In the Fall of 2012, Father Gary Lawler of St. Anne Episcopal Church took a six-week sabbatical to study in Jerusalem. During his studies, Father Lawler traveled to many of the major historical and religious sites in Israel, Jordan, and Turkey. A slide presentation called “Holy Land–Holy Sites” will be
“The Queen” comes calling at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, March 20, 2014. The Oscar winning actress Helen Mirren portrays Queen Elizabeth II of England, in a masterful performance of suggestion, implication, and understatement. The film begins at 2:00 p.m. in the library’s Program
Incomparable athlete Dan Gable will speak at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, March 29, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. Advanced tickets can be purchased at the Morrison High School wrestlers the High School office staff thecity1.com office, 218 W. Main Street,
Registration is now open for five Morrison Youth Baseball and Softball divisions. After this long winter, we want to see as many kids as possible running around those bases! Even if your child hasn’t participated in the past or is uncertain, bring him or her to the tryouts, to meet
Joining Morrison Rotary for lunch on Wednesday, March 5, 2014, were Emily Davis and Ryan Mayberry, March Students of the Month. Emily is the daughter of Mike Davis and Kari Horack. She plays the clarinet in band and is the drum major as well. She is a member of BLIND,
Morrison Rotary welcomed Morrison High School scholars Hannah Rillie and Kurtis Klimson as February Students of the Month. Hannah is the daughter of Jack and Coleen Rillie. She is involved in track, Scholastic Bowl, and the Yearbook. She is also involved in the BLIND program. In her spare time she
During each home football and boys’ basketball game, the Morrison Athletic Boosters coordinate a 50/50 raffle. This school year we have raised almost $2000 through this fundraising event. The success of this event is only possible through the support of our area merchants who contribute prizes. This year we wish
The Whiteside Forum will host another movie night Thursday, March 27, 2014, showing the award-winning documentary “American Outrage.” Please join us for the presentation and a brief discussion period to follow. Showtime will be 6:30 p.m. in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison,
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Monday, March 17, 2014, several food and beverages choices will be offered in Morrison, IL, from east-to-west and north-to-south. Choose corned beef and cabbage meals, reuben sandwiches, desserts, and beverages with a nod to the Irish. Below are 15 options, several of which are
On Sunday, March 9, 2014, Girls Scouts of the USA celebrated Girl Scout Sunday across the Nation. The largest American female organization began on March 12, 1912, in Savannah, GA, at the design of Juliette Gordan Lowe. GSUSA celebrates its 101st anniversary during the current Girl Scout Week. Junior Girl
The Sterling Rock Falls Historical Society Meeting Program on Sunday March 9, 2014, will be about the history of the Reformed Mennonite Church, established in the community in the mid-1800’s. It is now located at 1901 E. 3rd Street, Sterling, IL. The program, by Louis Sedig and Lee Johnson, will
The Chamber of Commerce is pleased to name Paul Beck, clerk at Express Lane Station, 651 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, the recipient of the “Because Nice Matters” Customer Service Award for the month of February 2014. Beck was nominated for his sunny disposition and engaging attitude towards his customers;
Meet the premiere athlete-coach of the United States on Saturday, March 29, 2014, when Morrison High School Wrestling hosts Dan Gable, “The Top Wrestler of the 20th Century.” The 2:00 p.m. fundraiser will be held in the gymnasium of Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. His presentation will
Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent in the Western Christian calendar, directly following Shrove Tuesday. Occurring 46 days before Easter, it is a moveable fast that can fall as early as February 4 and as late as March 10. According to the canonical gospels of Matthew, Mark and
It was a happy occasion on Wednesday, January 8, 2014, as the most-recent Morrison, IL, volunteer fireman marked a quarter century milestone. Stan Emmert, left, is shown receiving the prestigious Bulova watch from Fire Chief David Benters at the station. Emmert became a member of Morrison Fire Department (MFD) on