At 2:00 p.m., on Tuesday, July 9, 2019, Friends of Odell Library will show the mystery film “The List of Adrian Messenger,” a film of intrigue, starring George C. Scott, Dana Wynter, and Kirk Douglas. The famous John Huston directed the film. Be prepared to guess the identity of actors
St. Peter Lutheran Church, 601 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, welcomed Rev. Tony Appel with an Installation Service on Sunday, June 2, 2019. The Installation began at 3:00 p.m. There was a luncheon afterward for congregants and community well wishers. Pastor Appel transferred from ? He is joined by his
The youngest children making the simplest creation will involve a process–in thought and use of media. So do animals. Elephants, chimpanzees, and gorillas have been known to “choose” a brush size color into which to dip it place-in-space to apply the brush to paper direction to move the brush moment
Unite Work Camp student volunteers made a visible impact in Morrison, IL. Three groups painted three homes in three days, Wednesday, June 19, through Friday, June 21, 2019. Three other teams worked their generous beautification magic in Clinton, IA. Five major churches were involved in this service project, to benefit
Editor’s note: Jerry Lindsey took the group photograph. Morrison Chamber of Commerce held a noon Ribbon Cutting for 5 Star Landscape Design, on Thursday, June 20, 2019. The setting was the artfully landscaped front yard of the owners, Javier and Maggie Carreno, at 810 W. Park Street, Morrison, IL. His
The annual community Wa-Tan-Ye Summer Brunch will be held Satrurday, June 22, 2019, beginning at 9:00 a.m., at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Enjoy a delicious meal of breakfast casseroles, muffins, breads, cinnamon rolls, fruit, and beverages. Have you wondered what flowers and bushes would make
Morrison Community Vacation Bible School will be held Monday, June 24, through Friday, June 28, 2019, at the Junior High, 300 Academic Drive, Morrison, IL, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Boys and girls from preschool through eighth grade are invited to participate. The theme this year is “Shipwrecked.” Preregister is
On Thursday, June 20, 2019, the public is invited to a Meet the Artists event at The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, starting at 6:30 p.m. There is no fee to attend. Each artist will discuss his/her philosophy, process, and products. Time will be allowed for
Editor’s note: Illinois District 71 Representative Tony McCombie submitted this editorial. As we approach Independence Day, it is hard not to reflect on the true meaning of the holiday, at a time when the 13 American colonies were no longer under the monarch of Britain. July 4th was declared by
The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, is more than a vibrant art gallery, with opportunities to meet artists or take classes from Woodlawn Arts Academy. Beginning Thursday, June 20, 2019, it will become a monthly venue for coffee, treats, and good conversation. Start your day with
Branch Manager and Loan Officer Michelle Renkes describes a recent beautification effort by Credit union employees. “Because 1st Gateway Credit Union employees work in a downtown business on Main Street, we usually park in the City parking lot. One day walking into work, it was noticed the weeds seemed to have
Morrison Historical Society will host Bryn Callahan, 17, State President of Children of the American Revolution (C. A. R.), on Sunday, June 30, 2019. The public is invited to this one-of-a-kind program at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Doors open at 1:00 p.m.; Callahan’s unique program starts
Editor’s note: Kathy Schmidt submitted the photographs. Resident Kathy Schmidt was dismayed in early June 2019, when she saw unused tennis courts atop the hill in Kelly Park, on High Street, Morrison, IL. “That’s such a mess!” she thought. She took her disgust and a plan to correct the “mess”
Andy Beranek Painting was honored with a second “Because Nice Matters” recognition, on Tuesday, June 11, 2019, at the Morrison Chamber of Commerce office, 221 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Chamber of Commerce Coordinator Meridith Layne presented a certificate and jar of candy. This recognition follows a previous customer accolade
The Heritage Bluegrass Festival is located in one of the greatest natural amphitheaters in the area, at Heritage Canyon, 515 4th Street, in Fulton, IL. On Saturday, June 8, 2019, from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m., you will be treated to some world-class bluegrass from regional and National acts. Tickets are