P.E.O. Chapter FL October and November News

LuAnne Navarra, P.E.O. Chapter FL Corresponding Secretary, submitted the following article. On Tuesday, October 21, 2014, members of P.E.O. Chapter FL met for dinner and a meeting at the Oak Room Restaurant, 903 W. Morris Street, Morrison, IL. President Jean Eggemeyer led the meeting. This year the Chapter FL  program

Local Peace Poster Winner Announced

Eight Morrison Junior High art students entered the Lions International Peace Poster contest.  The theme was “Peace, Love, and Understanding.”  Three members served on the committee and selected the finalist: Martha Kophamer, Darlene Smith, and Flora Stralow.  Katelyn Vos was selected as the winner and was presented with a check

Small Business Saturday® November 29

For the 4th consecutive year, Sauk Valley Shop Small will be celebrating Small Business Saturday® throughout the Sauk Valley on Saturday, November 29, 2014.  This is a day dedicated to supporting small businesses across the Country.  At recent Council meetings,  Mayors Lee, Wescott, and Burke, of Sterling, Rock Falls, and

MCH Auxiliary Treasure/Baked Goods Sale

The Morrison Community Hospital Auxiliary would like to announce the date of the annual Treasure/Baked Goods Sale on Friday, December 12, 2014, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., in the hospital lobby, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL. All proceeds are used to provide scholarships to Morrison High School students

Rotary Club District 6420 Governor Visits

Mick Welding submitted this press release. Shown is the the Rotary Club District 6420 Governor, Shannon Scheffel, right, presenting Morrison, IL,  Rotary Club President, Tanner Girard, with a  new placard.  After the presentation, District Governor Scheffel spoke about her vision for the next three years as our district leader.  She

“All in the Timing” at Ashford University

Students at Ashford University will present “All in the Timing,” a grouping of six one-act plays written by David Ives, on Friday, October 31, 2014, and Saturday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m. in the recently renovated Mullany Theater. Kris Doss will direct the production while Nick Divarco will offer technical

Volunteer Millers to Host Showing of “Green Fire” Film

The Volunteer Millers at de Immigrant Windmill in Fulton, IL, will host their November program on Tuesday, November 4, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. A free screening of the Emmy Award winning film “Green Fire,” the first full-length, high definition documentary made about legendary conservationist Aldo Leopold. The film explores Leopold’s

World Polio Day October 24

Rotary marks World Polio Day 2014 with US $44.7 million in grants to fight polio in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. The humanitarian group’s October 24 livestream event from Chicago features top global health experts, polio-survivor Minda Dentler, pop star Tessanne Chin, reggae’s Ziggy Marley and more. With the

Baked By Liz Celebrates Two Years

A celebration took place on Sunday, October 19, 2014 in downtown Morrison.  A street closure complete with a band and lots of baked goods to help Liz Fishbach celebrate her two years in business on the main street.  Many residents came out to enjoy the great food, music, and several

Morrison Chamber Members and MADC say “Thank You”

An Open House was held on Friday, October 17, 2014, to thank Corrine Bender for all her years of service as Director to the Morrison Chamber and the MADC.  A cake and refreshments were served by the Chamber Board.  Many local business owners attended, to extend their best wishes to

Movie Night at St. Mary’s Catholic Church

St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL, is showing the movie, “God’s Not Dead,” (PG13), on Sunday evening, October 26, 2014, at 6:00 p.m. The community is invited to attend. There is no admission fee.  Popcorn and soda will be available.  This movie is best suited for

Susan Jakobs: Dealing with a Dominant Dog

Editor’s note:  Susan Jakobs is a professional dog trainer.  She will submit a series of articles designed to “build” a better dog.  She offers six-week training classes in Rock Falls, IL, and is currently training therapy dogs for CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL.  Contact Jakobs about classes or with questions

P.E.O. Chapter FL Starts a New Year

This article was submitted by LuAnne Navarra, P.E.O. Chapter FL Corresponding Secretary. On Tuesday, September 16, 2014, members of P.E.O. Chapter FL met for dinner and a meeting at the Oak Room Restaurant, 903 W. Morris Street, Morrison, IL.  Vice President Suellen Girard led the meeting. This year the Chapter

Emmanuel Reformed to Host Karen Peck and New River

Continuing its 2014 concert series, Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, is thrilled to welcome “Karen Peck and New River” in concert on Sunday, October 19, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of the church.  All are welcome to attend this concert of inspirational music and