Th American Legion is 105 Years Old

Jerry Brearton supplied the report; nephew Johnathon Brearton took the photograph. The Morrison American Legion Post 328 celebrated The American Legion’s 105th birthday, with cake and ice cream. On March 15, 1919, members of the American Expeditionary Force convened in Paris, France, for the first American Legion caucus. From left-to-right

Lions Club Annual Rose Day Sale and Recycle Day

Morrison Lions Club members are taking orders for a dozen roses to be delivered on Good Friday, March 29, 2024. We cannot guarantee a certain color, but your request will be honored as closely as possible. The colors are vivid, from reds, pinks, mauves, yellows, to pinks, as well as

Scouts Earned Merit Badges and New Ranks

Scout BSA Troop 96 honored five of its members, on Sunday, February 25, 2024, beginning shortly after 6:00 p.m., at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Four-of-five boys were present to have their achievements in merit badges and ranks recognized. Supporters watched these accomplishments: parents, grandparents, and

ImpactLife Blood Drive March 4

Morrison Elementary School, 520 N. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL, will host a Blood Drive, on Monday, March 4, 2024, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. The location is the Cafeteria. Persons with appointments will be given priority, but walk-ins are welcome. Your last date to have donated elsewhere was January 8.

American Legion Donates to April House

This feature was released by J. W. Brearton. Commander Larry Zuidema of The Morrison American Legion Post presented Administrator Carrie Melton of April House Children’s Advocacy Center of Whiteside County with a $500 donation. The mission of April House is to bring together a multidisciplinary team of professionals, committed to

County Republicans Dinner March 1

The Whiteside County Republicans 2024 Lincoln Day Dinner will be held on Friday, March 1, 2024, at Deer Valley Golf Course, INSERT ADDRESS. Social houris 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., followed by the dessert auction at 6:30. The dinner and program will follow beginning at 7:00. Ticket prices will be $50

Wreaths Across America 2024 Theme “Live with Purpose”

Wreaths Across America (WAA) is a National nonprofit whose year-long mission is to “Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve, and Teach our children the value of freedom.” The organization proudly announced in January its theme for 2024: “Live with Purpose.” Wreaths Across America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded

CGH Sunshine Winner Candance Bousum, CNA

Candance Bousum, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on 3rd Floor Medical Unit, was recently recognized as a recipient of the Sunshine Award for extraordinary service. The Sunshine Award was created to honor and recognize outstanding service and compassionate care, by those in non-nursing roles, such as CNAs, CMTs, or MAs.

CGH DAISY Winner Karen Hosler, RN

Karen Hosler, a Registered Nurse in the CGH Emergency Department, is a recipient of the prestigious DAISY Award for extraordinary Nurses. An International program, this award is presented to Nurses around the world, who go above and beyond for their patients and demonstrate extraordinary compassionate care. “We recently brought our

ARC Blood Drive January 11

The first community American Red Cross Blood Drive of 2024 will be held Thursday, January 11, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL. The drive will run from noon to 6:00 p.m. Currently, there are 13 double red cell/PowerRed appointments available, and there are 12 whole

Impact Life Blood Drive January 19

Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, will host a Blood Drive, on Friday, January 19, 2024, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. The location is the first floor Conference Room. Persons with appointments will be given priority, but walk-ins are welcome. The last date to have previously donated

MCH Auxiliary Successful Bake Sale

    If you had entered the Lobby of Morrison Community Hospital, 300 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 15, 2023, you were greeted with the sweetest of aromas. MCH Auxiliary members held their annual Bake Sale in the hallway. A trio

Kiwanis Donates to Boy Scout Troop

During the 6:30 p.m. Club meeting on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, Morrison, IL, Kiwanis President Steve Davis made a check presentation to Morrison Boy Scout Troop 96 Troop. The club met in the Program Room of Odell Public Library, 307 S. Street. Senior Patrol Leader Noah Icenogle received the $200

Farmers National Bank Grant to MCH

The staff at the Morrison Community Hospital, Morrison, IL, would like to thank Farmers National Bank, for selecting our hospital as the recipient of their Funding New Beginnings grant for 2023. Executive Director of the Funding New Beginnings Community Foundation Nicholas Emmerson presented the $1000 check to Mick Welding, Morrison

Ribbon Cutting for NAMI Sauk Area

Morrison Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony, on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 for NAMI Sauk Area. NAMI stands for National Alliance on Mental Illness. This organization is dedicated to improving the quality of life, for people with mental illness and their families, through support, education, and advocacy. Board