Black Box Theatre Presents “War of the Worlds”

Celebrate your Halloween October with a classic, science fiction drama, at the Black Box Theatre’s production of “War of the Worlds.”  The play will run through Sunday, October 21, 2018.  Tickets are $16 and can be reserved at www.theblackboxtheatre.com.  The location is1623 5th Avenue, Moline, IL. The Black Box Theatre

Diversifying Local and Regional Economies Fall Summit

Blackhawk Hills Regional Council will hold its annual Fall Summit on Friday, October 19, 2018, beginning at 9:00 a.m., at the Classic Cinemas-Lindo Theatre, located at 115 S. Chicago Avenue, in Freeport, IL.  Registration begins at 8:30. The cost is $30 per person and includes breakfast and hors d’oeuvres.  Please

Perfect Score Wins State 4-H Shotgun Contest

The crowd could not help but cheer when Brandon Austin hit his final clay target.  That target was his 100th in a row!  It capped his Championship win of the 2018 Illinois 4-H State 4-H Shotgun Shoot.  The competition was held Saturday, September 15, in Bunker Hill, IL. “I’m still

Jim Brady Trio at Spring Valley Church Novmeber 3

The Jim Brady Trio will perform inside Spring Valley Reformed Church on Saturday, November 3, 2018, beginning at 6:00 p.m.  Spring Valley Reformed Church is located at 10960 Spring Valley Road, in rural Fulton, IL.  The trio offers Southern Christian Gospel vocals. Please join us in welcoming them to the

Busy New Year Starts for Morrison Lions

Morrison Lions Club members and spouses enjoyed a dinner at the Forest Inn on Thursday evening, August 9, 2018.  Following dinner new officers for the 2018-2019 year were installed, with Past District Governor (PDG) Ruth Lyle doing the installation rites. Lion Officers include Darlene Smith, President; Martha Kophamer, Vice President;

2018 Resthave Home Homecoming Royalty

Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison is pleased to announce our Homecoming Kings and Queens.  Our royalty is chosen by staff, residents, and families voting for whom they would like to see crowned.  Each king and queen receives a “Resthave Loves Our Mustangs” t-shirt and corsage or boutonniere. They royals

First Presbyterian October 25 Free Community Meal

First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, October 25, 2018.  The building is handicap accessible.  Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing.   The church is located at the northeast corner

First Presbyterian October 11 Free Community Meal

First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, October 11, 2018.  The building is handicap accessible.  Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing.   The church is located at the northeast corner

Legion Post Burns Unserviceable Flags

Ediitor’s note:  Jerry Brearton submitted the article and photos. The American Legion Post 328 in Morrison, IL, conducted its annual Ceremony for Disposal of Unserviceable Flags as outlined in Resolution No. 440, on Sunday, September 30, 2018.  The ceremony was held at Kiwanis Park in Morrison.

Blessing of the Animals October 6

All pet owners are cordially invited to a Blessing of the Animals, on Saturday, October 6, 2018, at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, 401 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  The ceremony will begin at 3:00 p.m., in the church courtyard. The Rev. Father James Brzezinski, Rector, will officiate.

Hymn Sing at Spring Valley October 7

The Trinity Men’s Quartet will be sponsoring a Hymn Sing at Spring Valley Reformed Church, on Sunday, October 7, 2018, at 6:00 p.m.  The location is 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL. The quartet will sing a few songs, and the rest of the hour will be favorite hymns that

2018 Trapping Permits Available

The U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service announces availability of trapping permits and trap tags for the 2018-2019 furbearer trapping season on the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge.  They will be issued from the Savanna District Office beginning Monday, October 1, 2018.  Each trapper will receive 40

Linda Weets Honored for 40 Years at Resthave Home

Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, is celebrating 40 years of service from our Dietary Assistant, Linda Weets. Resthave is blessed to have such a dedicated, caring, and hardworking staff member in Linda. She loves the residents. Linda Weets often goes above and beyond to help out where needed

Active Shooter Training at Resthave

Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison IL, had an Active Shooter Training and Drill on Thursday, September 13, 2018, with Chief of Police Brian Melton and Officer Lonnie Smith. Officer Melton, pictured, was very informative.  He gave staff a lot of ways to handle a situation like this, that could