Anne Frame wrote the article; Kathy Richland photographed the author. Odell Public Library will join over 70 libraries again, to bring the noted author, journalist, and filmmaker Alex Kotlowitz to us through Zoom. Join us for this informative evening on Thursday, May 6, 2021, at 7:00 p.m.
The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will host an at-home jewelry making class, on Saturday, May 15, 2021. The class begins at 1:00 p.m. via Zoom. This is a no-tools-needed project for an adjustable necklace.
Elkay Manufacturing invites Clinton, IA, and Savanna, IL, area residents to join a Mississippi River Shoreline Clean-Up Day, on Saturday, April 17, 2021. Elkay co-hosts a Plastics Tracking Study, coordinated by the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative (MRCTI.) This event is in conjunction with the Mayors of Clinton, IA,
During February 2021 The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, shop for hand painted valentine cards by Sharon Boyles and a variety of lovely gifts made with love. Hours are Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to
Editor’s note: Carol Fritz submitted all but the last two photographs. Valerie and John Mallo drove from Belleview, IA, with their dog, Jack. He offered kisses to Santa. The Editor captured faces at the schoolhouse door. The theme of “Bring Joy and Cheer to a Bad Year!” was embraced by
Jerry Lindsey wrote this article. Every child grows up following the dreams that surround their childhood options. Living in a small Midwestern community allows a special story to be told covering 60 years on the diamonds of Morrison, IL. Bill Popkin grew up on the south side of Morrison. As
Woodlawn Arts Academy announced the winners of its 12th Annual Juried Art Show, presented in partnership with the Sauk Valley Community College Art Department. The 2020 judge was painter Fantasía Graham of Chicago, IL. Awards were presented by Graham and SVCC art instructor Glenn Bodish. Each winner was awarded a
Youngsters ages 8-13 years of age are invited to register for a delicious 4-H Spin Club event. The sweet subject matter is more than a dozen types of candy. Classes will be from 10:00 a.m. to noon, during three Saturday mornings. The dates are September 26, October 3, and October
In consideration of the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, in 2020 the Upper Mississippi River Refuge will issue Special Use Permits and trap tags remotely only. No Special Use Permits or trap tags will be issued in person at Refuge offices. All permits will be issued through the mail. Special Use Permit
Jeremiah Haas is an outdoors columnist for the Quad-City Times and Dispatch-Argus. The Hunter Safety Class scheduled for Saturday[, August 15, 2020,] at the Morrison Sportsmen’s Club [and] September’s class at the Rock Island Conservation Club ha[ve] been canceled, because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Currently there are no other
Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge has announced that applications are available, for the special deer hunts at Lost Mound. Two managed deer hunts, one for youth (ages 10-18) and one for adults with disabilities (19 and older), are conducted within designated Closed Areas of Lost Mound. All
The Saturday, 4th of July, 2020, weekend is just around the corner. If you are heading to the Mississippi River for a boating or camping trip, there are things to know before you go! While most of our Refuge land and water is open for public enjoyment, offices and Visitor
Finding items that you need, want, or cannot pass up is always fun for garage sale lovers. During the Morrison City-Wide Garage Sale, the Editor, her daughter, and granddaughter attended 13 sites on Saturday, June 20, 2020. One stop included discounted fruit smoothies with brunch pastries at Embraced, 104 W.
On June 19, 2020, at 11:00 a.m., WQPT will stream a virtual commemoration of the 155th anniversary of Juneteenth. To watch, visit wqpt.org or visit the WQPT Facebook page. Juneteenth dates back to June 19, 1865, when Union soldier, Major General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston, TX, with the news
Rock River Hospice & Home, a United Way Agency, along with CGH Medical Center and The Cornerstone Agency presents Golf for Hospice Week Fundraiser, Monday, July 6, through Friday, July 10, 2020, at Deer Valley Golf Club, Deer Grove, IL. This new format offers registered golfers the flexibility to enjoy