McDonald’s Benefits Marching Mustangs Color Guard

  On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, McDonald’s, 604 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, allowed a second “Good Neighbor Night” fundraiser, to benefit Morrison High School Marching Mustangs Color Guard.  This event was based on sales between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.  The Music Boosters received $500 to expand the Color Guard program.

Morrison Marching Color Guard Fundraiser April 15

  The community is invited to attend a Music Department fundraiser, on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.  This “Good Neighbor Night” event is sponsored by McDonald’s, 604 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. A portion of all sales will be donated to the Morrison High School Music Department,

Morrison Sets Team Record in Illinois Masonic Academic Bowl

  Scholastic Bowl Coach Brian Bartoz submitted this report and photograph. Morrison High School’s Scholastic Bowl team won three-of-its-five matches in the Illinois Masonic Academic Bowl State Tournament, on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Bloomington, IL, High School.  Their 3-2 record is the best record any MHS team achieved in

Basketball State Finals: Girls Begin March 5, Boys Start March 12

  America’s Original March Madness is well underway.  The State Final schedules are reverting back to 2023 and 2024 schedule, after a test run with a new schedule last year.  The Girls’ and Boys’ schedules are identical this year.  The traditional program can be viewed/downloaded:  https://www.ihsa.org/Resources/State-Programs. Click the links below

Morrison Winter Park Is Open for Sledders

  Sledding down the Waterworks Park hill is allowed now, at Morrison Winter Park.  Begin at 503 W. Winfield Street outside the skating rink–which is not open to the public yet.  Bring your own sled, snowboard, or disc.  Or borrow one from the “sled library” behind the rink fencing.  Persons

Arnie Beswick to be Honored November 9

  On Saturday, November 9, 2024, beginning at 1:30 p.m., Morrison Historical Society invites the public to honor its home town Drag Racing legend, Arnie Beswick.  The venue is Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL.  Those who own fan gear are encouraged to wear it. After the

Chad Starbuck Talk about Arnie Beswick

  Arnie Beswick will attend the multi-media program by Chad Starbuck on, Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.  Three of Arnie’s and Evelyn’s four daughters also will attend:  Arnette Beswick, Paula Wiersema, and Michelle Beswick.  Doors open at 1:00 p.m.  Starbuck’s talk, DVD,

High Street Run/Walk and Night Disc Golf

  Register for Hallowe’en fun for all ages, on Saturday, October 19, 2024:  www.quickscores.com/morrisonsports. Dress for the free 9:00 a.m. Costume Contest, before the “Nightmare on High Street 3K (1.86 miles) Run/Walk.”  It begins at Northside Elementary School, W. High Street and N. Genesee Street.  Fees for the Run are

Marching Mustangs Color Guards Fundraiser

  If you attended the opening Mustang Varsity Football game, Friday, August 30, 2024,  you witnessed a new Marching Mustangs Color Guard.  This activity is being reactivated after more than ten years.  Hillary Blevins and Ruth Christin are adult co-sponsors, who teach technical skills and choreography with flags. Current Guardians

Tennis Pro Hired by Sterling Park District

The Sterling Park District is pleased to announce that Chris Dudley of Shreveport, LA, has been hired as the “Racquet Sports Director/Head Tennis Professional” at the Westwood Tennis Center, 1900 Westwood Drive, Sterling, IL. Chris brings over 40 years of tennis experience to Westwood, having played and worked in New

February 3 B-rrry Scurry Race Results

The 43rd Clinton Community College B-rrry Scurry 4-Mile Run enjoyed a warm day for the annual event, on Saturday, February 3, 2024. The 550 runners and walkers took to the course at noon for this event, which raises funds for the Paul B. Sharar Foundation B-rrry Scurry scholarship program. Runners

CCC B-rrry Scurry Results

Clinton Community College B-rrry Scurry 4-Mile Run participants were blessed with a sunny, 42-degree day for the 42nd annual event on Saturday, February 4 2023. The 397 runners and walkers took to the course at noon, for the annual event that raises funds for the Paul B. Sharar Foundation B-rrry