Volunteer to Place Flags on Veterans’ Graves

Editor’s note:  Not all Legionnaires are physically able to place 1000 American flags across the burial grounds.  Younger volunteer groups will work quickly.  Jerry Brearton submitted this press release. In preparation for Memorial Day ceremonies, the American Legion Post in Morrison, IL, will install flags on the graves of Veterans

May 12 Buy Tickets for Fulton Home Tour

Tickets are now available for purchase locally, to attend the Fulton Historical Society Tour of Homes.  Tours are Friday, May 15, and Saturday, May 16, 2026. On Tuesday, May 12, between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m., tickets will be for sale at Fulton Public Library, 501 Tenth Avenue, Fulton.

Firemen’s Pancake Breakfast Sunday, May 17

  The Morrison Fire Department will host its annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at its Fire Station at 206 W. Main Street, in Morrison, IL. The menu will include pancakes, sausage, orange juice, milk, and coffee for a donation to the

Firemen’s May 17 Breakfast: Buy the Anniversary Shirt

  Editor’s note:  This fundraiser day will be the last opportunity to purchase the Morrison Fire Department 150th Anniversary t-shirt.  Adult sizes run $20 (for Small, Medium, Large); $23 for (X-Large through XXX-Large.)  Youth sizes run Small, Medium, and Large. Morrison Fire Department is a not-for-profit organization that provides critical

Sterling Commercial Roofing Repairs Pavilion Roof

  Photos were taken by Legion member Barry Linder. During the Memorial Day celebration on Monday, May 25, 2026, take note of new shingles on the pavilion. Volunteer efforts reached new heights this past Saturday, April 25, 2026, as Sterling Commercial Roofing (SCR), a Tecta America Company, LLC spearheaded a

American Red Cross Recognizes Dedication of its Volunteers

  National Volunteer Week is being observed from April 19, through April 25, 2026.  The American Red Cross of Illinois would like to honor those who are the heart of the organization.  They are volunteers who contribute their time and talent, to make the Red Cross mission possible every day. Generations of American

Salvation Army Homelessness Program April 26

  Marc Adami submitted this press release. The Whiteside Forum will host Lt. Jessica Tosh on Sunday April 26, 2026, to address the topic of “Homelessness.”  Jessica serves as a Corps Officer at the Salvation Army Sterling-Rock Falls Corps Community Center.  She brings vast experience and knowledge to her role,

Resthave Care & Rehabilitation to Thank Volunteers

Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, will honor those citizens, who offered volunteer service to Skilled Care and Nursing residents.  The “Volunteer Breakfast” will begin at 9:00 a.m., on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, in the Assisted Living Dining Room. Come join us to celebrate you!  Whether you

April 18 Lions Recycle Day 9:00 a.m. to Noon

  Lions Club Morrison Area Recycle Day is Saturday, April 18, 2026.  This annual event will be at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL, from 9:00 a.m. to noon.  We reserve the right to refuse any item, because there are many things we cannot accept for

Reserve a Spot for MCH Annual Auxiliary Tea

  Editor’s note:  Encourage a relative or friend to join the MCH Auxiliary; the yearly membership is $10.  Their focus is to support Hospital and patient needs.  Annual Scholarships and renewals are awarded to Morrison students in the health care fields. Mick Welding submitted the press release; photos were taken

March 19 ARC Morrison Community Blood Drive Report

  Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./ARC Morrison Blood Program Leader, submitted the photo of Power Cell donors.  The Editor submitted a photo after her 81st donated pint (ten+ gallons.) The second 2026 American Red Cross Morrison Community Blood Drive was held on Thursday, March 19, at Morrison United Methodist Church.  Many

Easter Bunny Arrives at Kiwanis Park

  Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and photographed the Easter Bunny.  Key Club Advisor Brian Bartoz submitted the other pictures.  Click the link to read Bartoz’s feature about Key Club highschoolers and adults who packed 1400 plastic eggs. Anxious youngsters started arriving at Morrison, IL, Kiwanis Park, in

Key Clubbers and Volunteers Filled 1400 Easter Eggs!

  Morrison High School Key Club Advisor Brian Bartoz submitted these photos of the packing preparation, on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, before the Annual Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt of Saturday, March 28.  Click the link to a report on the event. Key Club member Cierra Weets (left) and Morrison Kiwanis

NO KINGS! Protest March 28, Noon to 3:00

  On Tuesday, February 18, 2026, the Carroll County Democrats, by a unanimous vote, decided to sponsor a “No Kings” protest demonstration, to be held on Saturday, March 28, from noon to 3:00 p.m.  They and other interested citizens will assemble next to the Dental Office, at 401 Main Street,

2026 Morrison Easter Egg Hunts

  The following service organization and residential care facilities in Morrison, IL, invite families to attend 2026 Easter Egg Hunts.  Bring a container for each child and a means to photograph the fun. SATURDAY, MARCH 28 Kiwanis Club/MHS Key Club will hold their Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Kiwanis Park,