The Sisters of St. Francis Clinton, IA, “promote social justice and support efforts to tackle issues such as poverty, exclusion, gender equality, unemployment, and human rights. We encourage everyone to look at how social justice affects poverty eradication.” To that end, they host a Social Justice Film Fest on Thursdays
Morrison Girl Scout Troop 1504 will host a Girl Scout Cookie booth for the public, on Saturday, March 7, 2020, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Embraced, located at 104 W. Main Street, in Morrison, IL. This is the former Quinn’s Jewelry store. Eight cookie varieties will be available (while
Morrison Schools Foundation will host a Roaring 20s Trivia Night on Saturday, February 29, 2020, at Brick Block Pub, 105 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Check-in is at 6:00 p.m. Play begins at 6:30, led by Adam Smith. See details below. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Prizes will be
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, February 14, 2020. Arrests: On Sunday, February 23, 2020, at approximately 3:45 p.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Archildress R. Byrd, age 30 of Chicago, IL, for a
The Savanna Historical Society will present “The Journey to Mollie’s War: WACS and WWII” at Savanna Museum and Cultural Center, 406 Main Street, Savanna, IL, on Sunday, March 8, 2020. The program begins at 2:00 p.m. A presentation by Cyndee Schaffer draws on letters from her mother, Mollie Weinstein Schaffer,
Sara Vanderkleed, nee Vankooten, is a Morrisonian who now lives in Lafayette, IN. She is an artist (“I create.”) and instructor (“I help you create.”) who produces fine art paintings and mixed media collages. Her women’s retreats, wine and canvas classes, creativity boot camps, and private lessons are means to
“City-Wide Leaf Burning Ban” appeared on the City of Morrison[, IL,] Council Meeting agenda Monday, December 9, 2019, as another item “for Consideration, Discussion, and Information.” It continued as an “Item for Discussion, Consideration, and Information” on January 13 and 27, and February 10, 2020. A sample Burning Ordinance was
The Whiteside County Highway Department has announced the posting of spring weight limits for County Highways. These postings will go into effect on Monday, March 2, 2020, and will remain in effect until further notice. Township roads may vary, so it is suggested that each Township be contacted regarding their
Ash Wednesday services will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2020, at the following six Morrison, IL, churches. The public is welcome to attend any service. Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, offers a 7:00 p.m. service with Imposition of Ashes and Holy Communion. First Presbyterian Church of Morrison,
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free, community meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, February 27, 2020. Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing. The building is handicap accessible. The meal will feature Chili and include
On Saturday, September 26, 2020, members of Morrison High Class of 1980 will celebrate their 40th Class reunion. In preparation of that event, alumni are asked to contact Julie Lane Lewis. “We would like classmates to touch base with us, so we can get some background information for a memory
Begin your morning of Thursday, February 20, 2020, with a sociable visit to The Loft of Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, during the monthly “Third Thursday.” The free event is from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., before the gallery opens to the public. These convivial gatherings allow men and
Combine your love of spaghetti and meatballs with support of Boy Scouting, on Saturday, February 22, 2020. Boy Scout Troop #51 will host their Spaghetti Supper Fundraiser, at Naaman Diehl Hall, in Mount Carroll, IL. The menu includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, garlic bread, pudding, and a drink for $10.
Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, February 7, 2020. Arrests: On Saturday, February 8, 2020, at approximately 9:19 p.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Morgan A. Spangler, age 30 of Morrison, IL, for a
Kim Barragan invites area vendors and crafters to participate in Cabin Fever, a charity event for Shriners Organization, on Saturday, April 18, 2020, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. More than forty vendors and crafters have registered to sell their products at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield Street,