Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL, is a 12-acre wooded site ideal for nature walks, throughout the seasons. The cost to traverse Heritage Canyon is by donations only, all of which are used for improvement of the park. Heritage Canyon is dotted with 11 buildings and two bridges that […]
“The Imitation Game,” a 2015 box-office hit, will be shown at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, September 8, 2015, at 2:00 p.m., in the Program Room. This is a tense, World War II thriller about an intelligent and creative British team, who cracked Nazi […]
Editor’s note: The original article stated the film was in August. Note the corrected viewing date. “The Imitation Game” is the featured movie at Odell Public Library, located at 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, September 8, 2015, beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the Program Room. There is […]
The Clinton, IA, Democratic Party held its annual Labor Day picnic at the Eagle Point Park lodge this Sunday, September 6, 2015. Local labor leaders and politicians were in abundance. I attended in my clerical attire, as a reminder that, since Pope Leo XIII, the Roman Catholic Church has supported […]
On Saturday afternoon, September 12, 2015, join the Morrison Historical Society Board of Trustees, MHS members, your friends, and new acquaintances in air-conditioned comfort, at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The annual Ice Cream Social and sandwich supper will be held from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Other […]
Kindermusik classes provide fun, music, and movement activities to foster brain development in babies and young children, while helping them bond with parents. Psychologists, neuroscientists, and experts in early childhood development have demonstrated that music does more for children than bring them joy; it helps their brain make the connections […]
The Morrison, IL, Mustangs have played Princeton, IL, the last two years, and each game carries a poor memory. Last year the weather erupted at the half of the Fresh-Soph game. Eventually the game was cancelled, and the Varsity game was rescheduled for the following Saturday. The Tigers ended a […]
Temperature was 92° in Princeton, IL, on Friday, September 4, 2015, as the Morrison High School Ponies took the field against the Princeton Tigers. The opening kickoff was received by Princeton and returned to the 44-yard line; a penalty moved it forward five yards. Quarterback Garrett Allen attempted a pass […]
Join Hardee’s, 200 N. Base Street, Morrison, IL, for “National Cheeseburger Day” on Friday, September 18, 2015. In celebration, each customer who purchases a 1/3 lb cheeseburger at the regular price will receive a free 1/3 lb cheeseburger. The promotion begins after regular breakfast hours.
Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center, at 1637 Plock Road, Dixon, IL, will hold sessions of public interest this month. There is no cost to attend. Call 815-288-4673 for additional information.
About 2200 years ago, Native Americans embraced a new way of life. Cultivated foods became a larger part of the diet. There were advances in stone tool technology. People acquired a variety of exotic raw materials, ranging from copper to volcanic glass. There appears to be a substantial change in […]
The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office and Mounted Patrol host the annual Youth Fishing Derby on Saturday, September 12, 2013, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., with major prizes awarded after fishing ends. The law enforcement agencies have sponsored the derby for more than 40 years. This popular, free fishing contest is […]
Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, August 28, 2015. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 08-27-15 Jack H. Eversoll 56 Morrison, IL Use of Cell Phone While Driving 08-28-15 […]
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor Bruce Rauner’s Office that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly United States and Illinois flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of Lt. Charles Joseph GliniewiczFox Lake, IL, Police Department Gary Tresenriter, […]
The public is invited to a second annual Wine and Cheese Tasting Soirée on Saturday, September 12, 2015. The event location is Savanna Museum & Cultural Center, 406 Main Street, Savanna, IL. It runs from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. The tasting is by reservation only, with limited availability. Please RSVP […]