Karla Burn submitted this press release and photos. Work began on the Morrison Winter Park’s ice rink area on Friday, November 25 , 2022. A group of volunteers met at 8:00 a.m.; work continued until about 1:00 p.m. Clean up of the area and much-needed repairs to the fence were
Morrison Area Community Foundation (MACF) awarded $1000 to Whiteside County United Way, to be used for their Literacy is Fun for Everyone (L.I.F.E.) program. They work with Dolly Parton’s “Imagination Library,” to source age-appropriate literature. Books are distributed free every month to all children, ages birth-to-5, in Whiteside County. United
Morrison Area Community Foundation (MACF) awarded $1600 in grant funds to White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA.) The funds will be used to help supply hay and grain for the horses during the fall/winter of 2022 and the spring/summer/fall of 2023. Hay prices have increased 40% this year, due to
Morrison Area Community Foundation (MACF) awarded $2000 in grant funds to April House Childrens’ Advocacy Center. They have recently relocated to 101 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. For 20+ years, April House has been working with a team of professionals, giving children a voice to the sexual abuse, physical abuse,
Luanne Bruckner submitted the press release and photo. The Thomson, IL, Lions Club has erected a plaque at the York Community Library to commemorate the charter members. Thomson Lions Club was organized on July 22, 1957. The Club was sponsored by Morrison Lions Club and consisted of the following members.
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) Chairman Sean Patrick Maloney issued the following statement on Eric Sorensen’s win, in Illinois’ 17th Congressional District, on Wednesday, November 9, 2022. “Congratulations to Eric Sorensen on this hard-fought victory and for keeping this competitive district blue. As a meteorologist, Eric has earned the trust
A live nativity scene is being organized as part of the Fulton Christmas Walk on Friday, December 2, 2022, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. Volunteers are needed to portray the characters of the Holy Nativity. Each volunteer will be asked to take part in the scene for 30 minutes. The
Thank you to everyone who supported the November 5 and 6, 2022, Odell Public Library Book and Bake Sale, by donating and/or buying books and goodies! Thank you to Farmers National Bank for the classy bags for carrying purchases. The Book Sale continues in the library at 307 S. Madison
Pastor Toni Lucas writes, “Albany United Methodist Church’s annual Celebration Saturday event will take place on November 12, 2022, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. We will serve coffee and pastries. Will Mueller will provide live music. “This is our introduction to the Thanksgiving season, as we celebrate all our many
The United Way of Whiteside County (UWWC) relocated to a new office, at 100 W. First Street, Rock Falls, IL, on Friday, November 4, 2022. The first opportunity for the public to see the new office will be at the Rock Falls Chamber’s Hometown Holidays Christmas Walk, on Friday, November
U. S. Representatives Cheri Bustos and Randy Feenstra (IA-04) introduced the Precision Agriculture Loan Program (PAL) Act of 2022. This bipartisan legislation would establish the first Federal Precision Agriculture Loan Program, in the U. S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency. Senators Deb Fischer (R-NE) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) introduced
Sirena Huang, recent Gold Medal winner in the International Violin Competition of Indianapolis, IN, in September 2022, will be the Guest Soloist with Clinton Symphony Orchestra, on Saturday, November 5. The concert is at 7:30 p.m. in Centennial Auditorium at Sterling High School, 19 E. Miller Road, Sterling, IL. In
Anne Frame submitted this press release. All Saints Day in the Methodist Church is a day to celebrate those faithful, who have died and gone before us. It is also a time to observe the tradition and history of the church. We invite family and friends to unite with us.
In 2022, Clinton Community College will join colleges and universities to recognize first generation college students. Throughout three days of activities, CCC will encourage students and their families to learn more about programs and offerings available to all. Monday, November 7, will be a First Generation Student Free Application for
Marketing Director Karla Burn wrote the feature and took the photos. Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, celebrated Halloween on Thursday, October 27, and Friday, October 28, 2022. On Thursday Resthave held a Costume Parade, so children could show off their costume, with a chance to win