About 3:15 p.m. on Thursday, August 28, 2025, two accidents occurred to the Super Wash, Inc., Headquarters, 707 W. Lincoln Road, in Morrison, IL. Both north and south ends of the building were struck: the first automatic washing bay and the south wall near the...
Brent’s Firehouse Coffee Donates to Fire and Police Departments
On Tuesday evening, July 22, 2025, Brent's Firehouse Coffee, LLC owners Amy and Brent Brightman, of Camanche, IA, awarded donations to Morrison Fire Department and Morrison Police Department, inside the Fire Station, 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Their...
Visit Third Thursday Coffee Hour July 17
Third Thursday at the Loft on Main extends a once-a-month welcome to visitors and regulars, to enjoy complimentary sweets, beverages, and conversations from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. This appealing gallery is located at 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. On July 17,...
July 10 Successful Pop-Up Market
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. The Thursday, July 10, 2025, evening conversion of Morrison's downtown into a Pop-Up Market was a success. The street was a constant flow of family and friends converging to enjoy the offerings and the rekindling of...
FNB Teams with Law Enforcement to Fight ATM Fraud
Farmers National Bank is proud to announce it has expanded its partnership with local Law Enforcement at four of its branch communities: Geneseo, Morrison, Mount Carroll, and Prophetstown, IL, to combat the growing threat of ATM and ITM fraud. In response to...
Growth through German Investment and U. S. Regional Partnerships
As global dynamics shift and National priorities realign, a historic investment from Germany has created a once-in-a-generation opportunity, for economic expansion and cross-border collaboration. With the German Government committing over $500 billion in...
Third Thursday on May 15
Join a convivial group of "Loft Lovers" during the monthly Third Thursday, May 15, 2025. One Thursday a month, The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, opens early, allowing folks to gather for conversation with complimentary, home made treats and...
Tiny Art Auction at The Loft on Main May 17
Photos show the "Tiny Art" pieces that originally were displayed at Odell Public Library. They were moved to The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Sharon Boyles stated, "A huge thank you goes to Pat McGarvey, Fran Plude, and Joan Vander Bleek...
Farmers National Bank Promotes Prophetstown Employees
Farmers National Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Prophetstown, IL, employees Michael Urish, Tiffany Tipton, and Nick Volckmann. • Urish, a Vice President and 15-year employee has been named Chief Lending Officer. In addition to his bank...
Liquor Land Convenience Store
In February 2025, a new enterprise opened its doors, conveniently located at 606 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, beside McDonald's. Liquor Land is a convenience store that is open each day from 9:00 a.m. to midnight. The business boasts of having "the lowest...
McDonald’s Awards Morrison Music Boosters $500
On Wednesday, April 2, 2025, McDonald's, 604 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, allowed Morrison Music Boosters to host the first "Good Neighbor Night" fundraiser to benefit a Morrison organization. The event was held between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. The Music Boosters...
Open House at The Blue Violet March 22
Owner/Designer LuEllen Lee will host a Spring Open House for the public, on Saturday morning, March 22, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Her attractive florist business offers fresh and and silk arrangements; wall decor; wedding and funeral pieces; concrete...
A Trio of Resthave Royal Couples 2025
Karla Burn, Resthave Care & Rehabilitation Marketing Director, submitted the article and photographs. We had a delightful twist this year, when voting for Resthave's Royalty for Valentines Day. The voting concluded with three kings and three queens…all...
“Let’s Wash the Car!” Said a Morrison Throng
On Friday, January 17, 2025, in the mid-afternoon, the temperature in Morrison, IL, was a pleasant 52 degrees. Earlier in the day, the Editor had noticed long lines at a Sterling, IL, car wash. So, the decided to visit Super Wash, Inc., 707 W. Lincoln Way,...
Burrito Fundraiser for God’s Will Giving Center
Orders now are being taken through Valentine's Day, February 14, 2025, for a beef Burrito Fundraiser to support God's Will Giving Center, 126 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. This popular, fresh food is made locally by Paula Rodriguez. Fans of her burritos buy...