Barb Mask Program “Murders In Fulton’s History”

  Fulton Historical Society announces its first Fall program in 2024–“Murders in Fulton’s History.”  Continuing in a series of local research projects, which have included histories of gas stations, taverns and bars, physicians, and steamboats, this topic features more on human behaviors.  Barbara Mask and Harvey Geerts, members of Fulton

September 17-23 “Constitution Week”

  The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) urges Americans to reflect on the United States Constitution, during this month’s annual observance in honor of this foundational document of National governance. “There are two documents of paramount importance to American history:  the Declaration of Independence, which forged our

Kiwanis Awards Girl Scouts $200

  On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, Steve Davis, Morrison Kiwanis President, presented a $200 check to Hillary Blevins on behalf of Morrison, IL, Girl Scouts. “Kiwanis club helps support many local organizations.  We couldn’t do this without community support and Morrison High School Key Club students at our sandwich and

September 29 Resthave Family Fun Day

Editor’s note:  These 2023 photos were taken by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The public is invited to Resthave Family Fun Day, on Sunday, September 29, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Resthave Care & Rehabilitation is located at 408 Maple Avenue, in Morrison, IL.  Park at Ebenezer Reformed Church,

1st Year of Morrison Charitable Food Pantry NFP

  Press release submitted by President Leveda Ashlin. It doesn’t seem like a year has passed, but on Thursday, August 29, 2024, we celebrated our one-year anniversary, for food distribution from our new building. We…erected a new sign where the old Hilltop Bowling Alley sign [was.]  We…rented the back half

Impact Life Blood Drive September 24

  Emmanuel Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, will host a community Blood Drive, on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.  The hours are 2:30 to 5:00 p.m. To make an appointment, call 309-714-2008, scan the QR code with your phone, or follow the link https://bit.ly/3zWxxFZ.

Kiwanis Donates to LIFE Free Book Program

  Steve Davis, Morrison Kiwanis President, presented Keri Olson, CEO of United Way of Whiteside County, a donation of $500 on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.  This funding is for the LIFE Program, to help pay for new books each month, for children in Whiteside County ages 0-5 years old. Thank

Morrison Lions Fulfill their Motto – We Serve

  Mick Welding submitted this press release earlier. Morrison Lions fulfilled two service projects honoring Earth Day (Monday, April 22, 2024,) on two, consecutive Saturdays in April.  On Saturday, April 13, several members cleaned up trash along a one-mile stretch of U. S. Route 30, east of Morrison, IL.  Left-to-right

Severe Weather Strains Red Cross Blood Supply

  Communities across The United States are encouraged to stay ready for possible emergencies, and to give blood or platelets during National Preparedness Month, September 2024. The American Red Cross continues to experience a National blood supply emergency.  Remnants of Hurricane Debby, earlier in August, and other severe weather events

How to Deal with Extreme Heat

  Cory Law, Whiteside County Health Department Assistant Organizational Officer, submitted this Public Service Announcement, regarding health risks during extreme heat. National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for today, Monday, August 26, 2024, and a Heat Watch through Tuesday, August 27. An Excessive Heat Warning means dangerous

September 29 Flag Burning Ceremony at 12:30 p.m.

  On the last Sunday of September each year, The America Legion Post 328 in Morrison, IL, conducts our Flag Retirement Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park.  Flags that have been deposited into our Flag Drop Box (306 E. Main Street) throughout the year are burned, pursuant to United States Flag

United Way Campaign Celebration and Luncheon

  The United Way of Whiteside County invites community members to celebrate local impact and kick off this year’s fundraising campaign, at their annual Campaign Celebration and Luncheon.  The event will be Thursday, September 5, 2024, at noon, at Woodlawn Arts Academy, 3807 Woodlawn Road, Sterling, IL.  Working with 21

August 25 Museum Program: Dutch Days and Vogel Families

  Fulton, IL, resident Barbara Mask will document the origin of Dutch Days in 1974 during her PowerPoint program, at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, on Sunday, August 25, 2024.  Doors open at 1:00 p.m., and her program begins promptly at 1:30. The museum, at 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, is accessible

August 17 Demolition Derby Results and Photos

  24-26 / SATURDAY DEMO DERBY Tyler Bielema earned the evening’s top prize of $2000 from the Open Wire Full Size heat, at the Demolition Derby, Saturday, August 17, 2024.  Extreme Derby Promotions, headed by Rob Mahnesmith of Chillicothe, IL, and his skilled crew, orchestrated their sixth event during the

Fair Results of August 17

  Below are Saturday, August 17, 2024, winners in the following classes:  Kids Tractor Pedal Pull 2; Truck and Tractor Pull; Fair Board Election results; Friend of the Fair Award. 24-24 / PEDAL PULL 2 With hands clutched on the steering wheels and determination in their eyes, 45 youngsters took