On Thursday, December 8, 2022, President Joe Biden announced WNBA Basketball star and “unjustly detained” Russian prisoner Brittney Griner has been released. The release was due to a prisoner swap with Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout. “She’s safe; she’s on a plane; she’s on her way home,” the President stated.
Pop into the lobby of AdvantageOne Credit Union, 204 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, every Friday in December, for a free bag of popcorn. All members of the Morrison community are welcome. On Saturday, December 17, from 10:00 a.m. to noon, enjoy cookies, cocoa, and Christmas crafts and write a
The following Chamber of Commerce Lighted Christmas Parade entries won top prize in four categories, on Saturday, December 3, 2022. Float Winners Elfin’ Magic Award: given to the outstanding entry featuring children as the main part of the entry: Crossroads Community Church. Spectacular Sparkles Award: given to the entry that
How fast can you make your mini-Christmas tree spin? Explore reactions while making some holiday “cloud dough.” Youth ages 5-12 can learn more about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (S.T.E.A.M.) at the University of Illinois Extension holiday workshop. These workshops occur from 9:00 a.m. to noon, Saturday, December 17,
Mick Welding submitted this pres release. Friday, December 9, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m, is the annual Morrison Community Hospital Auxiliary Treasures and Bake Sale. Dody Ogburn and her Dietary staff will sell breakfast burritos. The Bake Sale will be held in the main entrance hallway. Donated, gently-used
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey sent this short video of the Saturday, December 3, 2022, Christmas Parade. Kindly share the link with others. Click the link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z3L-yJAuJCOCAqEReOB1ScjJO_v0x6i8/view.
On Saturday, December 3, 2022, at Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL, the Early American Crafters will host a Christmas Walk from noon to 6:00 p.m. Heritage Canyon Christmas Walk has something for all ages. Stroll woodland paths, bridges, and brick sidewalks to visit recreated buildings decorated for the
National Wreaths Across America Day is a free community event open to all people; it started as a simple gesture of thanks to America’s veterans. It has grown into a National movement of dedicated volunteers and communities, coming together, to not only remember the Nation’s fallen and honor their service,
The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will host ornament painting Saturday, December 3, 2022. Stop by any time between 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., while you are enjoying the Christmas Walk and Parade. Ornaments, paint, and brushes will be supplied. There is no charge to create
Morrison Community Hospital Auxiliary has planned their annual fundraiser for the community. A Bake Sale and Treasures will be held Friday, December 9, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Delectable treats and gift items will be available for purchase in the Morrison Community Hospital lobby, 303 N. Jackson Street,
Before and during the Morrison Christmas Walk, on Saturday, December 3, 2022, warm soups will be available at Morrison United Methodist Church, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., for a donation. Choose from Chili, Vegetable, Vegan Potato, or Hamburger-Cheese. Crackers, Family Chef rolls, desserts, coffee, and water will be included. Use
Marc Adami submitted this report. The Editor took the photo. The Whiteside Forum had another great presentation today[, Sunday, November 27, 2022,] “Ukraine: How You Can Help?” with Paula Schares, of Morrison, IL, and Paula Purcell, of DeWitt, IA. In case you missed it, the WQAD (Channel 8) news team
Marc Adami submitted this press release. From 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., The Whiteside Forum will host two Guest Speakers, on Sunday, November 27, 2022, to discuss “how to support Ukraine families seeking refuge in our area.” They seek to connect English speakers online with Ukrainians and direct support for local
Help us build the Morrison, IL, Winter Park at Waterworks Park. We are a group of Morrison volunteers committed to improving winter family and recreational opportunities, for our citizens and neighbors. Please email us at morrisonwinterpark@gmail.com or call/text Trent Bush at 815-440-1218 with any questions. We want kids and families
Autumn spices wafted inside The Loft on Main, during Third Thursday coffee hour, Thursday, November 17, 2022. Once a month before the doors are opened, the public is invited to enjoy home-baked treats, beverages, and pleasant conversation, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. Left-to-right are Mark Zinnen, LuEllen Lee, Mayor Scott