Kiwanis Donates to Morrison Day Care

Steve Davis, President of Morrison Kiwanis,  presented a $200 check to Jennifer Reynolds, to benefit Morrison Day Care.  We want to thank everyone who supported our Sandwich sales, on Saturday, May 25, 2024. Because of your support, we are able to help Morrison Day Care and many others in our

May 16 ARC Blood Drive Report

Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./ARC Morrison Community Blood Program Leader, submitted the report and photos. The third Morrison Community American Red Cross blood drive of 2024 was held on Thursday, May 16, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL, from noon to 5:45 p.m. The sponsor for

United Way Summer Meals for Whiteside County Kids

United Way of Whiteside County will continue its tradition of providing free, nutritious meals once a week, to children across the County, through the Let’s Feed Our Children program. In Morrison, IL, from Wednesday, June 5, 2024, through Wednesday, August 7, kids and teens can receive free grab-and-go lunches, at

Nursing Scholarship Applications Due June 14

Friday, June 14, 2024, is the submission deadline for the 2024 CGH Health Foundation scholarship application. Area students already accepted into their Healthcare/Nursing Program professional field of study are eligible. There are 11 different grants available, ranging from $1000 to $3000. The total amount to be awarded is $28,500. Four

600+ Attend Fire Department Breakfast

On Saturday, May 19, 2024, Morrison Fire Department staff swapped out a half dozen large pieces of equipment, in order to fill their building space with tables and chairs, for prospective breakfast eaters. To promote the annual fundraiser, Engine 1 served as a billboard at the corner of U. S.

Memorial Day Ceremonies May 27

James Prombo submitted this press release. 2024 Memorial Day Ceremonies will be held in Morrison, IL, on Monday, May 27. Parade line up will begin at The American Legion Hall, 306 E. Main Street, at 10:00 a.m. The traditional parade will start at 10:30; travel west on Main Street to

Volunteers Put Flags on Veterans’ Graves May 18

The American Legion member J. W. Brearton submitted the press release. Brian Bartoz submitted an additional photo of Morrison High School students. Fifty-six volunteers from Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, SVCC Impact, MHS Key Club, Legion Post, MHS Legion Scholarship winners, and good citizens volunteered their Saturday, May 18,

Rotarians Cleaned U. S. Route 30

Morrison, IL, Rotarian Mick Welding wrote, “Our first road clean up of 2024 netted a nice haul of garbage that, in turn, made a one-mile stretch of Highway 30 look much nicer! Thanks to Stan Steines and John Prange for arranging the vests and bags to use for the crew.

Morrison Rotary Club Scholarship Awards

Mick Welding submitted the press release and photograph. Morrison Rotary Club is proud to award $5000 in scholarships to these fine Morrison High School students. They were presented during the 7:00 p.m. MHS Honors Night, Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Pictured left-to-right are *Cooper Bush–All Around Male, $1250 *Madison Krum–All Around

Morrison Fire Department May 19 Breakfast

The Annual Morrison Fire Department Fundraiser Breakfast will be held on Sunday, May 19, 2024, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The public is encouraged to support our local, volunteer First Responders with a donation, at 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The process is simple. *Enter the building from

Vintage Farm Tools Program by Marc Gravert

Marc Gravert, Morrison, IL, returns to Morrison’s Heritage Museum as the Program Speaker, on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Doors open at 1:00 p.m., with his “Farm Tool School” program beginning promptly at 1:30. The location is 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The Museum is accessible to all, from a ramp

Gravert May 19 Program: Farm Tool School

Morrison Historical Society will feature Marc Gravert as the Program Speaker, on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Doors open at 1:00 p.m., with his “Farm Tool School” program beginning promptly at 1:30. The location is 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Morrison’s Heritage Museum is accessible to all, from a ramp behind

May 7 Boy Scout Fundraiser at Culver’s

    Currently, the five members of Scouts BSA Troop 96 are fundraising, to experience a late-June camping experience. They will attend Camp Medicine Mountain Scout Ranch & Adventure Base, near Custer, South Dakota. The cost for the Scouts and two leaders is $2400. They have planned a supper fundraiser

Dr. Schroeder Receives Quilt of Valor

Legionnaire/Dr. Stephan A. Schroeder, a 53-year member of Morrison Post 328 who currently lives in Mandan, ND, was awarded a Quilt of Valor from the Missouri River Quilts of Valor at the Bismarck Amvets Post #9 in North Dakota. The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to cover

April 2024 Students of the Month, New Rotary Member

Mick Weldon submitted these press releases. “Congratulations to these outstanding Morrison High School students and new, adult member!” Sarah Weston (left) is the daughter of Annette and Dennis Weston. She is involved in Band (Drum Major for three years); theater; Key Club (President); Scholastic Bowl; Prom Committee; Orchestra; Madrigals; She