KJ’s Bar & Grill, 115 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, hosts the Dirt Road Rockers from 9:30 p.m., Saturday, March 23, to 1:30 a.m., Sunday, March 24, 2013. The local band plays rock and country rock music.
As a family man and a resident of the City of Morrison for over 60 years, I care about what happens to our City and the people within it. I stand for strong neighborhood character, excellant services and programs, and fiscal responsibility. Throughout my years, I’ve met, listened to, and
Dear Morrison 3rd Ward Voters: My name is Curt Bender, and I am honored to be running for your representative on the Morrison City Council. I am running as 3rd Ward Alderman, because I think I can bring a different perspective to the council. I have been employed with Willett,
Hardee’s of Morrison, IL, 200 N. Base Street, will celebrate its remodel with a Grand Re-Opening featuring Customer Appreciation Specials, from Monday, March 11, through Sunday, March 17, 2013. There are no coupons required to access the special prices, but you may only purchase 10 of any item. Sausage Biscuits
The Whiteside Forum invites the public to its latest topical presentation, “Think Global, Act Local: Transportation,” on Thursday, February 28, 2013, in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. The program begins at 6:30 p.m. with guest speaker Gary Meden, Deputy for Programs
The Morrison Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, February 22, 2013, at Kreative Rentals Ltd., 115 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, to recognize new owner Katie Jakubs. She owns a “premier rental, decorating, and consulting business” for weddings, ceremonies, receptions, banquets, and other special events. Pictured
Three, dynamic guest speakers provided a unique women’s experience on Thursday, February 21, 2013. They included, left-to-right, Mary Black, owner of SuperWash, Inc.; financial consultant Angie VanderVinne of Farmers Insurance VanderVinne Agency; Whiteside County State’s Attorney Trish Joyce. Each shared 30 minutes of “Practical Points for the Everyday Woman” at
Morrison, IL, Boy Scouts of Troop 96 want you to follow their motto, “Be prepared.” To that end, they are taking orders for first aid kits until Monday, February 25, 2013. The proceeds will fund summer camp and other troop camping outings, places where first aid kits might come in
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, presents artist Marianne Biagi and “The Art of Bead Work” on Wednesday, February 20, 2013, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Program Room. Marianne’s colorful, vibrant and unique pieces of art made from beads, material, and thread are not only beautiful
Morrison United Methodist Church designed a community event at “the best place to be this Valentine’s Day,” Thursday, February 14, 2013. The Heritage Hall, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offered a “Dessert Fantasia” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Three activities made it a pleasant evening. Funds raised will support the
The Whiteside Forum presents “Think Global, Act Local: Transportation” on Thursday, February 28, 2013, in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, at 6:30 p.m. Guest speaker is Gary Meden, at left, Deputy for Programs and Project Management, Rock Island District, U. S.
Editor’s note: click here to read an interview of Marianne Biagi by the Editor, published December 23, 2010. What’s happening at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, in February? The answer to this question is an evening with artist Marianne Biagi and “The Art of Bead Work”
When was the last time you laughed so hard your face hurt? A plethora of Chamber of Commerce members, guests, and the general public might answer, “It was Monday, February 4, 2013, following the Morrison Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner and Meeting!” The event was held at Forest Inn, 20657
Discover the history and use of ancient American Indian artifacts at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, on Sunday, February 17, 2013, beginning at 1:30 p.m. For a second time, Morrison Historical Society brings informative and entertaining presenter Allan Ver Beke, of Hillsdale, IL, to discuss one of
Morrison United Methodist Church has designed a community event at “the best place to be this Valentine’s Day,” Thursday, February 14, 2013. The Heritage Hall, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will offer a “Dessert Fantasia” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Three activities will make this an evening of sweets and