Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, offers free, community, Wednesday night, drive-through meals from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. Because of COVID-19 restrictions, there is currently no inside dining for Wednesday meals. On March 3, 2021, the menu will be Country-Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Corn, and S’mores […]
Beginning Thursday, February 25, 2021, Phase 1B of the COVID-19 free vaccination program expanded. It no includes additional eligible Illinois residents with specific health-complicating conditions. Phase 1B Plus eligible individuals have one or more of the following conditions. They do not have to meet the age requirement of 65 or older.
Jean Mealey Slavin, 98, of Resthave Home in Morrison, IL, died Thursday, February 25, 2021, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Jean was born and raised in Greenwich, NY, the only child of Clarence (Chip) and Ione (Wilson) Mealey. She was educated at Wheelock College in Boston, MA, and […]
Dee and Steve Janssen donated $1000 to Morrison Bark Park. On the Move with Parks and Recreation would like to thank the Janssens for their very generous donation.
Are we Albany’s best kept secret? If so, not any more. Hear ye! Hear ye! Anyone living in the Albany Fire Protection District and not receiving services from another food pantry, is eligible to utilize the Albany Food Pantry. Residence address is the only requirement to utilize the Food Pantry. […]
We will explore American History and honor of Black History month, on Thursday, February 25, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. The public is invited to join and discuss the PBS documentary “Driving While Black: Race, Space, and Mobility in America.” We will be joined by Augustana College Associate Professor of History, […]
Keeping your brain fit is important at any age. Current research indicates that challenging the brain is one of several things you can do, to contribute to your own brain health as you age. Challenging activities are one way to train your brain and keep your wits fit! Join Extension […]
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Morrison Community Unit School District #6 Board of Education announced at the February 22, 2021, session that students would be returning to a five-day schedule. This will begin at the start of the fourth quarter, on Wednesday, March 17.
Dr. Lisa Diaz, 4-H Assistant Dean and Director, reported about summer 2021 4-H exhibits. In 2020, more than 400 Illinois 4-H competitive events, exhibitions, and shows went virtual. This platform provided a positive youth development experience, while protecting our members, volunteers, and staff. The 2021 4-H exhibition season will be […]
Norma F. Hammelman, 85 of Sterling, IL, died Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at Rock River Hospice and Home after a short illness. She was born on February 13, 1936, the daughter of Edward and Faye (Kirby) Tucker. She married Lowell Rhodes on December 22, 1950. He died in 1953. She […]
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Morrison Varsity Fillies welcomed the Rockridge Lady Rockets on Monday, February 22, 2021, but allowed them to leave town with a 51-30 victory.
Regina E. Keith, 100, of Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community in Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, February 24, 2021. at Windsor Manor. Regina was born January 20, 1921, in Morrison, IL, to Louis and Eva K. (Gaffey) Rick. She was educated in the rural Whiteside County schools. On December 19, 1942, […]
University of Illinois Extension offers a large and varied list of classes, webinars, conferences, and workshops, beginning in February during the Winter 2021 session. Visit the U of I Extension departments via email at uie-clw@illinois.edu. See this website for information and programs: go.illinois.edu/clw. The Whitesdie County Extension Office is at […]
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. Basketball results usually are reflected by the final score, created on the offensive end. But during the Monday, February 22, 2021, Freshman/Sophomore game, between Morrison and Rockridge, victory was decided on the defensive end.
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White issued an urgent reminder to motorists to adhere to the State’s Move Over Law, also known as Scott’s Law. It was designed to protect Law Enforcement and Emergency Responders who are stopped on the side of roadways. White underscored the importance of not driving […]