Rotary Recognizes Students of the Month Lee and Anderson

  Rotarian Mick Welding submitted the press release honoring two Morrison High School students.  Pictured left-to-right are Morrison High School Principal, Dr. Dusti Markham, Ethan Lee, Brady Anderson, and Morrison Rotary President Ellen Smith. The Morrison Rotary Club was pleased to recognize our March 2026 Morrison High School Students of

Last Winter Day, Third Thursday, at The Loft on Main

  The spring, vernal equinox arrives at 9:46 a.m., on Friday, March 20, 2026.  There will be a nearly equal amount of daylight and darkness, at all latitudes of our planet.  The Northern Lights will become visible soon. Celebrate the last day of winter on March 19, during Third Thursday

Celebrate Pi(e) Day at Odell Public Library March 14

  Journey to Pi(e) Island with Odell Public Library on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:14 p.m., to celebrate “Pi Day!”  March 14 is celebrated as “Pi Day,” because 3.14 are the first digits of the mathematical constant pi.  The date March 14 can be written as 3/14,

ARC Honors State Farm® with Mission Leader Award

  The American Red Cross is proud to present State Farm® with the 2026 Mission Leader Award, recognizing its remarkable support and sustained commitment to the Red Cross mission.  This annual award honors an organization, whose leadership and commitment, has driven extraordinary results in advancing the organization’s humanitarian work to

American Legion Celebrates 107 Years

  Jerry Brearton submitted this birthday article. The American Legion in Morrison, IL, honored their organization’s 107th Birthday with cake and ice cream. On Monday, March 9, 2026, 14 members met at 306 E. Main Street, headquarters for Post 328.  Left-to-right standing are:  Shaine DeMay; Ken Brainerd; Larry Zuidema; Garry

Wild Boar to Baconfest: Pigs in History and Popular Culture

  Sterling Rock Falls Historical Society will present a “tasty” program at the Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society’s 2:00 p.m. meeting, on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Lincoln Learning Center, 611 E. Third Street, Sterling, IL.  This special presentation is also sponsored by the Sterling Public Library.  The public is

Letter from Leveda Ashlin for Food Pantry Support

  All volunteers at Morrison Charitable Food Pantry NFP want to send a heartfelt “Thank You” for your support in 2025.  We sent out an appeal for help in October, to help cover extra expenses due to the increase in the number of new clients we were seeing, (partially due

Kiwanis Members Donated to Organizations

  Steve Davis, President Morrison Kiwanis, is shown last year, presenting a $200 check to Hillary Blevins for Morrison Girl Scouts.  This is one of the organizations Kiwanis Club supported in 2025.  We thank our community for all the support they give us, so we can help others. On Tuesday,

Lions Rose Day Sale and Recycle Day

  Mark your calendars for two significant events sponsored by Morrison Lions Club, in April 2026. Morrison Lions Club members are taking orders for roses to be delivered on Good Friday, April 3.  We cannot guarantee a certain color, but your request will be honored as closely as possible.  Colors

March 2 Deadline to Nominate Rock Falls Hometown Hero

   Applications will be accepted through Monday, March 2, 2026, to apply for the Rock Falls, IL, Hometown Heroes Military Banner Program.  This initiative recognizes current and former Rock Falls residents who have served–or are currently serving–our Country, in any branch of the United States Military.  Space is limited, so

Rotary February Students of the Month: Milnes and Buikema

  Morrison Rotary Club announces the February 2026 Morrison High School Students of the Month.  Pictured left-to-right are Sophia Milnes; Morrison High School Principal Dr. Dusti Markham; Harper Buikema; Morrison Rotary Club President Ellen Smith. Sophia Milnes Sophia is the daughter of Mitchell and Leigh Milnes.  She is involved in

Revolutionary War Activities Event February 15

  Learn about Revolutionary times, at “Celebrate America’s 250th” anniversary, on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at York Township Library, 1005 W. Main Street, Thomson, IL, 61285.  Become a Revolutionary Reader and participate in games and activities for the whole family. The event is sponsored by ∗  Charles Carroll Society Children

February 28 Music Boosters Trivia Night

  Get ready to impress your friends with your trivia knowledge, while supporting local music!   Join the Morrison Music Boosters for their 3rd Annual Trivia Night, on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in the Community Room at Odell Public Library.  The location is 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  Doors open

American Red Cross Urges: Learn First Aid and CPR

    February is National Heart Month, thus the American Red Cross urges people to be ready for the moments that matter. Today, millions of Americans serve as caregivers, who support both young children and aging loved ones–often at the same time.  Yet many of them lack critical lifesaving training,