The 2020 Odell Public Library films begin Tuesday, January 14, with “First Man,” the story of Neil Armstrong and his historic walk on the moon, on July 20, 1969. Ryan Gosling stars as Armstrong, and Claire Foy is his wife, Jan. The movie will be shown in the Odell Public
Morrison Chamber of Commerce welcomed the new membership of Cornerstone Wellness Center and honored the business with a Ribbon Cutting at noon on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. The business opened Tuesday, October 1, 2019. Mike Mills, a Licensed Independent Social Worker, is counseling in the downtown branch at 116 E. Main
Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portand Avenue, Morrison, IL, is pleased to announce Academic Honors for the Fall semester, ending Wednesday, December 11, 2019. Students named to the President’s List achieved a 3.90 to 4.00 Grade Point Average. Students named to the Dean’s List achieved a 3.50 to 3.89 Grade
Throughout 2019, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos fought for Illinoisans, securing a number of significant victories. From helping Gold Star families and injured veterans, to increasing rural access to healthcare, to working to lower prescription drug costs, Congresswoman Bustos worked across the aisle to deliver commonsense solutions for Illinois families. Highlights include
At 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, Morrison Chamber of Commerce Executive Director LeAnn Schaefer, presented Because Nice Matters Customer Service certificates to a pair of employees, at Kunes Country Auto Group of Morrison, 627 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Two women named Nancy, who work in the Service Department,
Morrison Rotary Club donated new Harvest Hammer shirts from prior races to the Morrison Friends Food Bank, April House Children’s Advocacy Center, and Morrison Community Hospital. These shirts are provided to adults and children who need something nice to wear, but who may not have the resources to purchase them.
Sunday, January 12, 2020, will be the first rehearsal for the biannual performance of Handel’s “Messiah,” which is sponsored by the Morrison Ministers Council. The performance will be on Palm Sunday, April 5, at 7:00 p.m. Anyone who is unable to attend the first rehearsal or who has any questions
In November 2019, Albany Food Pantry received a generous donation of supplies from Fulton City Lodge #189 and the Merten Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. All items were used to serve residents of Albany. Albany Food Pantry is housed at Albany United Methodist Church, 502 First Avenue,
It is time for another beekeeping management session at Andresen Nature Center, 409 N. 4th Street in Fulton, IL, adjacent to Heritage Canyon. The session will be held on Sunday, January 5, 2020, beginning at 1:00 p.m. It will be led by Mike Kramer, one of our local beekeepers and the
In 2018, the Editor chose to “wrap” all gifts in colorful mylar, drawstring bags. There are no boxes, tissue, wrapping paper, cellophane tape, or bows that are discarded. They come in a variety of sizes, colors, and designs (not only Christmas); 32 bags and 32 tags; with satin ribbons for
Forty-four years ago, when Stephanie Mann of Morrison, IL, was 15, she began working in her mother’s florist shop after school and on Saturdays. Ruthie Hayenga owned Wilson Greenhouse & Florists at 103 N. Heaton and W. Main Street, Morrison. On Saturday, November 30, 2019, Mann closed the building which
“Dr. Mindy Hochgesang, [her brother] Dr. Craig Peterson, and the entire…team strive to provide high-quality, gentle, comprehensive care to patients of all ages. Everyone in our office has a warm and friendly demeanor that will calm anxious nerves and put your mind at ease.” Theirs is a full-service, family business,
The Sterling, IL, Walmart Transportation Office selected Morrison Junior High School, 300 Academic Drive, Morrison, IL, to receive a $1000 donation, as part of Walmart’s support of local communities. On Thursday, December 19, 2019, at 8:45 a.m. an oversized replica of the financial gift was presented in the school lobby.
Morrison, IL, firefighters planned for Christmas on Saturday, November 23, 2019, by holding their Morrison Fire Department Sandwich Sale and “Caring for Our Community” toy drive. Generous Community members help by donating toys or money to purchase them. Annually, MFD distributes gifts to local school children in need. Families are
Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate 2019 Christmas services at any of these 16 Morrison, IL, churches. Bethesda Lutheran Church–301 W. South Street, will have Candlelight service on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24, at 5:00 p.m., with Holy Communion. This service will be filled with traditional hymns and carols