Lions members heard a presentation from Morrison High School Key Club President Bailey Smith and member Michelle Edwards, about the “Green Tree Plastic” recycle program. The project involves collecting certain plastic caps and lids. Initially 100 pounds of the plastic items would allow the Key Club to obtain a four
Marketing Director Karla Burn submitted this article and photograph. February is National Heart Health Month. According to www.thewomensbook.com, heart disease is the number one killer of women. It is more deadly than all forms of cancer combined. An estimated 43,000,000 women in the United States are affected with heart disease.
Resthave Care and Rehabilitation, located at 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, announced the Valentine’s Day royalty on Thursday, February 14, 2019, during a social. Residents listened to music by Roger Weis and were served cake and punch. Two Kings and Queens were honored.
The surrounding community is invited to a warm, winter meal on Thursday, February 21, 2019, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL. From 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., choose from a variety of soups and chili, a sandwich, and a beverage. For dessert, purchase items from the Garden
Editor’s note: The photo of the Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy Railroad Station was taken by Adam Moss. The newly reformed Thomson Depot Committee will meet Tuesday, February 12, 2019, at 6:30 p.m., at the Village Hall. The building is at the corner of Main and Market Streets, Thomson, IL. Discussion
With gratitude we wish to thank to the Morrison, IL, area residents’ 2018 support, given to Morrison Lions fundraisers, such as the recent Holiday Ham sale. With those funds the Lions completed a variety of service projects and gave aid to local, State, National and International needs. The largest service
Blackhawk Hills Regional Council (BHRC) announces its 2019 Monday meeting schedule for its Board of Directors. Dates include Board meetings, Regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (RCEDS) Committee meetings, and Annual Summits. The public is welcome to attend all of the meetings. Attendance is recommended for those with particular interest in
The Whiteside County Farm Bureau® Foundation will fund up to three summer internship positions, to assist in the coordination of the Foundation’s summer 2019 Farm Camp summer program. The Whiteside County Farm Bureau ® Foundation is a general not-for-profit corporation, organized under IRS Code 501(c)(3). One of its goals is
Rock River Hospice & Home has a need for volunteers. Become a Hospice Volunteer. There’s no time like the present to add life to each day of a hospice patient. Volunteers provide companionship and support to the terminally ill and their loved ones. They fill a unique role in providing
Since its origin in 1927, one Morrison, IL, women’s service organization has benefited local residents, students, and organizations. Wa-Tan-Ye was organized 92 years ago. Members are persons who are interested in giving service to their communities. Member Dorothy DeMay said, “We always are looking for new members to join us
Have you or anyone you know suffered the loss of a loved one? Are you grieving that loss and feeling like you don’t know how to cope? If you would like to understand your thoughts and feelings during this difficult time, join others for T*I*M*E (Together in Memories), a grief
On Thursday, January 17, 2019, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., The Sawmill Museum is hosting its first Food & Beverage Fest. The “Fest” will feature 20+ vendors from around the area, providing samples of food and drink. Drink vendors are breweries, wineries, and distilleries manufacturers, so guests can sample from
Marketing Director Karla Burn submitted the press release and photos. Rudy Vallejo visited Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison IL, on Friday, November 30, 2018, to the delight of residents. Vallejo is an Kickapoo Indian Dancer from the Quad Cities. He performed several dances with authentic Native American
Marketing Director Karla Burn submitted the press release and photo. Resthave Care & Rehabilitation’s Assisted Living residents rang in the New Year with a sparkling cider toast, as shown by Theresa Zilly. Shrimp cocktail, chips, salsa, cheese, sausage, crackers, hummus, and cookies were served. Residents enjoyed socializing, reminiscing of years
Although the Karpeles Manuscript Museum in Rock Island, IL, has been in existence since 1963, few people are aware of what treasures it holds. The local Rock Island site is part of several locations Nationwide which display the largest private collection of original manuscripts and documents. Chris and Margie Cain,