“It’s a Wonderful Life” Radio Play Returns

Morrison Music Theatre Association (MMTA) will hold a repeat performance of “It’s a Wonderful Life,” over two days, during the first week of December 2022. MMTA presented this version of the iconic play in 2019, to very enthusiastic audiences, but then COVID-19 intervened. There will be radio advertisements and entertainment

2022 Veterans Day Tribute

As its annual duty, at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, American Legion Post 328 honored America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of Country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. It was 32 degrees, and 32 people were in attendance. Beginning

November 17 Third Thursday

The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will host “Third Thursday,” on November 17, 2022, (before the gallery doors open) from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m.  Male and female community members are invited to relax in conversation. This month, enjoy free Keurig coffee K-cups, hot apple cider, cookies,

County Rural Schools Program November 13

Morrison Historical Society invites area citizens to a presentation featuring over 200 rural schools in Whiteside County. Those who attended a one-room schoolhouse will enjoy this topic. Come reminisce or share your story. The final program of the Morrison Historical Society 2022 series will begin at 1:30 p.m., on Sunday,

Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society Program November 13

Join Sterling Rock Falls Historical Society on Sunday, November 13, 2022, at 2:00 p.m., for an interesting program: “A Fire of Straw in Bureau County.” The Lincoln Learning Center, 611 E. 3rd Street, Sterling, IL, is the location. There is no fee to attend and refreshments will be served. Our

Holiday Remembrance Program November 13

  The Bosma-Renkes Funeral Homes and Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home would like to invite everyone to attend their annual Holiday Remembrance Program, on Sunday, November 13, 2022, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., at their Morrison Chapel, 404 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The Holiday Remembrance Program is a special service offered to

Red Cross Recognizes Service After Service

This Veterans Day, Friday, November 11, 2022, the American Red Cross is recognizing veterans who continue their service in local communities across the Country. As disasters roil communities, veterans are donning the Red Cross vest and lending a hand to those in need in their local communities. At military bases

Paint Clay Ornaments on November 8

The Loft of Main will host a “drop-in” ornament painting party between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.  This creative endeavor is planned for men, women, boys, and girls of all ages.  The location is 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  The public is invited to

MCH Foundation Holiday Tour of Homes

The 2nd Annual Holiday Tour of Homes, sponsored by Morrison Community Hospital Foundation, is just weeks away. The public is cordially invited to attend. Tickets are now available. Five homes are in the City of Morrison, IL, on three streets; visit them in any order. Owners are Gosch (301 E.

Did You Move Time Backwards?

Daylight Saving Time ended early this morning, Sunday, November 6, 2022. Have you reset your timepieces, timers, and clocks in vehicles? You have “an extra hour” to get that done today.

Turn Clocks Back and Test Smoke Alarms

As Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 6, 2022, the American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms as they turn their clocks back, to help stay safe from home fires. Seven people loss their lives to home fires every day in United States. Test your smoke

November 11 Service at Grove Hill Cemetery

The American Legion Post 328 in Morrison, IL, will have a short presentation at the Morrison Veterans Park & Memorial, at Grove Hill Cemetery, on Veterans Day, Friday, November 11, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. We will form up at 10:45; say a few words at 10:58 to memorialize the date

Whiteside County Rural Schools Book Program November 13

The final program of the Morrison Historical Society 2022 series will begin at 1:30 p.m., on Sunday, November 13, in Morrison’s Heritage Museum Hearth Room.  Doors open at 1:00. The location is 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL.  Parking and an entrance ramp are available behind the building.  There is no

Oil Painting with Nina at The Loft on Main

“Oil Painting with Nina” is an event for the public at The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. It will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. The fee is $45 per person. Please RSVP by Tuesday, November 1, to secure your

October 30: Ethics and Current Ideological Movements

Our major debates over politics and science are primarily debates about Ethics. Progress and Polarization: Are things getting better or worse? The Whiteside Forum opens its 2022-2023 season on Sunday, October 30, 2022, hosting Dr. Stephen R. C. Hicks. He will speak to “Ethics and Current Ideological Movements,” starting at