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MHS Produces “Thoroughly Modern Millie”

Morrison High School will present the musical “Thoroughly Modern Millie” at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL, under the direction of Meagan Zahora.  Tickets are $5 at the door or from Fitzgerald Pharmacy, 124 E. Main Street, Morrison. A small-town girl, Millie Dillmount, comes to New York City, NY, […]

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What Is the Gift in Cancer? Workshop May 9

How can one say, “There is a gift in cancer?” Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center, 1627 Plock Road, Dixon, IL, brings inspirational speaker and cancer survivor Cindy Giles to answer that question.  Her program is Saturday, May 9, 2015, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the center.   The phone […]

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Nuclear Regulatory Commission Open House May 21

The U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) will conduct an Open House meeting from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2015, at the Cordova Civic Center, 910 Third Avenue South, in Cordova, IL.  The purpose of this Open House is to provide an open public forum, for the […]

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Morrison Youth Baseball & Softball Opening Day May 15

The Community is invited to join the celebration at the Morrison Sports Complex, 15201 Bishop Road, Morrison, IL, to meet the Morrison Youth Baseball and Softball divisions, grades 1st through 9th.  Opening Day is scheduled for Friday, May 15, 2015, at 5:30 p.m.  In the event of rain, the ceremony will […]

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Military Service for Blaine “Fred” Groharing May 16

Blaine Frederick “Fred” Groharing, Morrison, IL, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2014.  His widow, Ann, and family will hold a military graveside service in his honor, on Saturday, May 16, 2015.  The service will begin at 2:00 p.m. at Grove Hill Cemetery, High Street, Morrison, IL. Coffee and cookies […]

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May 8 Concert by Red Roots Trio

On Friday, May 8, 2015, at 7:00 p.m., Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, opens its free, outdoor “Summer Nights Drive-In Concert” series with a dynamic trio:  23-year-old triplet sisters–the Red Roots Trio. It was 45 years ago that the area church began their unique style […]

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Hear Junior Jack at Donneybrook Bakery Cafe May 8

Restauranteurs Debby and Bob Vaughn have arranged live music for their customers.  Local singer, songwriter, and musician Junior Jack returns to Donnybrook Baker Cafe–minus his Horseflies–on Friday, May 8, 2015.  The location is 203 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  From 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. he will entertain with jazz pieces […]

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April 17 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, April 17, 2015. Arrests:  On Friday, April 10, 2015, at approximately 6:05 a.m., Morrison Police arrested Jeffrey A. Sullivan, age 50 of Camanche, IA, pursuant to an Arrest Warrant issued by the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit […]

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Cub Scouts and Cool Cars on May 8

Morrison, IL, Cub Scout Pack #328 invites the public to participate in–and stroll through–the first Car Show of the season, on Friday, May 8, 2015, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.  The parking lot of Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, will showcase a selection of vehicles, during “Join […]

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Morrison Historical Society Program: Korean War

In honor of military veterans and the approaching Memorial Day observance, Morrison Historical Society has invited Terry Dingmon of Clinton, IA, as featured speaker on Sunday, May 17, 2015.  Doors open at 1:00 p.m., with his presentation beginning at 1:30, at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.  Dingmon […]

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Senior Arts Afternoon Becomes Monthly Event

Recently, Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community, 403 Scenic Street, Morrison, IL, hosted an “Afternoon of Arts for Seniors” on Thursday, April 23, 2015, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.  A dozen participants each completed an acrylic painting under the direction of Jan Wollam, Morrison.  All materials were furnished by Windsor Manor. […]

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Religious Extremist: Doing God’s Will?

It seems like the daily news regularly reports that some jihadi somewhere blows himself/herself up killing countless others in the name of God and their religion. Jihadi, or jihadist, refers to a person who believes that an Islamic State governing the entire community of Muslims must be created, and that […]

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June 7 Morrison Community Hospital Open House

Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, will host an Open House on Sunday, June 7, 2015, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  Featured will be the new Body CT (CAT Scan)  and mammography machines and updated community cafeteria. Information about adult immunizations will be available. Refreshments will […]

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May 5 Agenda: MHPC

Morrison Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, May 5, 2015, at City Hall, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room.  The agenda follows. Call to Order Roll Call/Attendance Approval of April 21, 2015, minutes New Business Unfinished Business […]

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Mixed Martial Arts Extreme Challenge 232

Wild Rose Casino & Resort announces MMA Extreme Challenge 232 to perform in the Oakwood Grand Ballroom on Saturday, May 30, 2015.  Extreme Challenge 232 will start at 7:30 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30.  General admission tickets are $30 in advance or $35 on the day of the event; […]

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