Morrison Fire Department has begun its annual Toys for Kids Drive, and they have a generous benefactor in this endeavor. Drop off unwrapped toys at Shell Express Lane, 651 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Manager Pat Weidel will raffle a 36″ flat screen television to raise money for the Toy Drive. […]
Start your holiday morning searching Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade for four Morrison High School girls. These Senior girls are, from left-to-right, Cheerleader Jessica Wieneke and Pons Taylor Benters, Janae Nardi, and Samantha Vanderlaan. They stated, “Look for us in the red outfits featured on […]
By 2:45 p.m. the Morrison High School auditorium, at 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL, was filled with hundreds of well-wishers on Friday, November 16, 2012, with one purpose. The pep assembly was designed to honor Senior Kaitlyn Finneran, as she officially signed her Letter of Intent to play softball for […]
Donations to the American Red Cross Blood Drive can be made between noon and 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Sullivan’s Foods will donate a pie to those who attempt to donate. Be a hero in an hour’s time–save […]
The Morrison Mustangs opened the season by traveling to Princeton for the first game of a busy week competing in the Sauk Valley Shootout.
The following Morrison High Schoolers were recognized as Rotary Students of the Month for October and November 2012, respectively: Matt Wilkens and Kate Fricker, top, and Kyle Meurs and Alyssa Patten. Each was nominated by teachers and chosen for “doing good things and reaching out to others.” The specific criteria […]
Morrison senior, Calvin Harridge, was named to the 2012 Illinois Football Coaches Association All-State Class 2A football team. Calvin is one of eighteen players selected in Class 2A by the coaches . Harridge was co-captain of the 2012 Mustangs and a contributing member of two state Class 2A State Champions […]
The Community Room at the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, was the venue for a City of Morrison Open House on Thursday, November 15, 2012, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Those interested in the future wastewater treatment project were invited to attend and view three tentative plans. […]
With 50 degree temperatures on Thursday, November 15, 2012, I made a point to wash my car at SuperWash, Inc., 707 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. As I pulled a token from the glovebox, I noticed there was now only one left. I always buy a lot of tokens when there […]
On Saturday, November 17, 2012, the Morrison Fire Department will host its annual drive-through Sandwich Sale, at 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The menu includes chips, pop, and a choice of sandwich: pork chop, brat, or hot dog. Convenient service from your toasty vehicle is between the hours of […]
Four Seasons Living Center, within Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, is abuzz with jigsaw puzzle bidders again, as the final days of this popular silent auction fundraiser draw near. Bids will be taken until noon on Thursday, November 15, 2012. All monies go to the FSLC […]
Talented, caring vocalists are shown on Sunday, November 11, 2012, in rehearsal for the annual “We Sing for Their Supper” concert. It will take place Sunday, November 18, at Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, at 6:00 p.m. Donations received will support Morrison Friends Food Pantry and […]
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, is seeking a Librarian, beginning June 1. 2013. The current librarian, Connie Boonstra, is retiring after 33 years of service. Those who are interested may contact the Odell Library through their website www.odellpubliclibrary.com and click on “News.” An application may […]
The Morrison Scholastic bow teaml, coached by Adam Smith, initiated the 2012-13 season by defeating Newman and losing close matches to Fulton and Bureau Valley.
Preview and sample many holiday goods during the Holiday Open House at Sullivan’s Foods, 300 N. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, November 17, 2012. The annual event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Consider these activities. Sullivan’s Foods gift cards will be drawn every hour. Children may decorate […]