The Encore Players are well into their second year producing outstanding entertainment for the public. Previous productions “Soldier, Come Home” and “The Killing of Pulford and Berry” showcased the exceptional talents of local actors, under the direction of Al Cairo. Their newest venture, “Showbiz Potpourri,” will find the audience tapping […]
The Harvest Hammer Run and Duathlon and accompanying Color Run are two months away. Morrison Rotary Club organizes the event. Registrations are now being taken for the 29th Annual Harvest Hammer 5K run; 21-mile duathlon; the children’s Wee run, Fun run, and Challenge run. Registration for any of the above […]
To make necessary repairs, Union Pacific Railroad will close Jackson, and Genesse Street, crossings, for approximately five hours, on Thursday, July 14, 2016. On Friday, July 15, the crossings at Orange and Heaton Streets will be closed for approximately five hours.
Luke Long Ears & the Rune of King Arthur is hot off the presses. Morrison, IL, author Josh Hollister debuted the second book in The Luke Long Ears series, on Wednesday, July 13, 2016, at the Afternoon Adventures program at Clinton Public Library. He read from the book and answered […]
CGH Medical Center, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, IL, wants to meet your playful, patient pooch. Perhaps you two will join the Love on a Leash dog therapy program, sponsored by the CGH Health Foundation. Perhaps you will sponsor a therapy dog. Love on a Leash therapy dogs get the […]
Mary Buckwalter has been owner of the Beauty Hutch salon for the past 40 years, since 1976. Cosmetologist Kathy Polson, left, began working for Buckwalter 28 years ago, in 1988. Cosmetologist and Nail Specialist Rachel Wiersema, right, was hired a decade ago, in 2006. The trio has been–and will remain–a […]
Join us for another adult education class at Nahant Marsh on Saturday, July 16, 2016, beginning at 10:00 a.m. The class will be held at Nahant Marsh Education Center, 4220 Wapello Avenue, Davenport, IA. Scott County, IA, Master Gardener Dan Mays will show you tips and tricks to design your […]
In May 2016, Morrison Chamber of Commerce awarded their scholarship award to Kelsey Becker of Morrison, IL. Becker plans to attend Loyola University in Chicago, IL, this fall and pursue a degree in Business and Accounting. She is the daughter of Nick and Stephanie Becker. “We are pleased to award […]
The Morrison Farmers’ Market is pleased to announce the Annual Evening Market and Taste of Morrison will take place on Wednesday, July 27, 2016, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Main Street in downtown Morrison, IL. Seasonal produce, food, music, baked goods, eggs, flowers, and artisan products are just some […]
The City of Morrison Parks and Recreation Department is planning the first annual “Summer Extravaganza” on Saturday, July 30, 2016, from noon to 8:00 p.m. at the Morrison Sports Complex, located at 315 Bishop Road, Morrison, IL. Individuals must pre-register to participate in any of several food eating contests during […]
Morrison Junior Tackle “GO B16” Football Camp will be held from Monday, July 18, through Thursday, July, 21, 2016, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Camp will be at Morrison High School football field, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. The camp fee $20 for students in grades five through eight. The […]
Editor’s note: The time has been changed. CGH Medical Center and the CGH Auxiliary are pleased to present the opening of the next healing art gallery, “Spirit of the Heart.” The gallery will showcase local artists. It will be open to our patients and the community. The show will be […]
The Rock Falls Community Building, 601 W. 10th Street, Rock Falls, IL, will be the site of the annual Rock Falls Rotary Corn Boil, on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Keith Zoeller, right, is Chair of this event. Cindy Poci, co-owner with Jerry Poci of […]
Remember the date Wednesday, July 27, 2016, from noon to 4:00 p.m. The Lions Mobile Vision Screening unit will be at the DQ Grill &Chill parking lot, 200 N. Sawyer Road, Morrison, IL. This is an opportunity for anyone to have a free eye screening. It is a simple photo […]
A dozen first-time-on-display barns await your viewing, on Saturday, July 9, or Sunday, July 10, 2016, during the Whiteside County Barn Tour. Saturday hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The tour begins at the farm of Dennis and La Verle Kyarsgaard, […]