Between Friendz began the new year with a move across the street, to better display its wide variety of artisan-crafted products, in a charming building with “a country store feel,” stated co-owner Traci Heusinkveld on Friday, January 4, 2013. Connie Decker is also co-owner of the shop. The store is
The Whiteside Forum presents “Think Global, Act Local: Agriculture” on Thursday, January 24, 2013, in the program room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. The presentation begins at 6:30 p.m. with guest speaker Don Beswick of Morrison. All Forum events are free and open to
Like so many successful organizations, Morrison Historical Society depends on the services of dedicated volunteers. You may have met some of these friendly folks, as they welcomed visitors to Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway Road, Morrison, IL, three days a week in 2012. The museum is open from 1:00
Renee Schroth came home to an unfortunate situation during the blustery snowstorm on Thursday, December 20, 2012. Even in the dark and with blowing snow, up close it was easy to see the roof damaged by the collapse of an enormous pine. Schroth owns the house at 203 Pine Street,
The final 2012 nominees for Morrison Rotary Students of the Month are Brock Deter and Olivia Vander Bleek. Deter is the son of Rick and Glenda Deter. He is involved in football, baseball, basketball, and National Honors Society. He also enjoys Key Club, Church Youth Group, and working as a
What a lovely practical math assignment! Sullivan’s Foods, U. S. Route 30 and Madison Street, Morrison, IL, tallied donations and purchases separately, to determine the splendid total donation made to Morrison Friends Food Pantry. The stores’s community service project began with their Holiday Open House on Saturday, November 17, 2012.
For a chuckle, read the latest essay by Pam Pickens on the Op/Ed page. “The Budweiser Story” is not what it seems.
The financial institution that reaches its 110th anniversary is rare–and one that deserves admiration and congratulations! Farmers National Bank, is celebrating its longevity, Friday, December 14, and Saturday, December 15, 2012, during regular lobby hours. Refreshments will be served. Register for holiday gift baskets. The bank serves customers at three
On Friday, November 30, 2012, Gary L. Spencer enjoyed a convivial retirement gathering in the Whiteside County Board Room, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. He held the distinguished position of Whiteside County State’s Attorney for 33 years. Trish Joyce has begun her new career as State’s Attorney. On hand
William R. “Bill” Borum finds himself at the end of a list of 20 Morrison, IL, Postmasters, stretching back to the first one, Martin V. B. Smith, who was appointed on March 10, 1896. Borum was officially appointed to the Morrison position on Saturday, November 17, 2012, with an installation
Girl Scouts of the United States of America (GSUSA) is the premier all-women organization in the United States. For 100 years, GSUSA has been dedicated to “building girls of courage, confidence, and character”–even in “women” as young as Daisy and Brownie Girl Scouts. This nurturing infuses the programs, but dedicated
“It’s an exciting opportunity,” stated Toby Lindeman on Tuesday, December 11, 2012. He is owner of Fat Boy’s, 201 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, where Lindeman recently installed the first video gaming machines in the City. “I would certainly hope that they’ll increase my business.” On Friday, December 7, five
Businesses sometimes need a “makeover” to remain attractive to their customers and clients. Such a visual change is more than an investment in good community relations–it is enervating and pleasing to see. Hardee’s, 200 N. Base Street, Morrison, IL, is the latest enterprise to reinvest in our City. This fall,
“Too Well-Loved to Ever Be Forgotten” was the theme of the 21st Annual Tree of Lights ceremony at Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL. The event began at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, December 10, 2012, in the front lobby. Each Annual Tree of Lights is a joint
Morrison Chamber of Commerce held its Silver Anniversary Christmas Walk parade on Saturday, December 1, 2012. The first guest of honor, driven by Mark Schuler, was Mayor Roger Drey, enjoying his last official parade ride. Next was Grand Marshall Tom Vogel, dressed appropriately for his first parade, followed by Co-Hosts Donald