Presented by certifying organization Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois on Saturday, April 29, 2023, Hillary Blevins of Morrison, IL, received The Presidential Volunteer Service Award for Lifetime Achievement. The award recognizes Blevins for performing more than 4000 hours of eligible volunteer service. This was the first Lifetime Achievement award presented
Timber Lake Playhouse (TLP) brings one of the most beloved musicals of all time to the playhouse, now through Sunday, July 9, 2023: “The Sound of Music.” Below, Gabriel Pauley, Makenzie Ruff, Luke Holcomb, Catia Wilson, Taylor Jakobs, Rosemary Heckard, and Kynnedi Smith rehearse a scene with Mollie-Claire Matthews (Maria.)
The Morrison Historical Society Board purchased General Admission tickets to share with others, in order to celebrate “Morrison/Fulton Day,” “Scout Day,” and “Sugar Cookie Day,” at Clinton LumberKings Park, on Sunday, July 9, 2023. The address is 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA 52732. At 2:00 p.m., home team Clinton Elotes
The Board of the Morrison Charitable Food Pantry, NFP is proud to announce that we are realizing a dream come true, with our purchase of the former Hilltop Lanes building, 629 E. Lincolnway Road, to be our new operating location. We appreciate the current owner, Dakota Hagerman, for his willingness
The Editor will travel to, and participate as a Delegate at, the Daughters of the American Revolution Continental Congress in Washington, D. C., from Saturday, June 24, through Tuesday, July 4, 2023. Constitution Hall is an imposing venue, covering nearly a square block. It includes the largest concert/event hall in
Are you ready for a summer cookout, tasty snacks, and refreshing soft drinks? If so, Morrison High School’s Key Club chapter and members of Morrison Kiwanis Club invite you to stop by the corner of U. S. Route 30 and Cherry Street, on Saturday, June 24, 2023, from 9:30 a.m.
Letter to the Editor: I would like to express my appreciation to all the people who have made the dog park possible. I realize it has taken many monetary donations and time spent volunteering to make the park a reality. I use the park nearly every day and sometimes twice
The evening of Saturday, June 17, 2023, was perfect for the first downtown Main Street Car Show in Morrison, IL. Organized by Ron Wiemer, below, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., “about 30” entries were displayed. Citizens reminisced, admired, and–perhaps–coveted these wheeled works of art. Remember the allure of chrome? It
In Kaywyn Beswick’s May 2023 American Red Cross Blood Drive report, the Editor indicated the next drive would be at St. Mary Catholic Church, as usual. That is incorrect. The ARC Blood Drive on Thursday, July 20, 2023, will be held at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, beginning
United Way of Whiteside County provides free meals to children in 18 communities all summer long. “Our program provides kids in Whiteside County with nutritious meals during the summer months,” said CEO Keri Olson. “Making food accessible to our youth when school is not in session is vital, to ensure
Editor’s note: Automotive photos were taken by the Editor at prior car shows. Hear ye, hear ye, vehicle show enthusiasts! Ron Wiemer has organized a Car Show scheduled on downtown Main Street, in Morrison, IL, for Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., rain or shine. Registration begins
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey took photographs and added captions. The 2023 Grand Illinois Bike Tour (GIBT) traveled to Morrison, IL, on their trip through northwest Illinois, on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. Resident Cyclist Marc Adami was part of the event. This year, approximately 190 GIBT riders–from 19 States and Canada–pedaled
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey supplied 16 photographs. The Editor took three photos of the MHS Band and Choir and Mark Schuler’s certificate. Morrison, IL, began its celebration of America’s 157th Decoration Day/Memorial Day parade, on Monday, May 29, 2023. It began at 10:30 a.m. with a Main Street parade and
Editor’s note: Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey took the photo of Wes Haan speaking, on Monday, May 29, 2023. Click here to read the Memorial Day feature including parade pictures. The Editor photographed the Haan family military boots and cap. The latter shows the 1st Cavalry Division insignia of Doug Haan.
The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, welcomes the public to Third Thursday on June 15, 2023. This morning get together will be a special “treat,” because professional baker Shelli Eng will contribute strawberry scones, cinnamon rolls, and chocolate chip cookies. Many know her as “The Bread