The Miller Club at De Immigrant Windmill in Fulton, IL, had the opportunity to visit two watermills in the Midwest on Monday, July 8, 2013. The Miller Club was formed in 2010 to encourage young people to become interested in volunteering, history, science, and Fulton’s windmill area. The participants range
The Morrison High School Class of 1993 has organized the first “Strides for Students” 5K Run/Walk event to benefit the Morrison Schools Foundation. It will be held Saturday, August 10, 2013, at Morrison-Rockwood State Park, Morrison, IL. Everyone will receive refreshments, but t-shirts can be guaranteed only for those who
Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor from AD 161 to 180–the last of the “Five Good Emperors,” and is considered one of the most important Stoic philosophers. He noted, “Men exist for mutual service.” This lesson is demonstrated throughout the year by a youth group at Morrison High School: the
Eileen Detra, Main Street Director, wants neighboring communities to know 2013 family events continue in place in Prophetstown, IL. Visitors are encouraged to attend the following. Saturday, August 3, and Sunday, August 4, is the 8th Annual Pow-Wow at the Prophetstown State Park. Host drum Beenah Un Dennah (Song
The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its meeting on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at 6:00 p.m., in the lower-level Boards and Commissions Meeting Room, 200 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. The agenda follows. Approval of the Chairman’s Report of June 5, 2013 Public Hearing: Request for variance,
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Main Street Director Eileen Detra wants the surrounding communities to know that 2013 summer events are ongoing in Prophetstown, IL. Several opportunities to enjoy family activies are listed below. Saturday, August 3, and Sunday, August 4 is the 8th Annual Pow-Wow at the Prophetstown State Park. Beenah Un Dennah
Wayne Farrall, 95, of Resthave Nursing Home, Morrison, IL, died Thursday, July 25, 2013, at the Nursing Home. Wayne was born December 12, 1917, in Prophetstown, IL, to Clarence and Corda (Stewart) Farrell. He was educated in the rural Whiteside County grade schools and was a graduate of Prophetstown High
Hammer and cat’s paw in hand, respectively, Dr. Bradley R. and Elizabeth Yaklich have been hands-on participants in the renovation of their new Vision Source Morrison location at 626 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Housed at the west end is Puppy Love. For the rest of the week, they work with,
When he locks up Friday, July 26, 2013, Dr. David C. Jennings closes the door on his optometrist career of 38 years. His wife, Julie, is retiring after 27 years. Of his eight staff, all but Julie will continue in the practice of Dr. Bradley R. Yaklich at a new
If you closed your eyes, it sounded like a gurgling mountain stream. Rushing water sparkled in the morning sun of Thursday, July 25, 2013, as it flowed steadily from a pipe above the hill in Kelly Park, to E. High Street, Morrison, IL. Well #4 was the source. Recently, a
If you desire to try a new handcraft, the Mission Group of Morrison United Methodist Church has a perfect learning opportunity. On Saturday, July 27, 2013, from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m., seven women will instruct participants in six artistic techniques. “How to Get Started” takes place in the Fellowship Hall,
Editor’s note: Fireman Arian Landheer, at right, is a member of the Lyndon Fire Department. Letter to the Editor: Our local American Red Cross Disaster Action Team volunteers and staff as well as dozens of fire departments, community organizations, businesses, and volunteers responded on scene and behind the scenes to
New pump equipment is functioning at Well #4 in Kelly Park, Morrison, IL. On Thursday morning, July 25, 2013, Layne Christensen Company put the well to the test. Residents in the area will note water streaming down the street into the catch basin–a normal and welcome part of the testing
The Morrison Area Community Foundation (MACF) announces that a new round of grants will become available in September 2013. Grant applications must be submitted by September 1. Guidelines, eligibility requirements, and applications are available online at the Foundation’s web site www.morrisonareacf.org, or at the Morrison Chamber of Commerce, 221 W.