Friends of Odell Public Library present the film, “The Way,” on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, beginning at 2:00 p.m., in the Program Room of Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. “The Way” refers to a pilgrimage in Spain to the Cathedral of St. James. It is believed
Monday’s Morrison, IL, City Clerk Melanie Schroeder was recognized at the City Council meeting, on Monday, February 11, 2019, for her recent completion of education that designates her as a Master Municipal Clerk (MMC.) Joining over 1300 MMC’s worldwide, Schroeder has been pursuing the advanced recognition for over ten years.
Northside Elementary School will host a blood drive on Monday, March 4, 2019, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. The drive will be held in the school cafeteria, 520 N. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL. The blood drive is open to the public, and is part of the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood
Morrison High School Wrestling Coach Tony Wright submitted this article and a link to “about 300” February 2019 State Finals photos. The 2019 IHSA Individual wrestling season has concluded. Colton Linke (37-9 on the season), Morrison’s 120 lb. wrestler, brought home a 6th place medal and All-State honors. It was
The day after Valentine’s Day, on Friday, February 15, 2019, at 2:00 p.m., Resthave Care & Rehabilitation was transformed into an elegant wedding venue. Seven couples reaffirmed their long-held marriages vows in the center’s Chapel, which overflowed with family, residents, and staff. Honorees had an impressive 412 combined years of
After their performance in the St. Mary’s Church Annual Knights of Columbus Free Throw Competition, on Saturday, February 2, 2019, three boys and four girls took home first place medals for their accurate shooting, good form, and composure. The Knights of Columbus have hosted Free Throw Competitions internationally since 1972,
On Thursday, February 14, 2019, Morrison High School Senior Jacob Schlegel signed a Letter of Intent to play D2 Conference football at Upper Iowa University, in Fayette, IA. The signing was held during homeroom, at approximately 2:35 p.m. in the cafeteria, at 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. Pictured with their
Morrison Community Hospital Auxiliary is sponsoring a Collective Goods/Books are Fun sale in the Hospital lobby, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL. The event will be held on Tuesday, February 19, 2019, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The employees of Collective Goods pride themselves on offering a variety of
This week, arrange a unique Valentine’s gift for your loved one. Rock River Valley Barbershop Chorus will deliver Singing Valentines on Thursday, February 14, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Each recipient will be serenaded with two songs by a quartet. In addition, the special person will receive a
Brought back by popular demand, Savanna Historical Society has scheduled an evening concert, featuring beautiful acoustic harp music, with selections from classical to jazz. Come, enjoy a delightful evening of music, wine, cheese, and chocolates! Mark Brewer will showcase solo harp music on Friday, February 22, 2019, at 6:30 p.m.,
This report and photograph were submitted by Morrison ARC Blood Drive Coordinator Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N. The American Red Cross Northwest Illinois Territory Newsletter announced some great National and Regional awards, given at the quarterly meeting of the Heart of America and Badger Hawkeye regions. Our region is the Top
White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA) will host their family Annual Trivia Night on Saturday, February 23, 2019, at the City of Morrison Community Room, in Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and Trivia will start at 7:00. Mike Wiersema is
On Monday, February 25, 2019, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Friends of the Odell Public Library will feature Dr. Bradley Robert Yaklich, OD to speak on the topic of Eye Health. This event will be at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, in Morrison, IL. The program is a
The Volunteer Millers of de Immigrant windmill will host unique programming at the Windmill Cultural Center, on Tuesday, February 12, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. The program will be held at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 10th Avenue, in downtown Fulton, IL, across from the authentic Dutch windmill. How many iconic
“Every child is gifted. They just unwrap their packages at different times.” This statement appears on the website of the Bi-County Special Education Cooperative (BCSEC.) It exposes the fact that all do not progress in life at the same pace, and thus assistance must be made available to aid the