Celebrate the almost-completion of the E. 200 block of Main Street, Morrison, IL, during a Block Party for the family and adults. Free events and activities take place from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m., brought to the public by the Department of Fun and business/organizations in the 200 E. Main block. […]
Morrison Chamber of Commerce hosts Fall Festival events and a Halloween Parade at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., on Saturday, October 23, 2021. Register for the costume parade at 12:30. The parade and judging begin at 1:00. Children may trunk-or-treat […]
Morrison Community High School Class of 1966 celebrated their 55th reunion on Friday, October 1, and Saturday, October 2, 2021. The class began their weekend celebration with a “Meet & Greet” night at The Double G Saloon in Morrison, IL, where class members and guests reminisced over their years at […]
On Thursday, October 28, 2021, First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will serve a Free Community Drive-Up Meal, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. (or until food runs out.) Chili and cinnamon rolls will be served. Drive up to 300 N. Genesee Street; please stay in your vehicle. Call […]
On Friday, October 15, 2021, Whiteside County Health Department was saddened to announce 1 death (1) 70s and six new, laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Whiteside County. Cases: (2) Under 20; (1) 20s; (1) 50s; (1) 60s; (1) 70s. There were ten recoveries. Total Positive cases in Whiteside County are […]
Congresswoman Cheri Bustos is accepting applications from High School students, for nominations to the United States Service Academies, for the class entering in the fall of 2022. Each year, Congresswoman Bustos has the honor of nominating up-to-ten qualified young people from Illinois’s 17th Congressional District, for attendance at the U. […]
Advantage One Credit Union, 204 N. Jackson Street in Morrison, IL, will host their Member Appreciation and Community Outreach event on Thursday, October 21, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The annual event will take place in the Advantage One Credit Union parking lot. This year’s event, “Bring a […]
As of Monday, October 18, 2021, President Joseph R. Biden ordered that United States flags be lowered to Half-Staff immediately, through Friday, October 22, in honor of former Secretary of State General Colin Powell.
Mike Mills posted on Facebook, “The 30 West crew was back together last night [Sunday, October 17, 2021,] for an epic rehearsal! Thanks to the Morrison ‘Department of Fun’ LeAnn Schaefer, Brad Yaklich, and Amanda Olson Cook; you rock. “We will be performing this Saturday[, October 23,] from 5:00 to […]
Dr. Arthur C. Donart, Ph. D. wrote this essay. I use to be on the Editorial Board of Timely Issues in Education while I was an Assistant Professor of English at Western Illinois University in Macomb. There were three of us, and we read all articles that were submitted for […]
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and submitted the pictures. The Morrison Mustangs earned their second victory of the aging season, by showing an offense that has been limited by injuries. Alex Anderson returned to full speed and led all rushers, with 112 yards. Carson Strating remained the steady […]
October 21, 2021, is the public’s next opportunity to enjoy “Third Thursday” at The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The gallery is a monthly venue for coffee, juice, treats, and good conversation. Start your day with friends or colleagues; meet someone to enjoy the experience. This […]
Superintendent Scott Vance submitted this notice for attendees of School Board meetings. Due to the increased participation at Board of Education meetings, both in-person and via our streaming service, the Board thought it would be helpful to draft a guide for citizens on how meetings are conducted. The Board hopes […]
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and took the photos. During a time of concern and a changing environment, Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, in Morrison, IL, shared their good fortune with the public, on Thursday, October 14, 2021. The Assisted Living and Nursing facility had three […]
Morrison Community Blood Drive Program Leader Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N., wrote this report and sent the photograph. Thursday, September 16, 2021, was the date of the most recent American Red Cross Morrison Community Blood Drive. It was held at St. Mary Catholic Church from noon to 6:00 p.m., on schedule […]