, March 9, 2023, signing ceremony was held in the MHS