Morrison, IL, Rotarians gathered together to make sure the mile from DQ Grill & Chill to Morrison Veterinary Clinic, along Highway 30, is free from garbage. Our faithful Trash Troopers pictured left-to-right are Paul VanKampen, JD Benko, John Tomasino, Tanner Girard, Mike Gunderson, Stan Steines, Brad Yaklich, Karl Kovarik,
Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./ARC Blood Program Leader submitted the report and photos. The July American Red Cross Morrison Community blood drive is usually held at the United Methodist Church. They had an air conditioning issue that was not going to be repaired in time for the Thursday, July 16,
Mick Welding submitted the article and photograph. Shown presenting a Past-President pin and a commemorative plaque to outgoing Rotary Club President Ellen Smith, is in-coming President Kevin Schisler. Smith presented Schisler with a President’s pin. She was congratulated for a job well done! Schisler noted he would discuss some
Judy Holesinger submitted the press release. Volunteer Millers at de Immigrant in Fulton, IL, invite the public to a presentation by John Roland and Greg Obren, about the history of early aviation in Clinton County, IA Their program is Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at the Windmill
The 155th Annual Whiteside County Fair, which starts Tuesday, August 18, 2026, and runs through Saturday, August 22, will honor Kenny Ryals as Friend of the Fair. Each year, the Whiteside County Fair Board of Directors seeks to honor those who are an integral part of making our fair
Come enjoy a root beer float and meet some local Democratic candidates at “Floats and Vote.” This free, family event will beheld at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Sunday, August 2, 2026, from 1:00-to-3:00 p.m. IL House of Representatives candidates Nicole Dopler and Nolan
It is with immense sadness that Rock River Hospice & Home announces it will close its operations on Saturday, August 1, 2026. For more than four decades, the organization has served patients and families throughout the Sauk Valley and surrounding communities. Since 1982, Rock River Hospice & Home has
In 1979, Morrison, IL, Craig Brady, Tom Ellicott, and friends created two home movies. On Wednesday, July 22, 2026, Brady classified them as “sophomoric humor.” Sophomoric humor (also called juvenile humor or schoolboy humor) is any type of humor that is considered silly, immature, or childish. Recently the feature
On Sunday, July 26, 2026, American history aficionado Lonnie Rice will offer a free public program about Morrison, IL, soldiers during the Civil War. Hosted by Morrison Historical Society, free presentation will be in the City of Morrison Community Room, [Odell Public Library], 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.
The Morrison Community High School Class of 1966 will hold their 60th Class Reunion, on the weekend of Friday, October 2, and Saturday, October 3, 2026. ∗ A “Meet and Greet” will be held Friday evening, October 2, downtown at Double G Saloon, 113 W. Main Street, beginning
On Sunday, July 26, 2026, Morrison Historical Society will host speaker Lonnie Rice at the City of Morrison Community Room, in Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. He will illustrate involvement of Morrison soldiers during the Civil War. There will be historical items on display. Doors
Editor’s note: Harry S. Truman stated, “America was built on courage, on imagination, and on undefeatable determination.” A historical “origin story” of the United States of America, “Hamilton” is in a musical class of its own. On Sunday, July 12, 2026, Odell Public Library will show the smash-hit musical,
At 9:00 a.m., on Saturday, June 27, 2026, Marvin Geerts will honored for his attainment of 100 years of life, as well as his 80 membership in The American Legion. At his residence, Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Street, Morrison, IL, a special presentation will honor “his significant
Grab your friends and come to “Winesday”–Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Join The Department of Fun for an evening of wine, fun, and prizes in Downtown Morrison. The event is from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Register here: https://WinesdayWednesday2026.eventbrite.com. Tickets include: ✔️ a wine glass ✔️ 15+ different wines to sample
The Whiteside Forum will host Clark “Bucky” Halker and his rescheduled presentation of “This Land is Your Land: The Folksongs of Woody Guthrie,” on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. “Bucky” Halker is an American academic, music historian, labor activist, singer, and songwriter who specializes in American folk