Odell Early Childhood Resource Fair

Join staff at Odell Public Library for an opportunity to learn about local programs and resources, for young children. A free, drop-in, Early Childhood Resource Fair is planned for Saturday, February 10, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The library is located at 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Child-friendly

Rose with Valentine’s Day McDonald’s Breakfast

McDonald’s Restaurant, 606 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, has a loving treat for those who order breakfast on Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, February 14, 2024. The first 50 customers to drive-through and order breakfast, will be presented with a fresh rose (as long a supplies last.) What better way to start Valentine’s

Flock to the Rock on February 10

    Editor’s note: Jacklyn Hanson of Morrison, IL, photographed these eagles on November 13, 2015. Everyone is invited to our 4th Annual Flock to the Rock on Saturday, February 10, 2024. Head to the Lower Dam, 300 W. First Street, Rock Falls, IL, any time before 10:00 a.m., to

Andersons Celebrate 54th Anniversary

Eric and Linda (Schroth) Anderson celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary, on Thursday, January 18, 2024. The Morrison, IL, couple acknowledged that milestone, during the Saturday, January 20, Cub Scout Pinewood Derby event, at Morrison United Methodist Church. Both have been integral to the Scouting program for decades. They met during

FFA Alumni Fundraiser February 5

Future Farmers of America Alumni will host a breakfast fundraiser, on Monday, February 5, 2024, at Family Chef, 701 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Serving is from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. Menu items include 1. pancakes 2. sausage patties 3. eggs 4. orange juice 5. chocolate milk 6. coffee. The fundraiser

Resthave Bingo Night February 8

The City of Morrison Parks and Recreation Department and the Morrison High School Key Club are partnering, to host a Bingo Night for local residents age 50 and above. This event will be held at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at

Scout Sunday February 4, 2024

Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, invites the public to attend the annual Scout Sunday worship, on February 4, 2024, with “A Celebration of Scouting Ministry.” Pastor Sun-Ah Kang will officiate the 9:00 a.m. service. Former Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, or current Scouts are especially welcome.

Meet Andrew Stutzke Today at 2:00

Mark Twain noted, “A great, great deal has been said about the weather, but very little has ever been done.” Author E. B. White wrote, “Sailors have an expression about the weather: they say the weather is a great bluffer. I guess the same is true of our human society–things

Program: Winter Is for the Birds

The sandhill crane is both majestic and mysterious. Its smooth, sleek body moves gracefully as it slowly walks the marsh land of the Mississippi River. Occasionally, you may be fortunate enough to spot one or two from spring-to-fall here in the Clinton, IA, or Fulton, IL, area. However, observing nearly

2024 Cub Scout Pinewood Derby

Morrison Cub Scout Pack 328 held the annual Pinewood Derby, on Saturday, January 13, 2023, in Fellowship Hall of Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Scout Master Eric Anderson stated the Pine Wood Derby likely began when Cub Scouting did, in 1930. At that time is was

NWS Update Through January 23

Whiteside County Health Department Assistant Director of Public Health Cory Law describes details from the National Weather Service of the Quad-Cities, regarding weather through Tuesday, January 23, 2024. “For continued updates please visit weather.gov/quadcities, and learn more ice safety at weather.gov/safety/winter-ice-frost.” A wintry mix of rain, snow, sleet, and freezing

Boy Scout Fundraiser at Culver’s January 23

This photo of Wednesday, March 15, 2023, marked the bridging of two Arrow of Light-ranked Cub Scouts into Scouts BSA, of Morrison, IL. Brinkley, second from right, could continue in a Scouts BSA all-female Troop, if five members were interested. Currently, the five members of Scouts BSA Troop 96 are

CCC B-rrry Scurry Race February 3

The Clinton College College B-rrry Scurry is the first race in the Clinton, IA, area Mississippi River Challenge. Participants of three Clinton races (the CCC B-rrry Scurry 4-Mile Run; the Pam Pray Memorial 4-Mile Run (April 7); one of the three Clinton Half Marathon Races(September 8), will earn the large,

Bitter Cold! Wind Gusts! Freezing Rain!

Cory Law of Whiteside County Health Department stated on Friday, January 19, 2024, prepared this update from the National Weather Service of the Quad Cities, discussing the extreme cold this weekend and potential for icing next week. Please monitor weather.gov/quadcitiesfor more information throughout the weekend. Bitterly cold conditions will continue

January 28 Meet Meteorologist Stutzke

The Whiteside Forum will host guest speaker Andrew Stutzke, a Sterling, IL, native and the morning meteorologist for WQAD TV8. He will attend on Sunday afternoon, January 28, 2024, in the City of Morrison Community Room at Odell Public Library in Morrison, IL. Odell Public Library is located at 307