2026 Taste of Morrison

  In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, several food and beverage venues will offer food and drink in Morrison, IL, from east-to-west and north-to-south.  Choose corned beef and cabbage meals, reuben sandwiches, desserts, and beverages with a nod to the Irish.  Below are 17 places to

Wild Boar to Baconfest: Pigs in History and Popular Culture

  Sterling Rock Falls Historical Society will present a “tasty” program at the Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society’s 2:00 p.m. meeting, on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Lincoln Learning Center, 611 E. Third Street, Sterling, IL.  This special presentation is also sponsored by the Sterling Public Library.  The public is

Did You Adjust Timepieces Ahead? Test Smoke Alarms?

  Daylight Saving Time begins at 3:00 a.m., on Sunday, March 8, 2026.  Reset your timepieces, clocks, and appliances ahead one hour. Be sure to reset vehicle clocks, too. Also, test smoke alarms.  Replace batteries soon, if they are low or dead.

Kiwanis Members Donated to Organizations

  Steve Davis, President Morrison Kiwanis, is shown last year, presenting a $200 check to Hillary Blevins for Morrison Girl Scouts.  This is one of the organizations Kiwanis Club supported in 2025.  We thank our community for all the support they give us, so we can help others. On Tuesday,

Lions Rose Day Sale and Recycle Day

  Mark your calendars for two significant events sponsored by Morrison Lions Club, in April 2026. Morrison Lions Club members are taking orders for roses to be delivered on Good Friday, April 3.  We cannot guarantee a certain color, but your request will be honored as closely as possible.  Colors

March 2 Deadline to Nominate Rock Falls Hometown Hero

   Applications will be accepted through Monday, March 2, 2026, to apply for the Rock Falls, IL, Hometown Heroes Military Banner Program.  This initiative recognizes current and former Rock Falls residents who have served–or are currently serving–our Country, in any branch of the United States Military.  Space is limited, so

Resthave Care & Rehabilitation Valentines Day Royalty

  Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, celebrated Valentine’s Day at the Residential Center. Each year a King and Queen are chosen for special recognition, from the Nursing wing and the Assisted Living wing. The Valentine’s Day festivities included music, refreshments, socializing, and plenty of photo opportunities

MIT Hosts Rotary Club Members

  Mick Welding submitted the press release and photographs. Recently, Morrison Rotary Club members toured Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL.  Our club was treated to a tour of the Innovation Center at Morrison Tech.  Thank you Mike Gunderson for coordinating the visit and for Morrison Tech

Revolutionary War Activities Event February 15

  Learn about Revolutionary times, at “Celebrate America’s 250th” anniversary, on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at York Township Library, 1005 W. Main Street, Thomson, IL, 61285.  Become a Revolutionary Reader and participate in games and activities for the whole family. The event is sponsored by ∗  Charles Carroll Society Children

March 1 Family Symphony Concert in Camanche, IA

  Under Music Director and Conductor Silas Huff, Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s annual Family Concert will be performed at 2:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon, March 1, 2026, at the Camanche High School Theater.  The location is 937 9th Avenue, Camanche, IA.  Adult tickets are $20 available at the door.  Students are admitted

American Red Cross Urges: Learn First Aid and CPR

    February is National Heart Month, thus the American Red Cross urges people to be ready for the moments that matter. Today, millions of Americans serve as caregivers, who support both young children and aging loved ones–often at the same time.  Yet many of them lack critical lifesaving training,

American Legion Certificate for Kenneth Brainerd

  Morrison, IL, American Legion Post 328 Commander Larry J. Zuidema–at left– presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Service Officer Kenneth Brainerd, on Monday, February 9, 2026. “In recognition and sincere appreciation of your outstanding service to Post 328.  Your efforts in recruiting over ten percent of our membership demonstrate

Jack Brearton’s 90th Birthday Party

  The American Legion building, 306 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, hosted a gathering of Brearton family, former and current Morrison Fire Department “brothers,” community members, and Legionnaires, to honor one of its members:  Jack Brearton.  He celebrated his 90th birthday on Saturday, February 7, 2026.  The celebration was from