On Wednesday, April 19, 2017, two Morrison High School Seniors demonstrated their plans to continue their education at universities in Iowa, by signing Letters of Intent. MHS Head Football Coach Cory Bielema, left, stands behind his lineman, Brandon Meier. William Penn University Head Wrestling Coach Eric Reed stands behind Joe
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Morrison’s Heritage Museum is located at 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The building has a storied history, first as an 1865 Congregational Church; second as a meeting site for the Scientific and Literary Society; third as Odell Public Library. If you have
From 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., Still Cruisin’ Line Dancers will offer six classes in basic line dance, beginning Tuesday, April 18, 2017, at Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL. The classes are free, and each week’s session will teach new steps. Instructor Nancy Potter works under the auspices of
Arcane: adjective, meaning known or understood by very few; mysterious; secret; obscure; esoteric. By definition, “arcane” is an arcane descriptor. Gateway Arcana: Hidden History in the Iowa-Illinois Gateway will examine personalities, events, stories, and bits of information that escaped–or were excluded from–the official versions of history. Topics range from abolitionists
If you like action and family entertainment close to home, the Illinois High School Rodeo should do the trick. On Saturday, May 6, and Sunday, May 7, 2017, the Whiteside County Fairgrounds will host ten feats of athleticism–by riders and horses. Events begin on both days with a breakfast fundraiser
As the Earth evolves into a new season, The Whiteside Forum presents its spring Conference and Panel Discussion “Climate Change: Science, Skepticism, and Sustainable Development.” The public is invited to the Forum’s latest free, always thought-provoking event, on Friday, April 21, 2017, in the City of Morrison Community Room, at
This article was submitted by Jean Eggemeyer. Morrison residents Jim and Ann Camp have traveled through scores of interesting countries on six-of-the-seven continents. They rate their travel from Argentina to Antarctica as one of their top-five trips. “We were awed at the size of some of the floating ice we
Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, will hold a Spring Health Screening Special, from Monday, April 17, through Friday, April 21, 2017. Times are 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Call 815-772-4003 for an appointment. Fast for ten hours before testing. Come directly to the Morrison Community Hospital
Modern dentistry includes more services than routine cleaning, cavity repair, and orthodontics. Today’s dentists correct nature’s errors; life’s accidents; vanity’s desires. Dr. Craig Peterson, DMD, recognized a service could be offered at Cornerstone Family Dentistry, 521 W. Wall Street, Morrison, IL, and took steps to enhance his skills in the
“Watch our own very special Lisa Vos, RN,” from CGH Medical Center, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, IL. Vos was featured “on Harry Connick, Jr, reuniting with the man whose life she saved by performing Mouth-to-Mouth Resuscitation with two other nurses, at a half marathon,” in Key West, FL. The
Michael and Shirley Hart moved to Morrison, IL, on Friday, March 30, 2017, from Paragould, AK. He described their former home as “near 100 miles northwest of Memphis[, TN].” Shirley is al left in the front row, and Michael is in the back, His wife explained, “Our grandkids and daughter
At 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 8, 2017, Morrison Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony at As Good As New. The resale shop is located at the former Vision Source office of Dr. David Jennings and Dr. Bradley Yaklich, 201 E. Market Street, Morrison, IL. Including the photographer, 21
The annual ecumenical Community Cross Walk is Good Friday, April 14, beginning at 12:15 p.m. at Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, and continues to Pleasant View Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, 500 N. Jackson Street. Those unable to walk to Pleasant View (one mile round trip) may ride
Members of First Presbyterian Church of Morrison and other local groups will continue to serve free, well-balanced meals to members of the community. Meals are served one or two evenings each month from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., at 100 E. Lincolnway and Genesee Street, Morrison, IL. The church is handicap
Sharon Moore submitted his article. Spring has sprung, finally, and we are all anxious to get in our gardens and yards and start gardening! As you look over your gardens, please keep Morrison’s annual plant sale in mind. It will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2017, from 8:00 a.m.