Morrison High School Social Studies Teacher Brian Bartoz orchestrated another meaningful Veterans Day Recognition Assembly, on Friday, November 10, 2023, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:25. Held in the auditorium, the purpose was to provide an opportunity for students and staff to recognize those who have served in the Armed […]
As its annual duty, at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, American Legion Post 328 honored America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of Country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Beginning about 10:55 a.m., Thursday, November 11, 2023, a short, solemn […]
The Morrison High School B.L.I.N.D. Club (Building Lasting Impressions that Never Die) came to Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, November 9, 2023. They brought letters to our veterans, thanking them for their military service. The B.L.I.N.D. group does this annually for Resthave, and our […]
Morrison, IL, firefighters prepare for Christmas each November, during the Morrison Fire Department “Caring for Our Community” toy drive. Generous Community members help by donating new toys or money to purchase them. Annually, MFD distributes toys to children in need. Families are eligible if their children–through Junior High ages–attend the […]
Plan to support the Morrison Fire Department’s drive-through sandwich sale, at 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. It will take place Saturday, November 18, 2023, between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Enter from W. Main; exit onto U. S. Route 30. Choose from butterflied pork chops, brats, and hot dogs. Chips […]
On Saturday, November 11, 2023, local Veterans and one guest will be honored with a fresh, buffet breakfast, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., courtesy of Homestead of Morrison, 403 Scenic Street, Morrison, IL. The annual Veterans Day observance will begin at 10:55 a.m. at Veterans Park and Memorial, in Grove […]
Morrison High School teacher Brian Bartoz submitted this press release. Morrison High School will host a Veterans Day Recognition Assembly, on Friday, November 10, 2023, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:25. Held in the school’s auditorium, the assembly will provide an opportunity for students and staff to recognize those who have […]
On Wednesday, November 8, 2023, Christine Fulton made a service call, for an issue concerning new, computer electrical cords. She and husband Rob own Morrison Computer Repair LLC, 223 E. Main Street, across from Community State Bank, in Morrison, IL. After the service call, she notified customer and the Editor, […]
As its annual duty, at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, American Legion Post 328 will honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of Country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Community members are encouraged to gather at Veterans Park and […]
Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, announces Family Fun Day coloring contest winners. Hadley Vandermyde won the 5-and-Under category. [Editor’s note: the supplied photo caption is in error.] Selena Daffer, age 10, won the 6-and-Over category. Both girls won a candy bouquet. All of the colored pictures […]
Kelby Lee Ottens, 64, of Morrison, IL, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023, at his home. Kelby was born May 20, 1959, in Clinton, IA, to Leon and Joyce (Hoogheem) Ottens. He received his early education in Chadwick, IL, and was a 1977 graduate of Chadwick High School. Kelby […]
CGH Medical Center and the CGH Medical Center Auxiliary cordially invite the public to the tenth annual “Healthy & Bright” Holiday Lighting Ceremony. It will begin on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 5:30 p.m., in the CGH Main Clinic Lobby, located at 101 E. Miller Road, Sterling, IL. Help us […]
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, will host a Celebration of Life for a former employee, Elisa “Nicki” Rideout, in the City of Morrison Community Room, on Sunday, November 12, 2023. The hours of 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. All who knew, or were assisted by, Nicki Rideout are invited […]
Morrison Music Theater Association (MMTA) is pleased to announce the cast and crew of its holiday radio show, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” The play will be presented the weekend of the Morrison Christmas Walk, December 1-through-3, 2023, at Morrison Tech Auditorium, 701 Portland Street, Morrison, IL. Admission is free! […]
Photos provided and article written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. IHSA State Playoffs create an excitement unrivaled in High School sports. On Saturday, November 4, 2023, the Round Two playoff between the Morrison Mustangs and the Annawan-Wethersfield Titans was no exception. Blue skies and temperatures in the mid-50s set the […]