You know how January first feels full of possibility? All those big goals and fresh starts–it’s exciting! But here we are, at the end of January, and let’s be honest–it’s not quite the same anymore, is it? The early mornings don’t feel as inspiring as they did a few
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Loras College, Dubuque, IA, has announced the names of students who achieved Dean’s List status for the 2024 fall semester. A student must earn a 3.5 grade point average and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours to be recognized. Blake Adams and Tyson Smith of Morrison, IL, met
On Sunday, January 19, 2025, The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, opened its doors to the public at 1:00 p.m. for a special program. “Same Subject Matter, Different Artists and Different Mediums” began as a creative task for painters who sell their work at The
The Morrison Rotary Club welcomed three new members in January 2025. We welcome each of these fine new members! Standing left-to-right are: Rotarian Michael Blean, (sponsor for Randy Larson); Larson; Evan Ernst, (sponsored by Rotarian Stanley Steines); Steines; LuEllen Lee, (sponsored by Steines). Larson is a retired Veterinarian who
Mick Welding submitted the press release and photo. Morrison Rotary Club is proud to recognize our January 2025 Morrison High School Students of the Month, left-to-right, Camryn Veltrop and Olivia Dauphin. Camryn is the daughter of Todd and Kelly Veltrop. She has been a member of the Student Council
The City of Morrison Department of Fun announces an entertaining event. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a novice looking to test your luck, this event is sure to provide an unforgettable experience for all who attend. Don’t miss out on the chance to show off your card-playing prowess
Marketing Director Karla Burn wrote the report and supplied the photograph. Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, located at 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, held its annual Celebration of Life Memorial Service, on January 23, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. The service was conducted by Morrison’s Ministerial Council, with Pastors J. T.
Chloe Austin-Roeder of Morrison, IL, has been named to the Dean’s List for the 2024 Fall semester, at the University of New England. Dean’s List students have attained a grade point average of 3.3 or better, out of a possible 4.0, at the end of the semester. The University
At their Tuesday, January 21, 2025, monthly meeting, members of Carroll County Democratic Central Committee decided by a unanimous vote to add a new project. Chairman Dr. Art Donart suggested that our elected and appointed officials need to hear directly from the people, about their problems with health insurance
January 16 initiated the 2025 series of Third Thursday, monthly gatherings, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., inside The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The Gallery opens early for socializing and baked goods in a convivial atmosphere. Men and women stop on the way to–or from–morning
Timber Lake Playhouse, the premier professional summer theatre of northwest Illinois, announces auditions for local children, teenagers, and adults for their upcoming 2025 Season. Auditions will take place on Sunday, February 2, at the playhouse, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Prepare a short song that reflects the season’s
Come with the Odell Public Library Friends as they host Connie Koehnn on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. Her unique program will take place in the Program Room at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Pictured is Schonbrunn Palace. Connie and her husband, Ron,
Mark your calendar for this upcoming, family event. Rock Falls Tourism will present its 5th Annual “Flock to the Rock” event on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Please note the venue has changed from the previous years. It will be held at the Rock
Marketing Director Karla Burn submitted the press release. On Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2024, Rock Valley Chapter NSDAR member Karine Fulton delivered gifts to 13 male veterans, who reside at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL. Burn stated, “Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) generously
Respectfully submitted by Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./American Red Cross Morrison Community Blood Program Leader. It was a cold Thursday, with temperatures in the teens, on January 9, when the first blood drive of 2025 was held at St. Mary Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL. Thank you