CCC Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Induction

Clinton Community College hosted the Induction Ceremony of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society on Tuesday, March 6, 2018.  Sixty members were inducted into the Alpha Theta Beta Chapter at CCC.  Students are invited to join Phi Theta Kappa if they have achieved a 3.5 grade point and earned 12

WHOA Birdies for Charity Fundraiser

If you enjoy helping wonderful organizations like White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA), then this fundraiser is a great opportunity for you.  All pledges go to fund WHOA.  In addition, the John Deere Classic tournament takes its annual profits and adds a second bonus check of 5%-10% to our organization.

Explore Mississippi River Wildlife and Fish Refuge

Stewards of the Upper Mississippi River Refuge and the US Fish and Wildlife Service are hosting Refuge Golf Cart Tours, that travel through the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge.  Tours are free and open to all ages.  Trips are the 1st and 3rd Thursday and the 3rd

RRHH Memorial Golf Outing June 22

Ignore the recent April snow and cold temperatures.  Mark your calendar for the 16th Annual Rock River Hospice & Home Memorial Golf Outing, on Friday, June 22, 2018.  Make mental plans for a full day of fun; fees are $75 per golfer or $300 per foursome.  Included are green fees,

Middle Fork of Vermilion River Among Most Endangered

Editor’s note:  Watch this eight-minute video “Waiting for Disaster, Coal Ash on the Middle Fork.” American Rivers named the Middle Fork of the Vermilion River among America’s Most Endangered Rivers® of 2018, citing the threat toxic coal ash poses to Illinois’ only “Wild and Scenic River.”  More than three million

Black Box Theatre Debuts Crowns: A Gospel Musical

The Black Box Theatre is proud to present the area premiere of “Crowns:  A Gospel Musical” by Regina Taylor.  The play with music and dance is adapted from a book by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry. “Crowns” weaves together a variety of stories from different characters, time periods, and perspectives

The Midwest’s Lost Landscape: Tallgrass Prairie

Following the theme of the Bicentennial Anniversary for the State of Illinois, the Volunteer Miller program for April focuses on native grasslands that dominated this Midwest landscape at one time.  The presentation will begin at 6:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111  10th Avenue,

College Scholarships Available in Conservation

The Whiteside County Natural Area Guardians, a subcommittee of the Whiteside County Soil and Water Conservation District, will award two $500 scholarships to college students who are pursuing a degree in the area of Conservation or an environmentally-related field. Scholarships are available for students entering Junior or Senior year in

CGH Auxiliary Masquerade Sale

CGH Auxiliary will host their annual Masquerade $5 Jewelry and Accessories Sale, on Thursday, April 19, 2018, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday, April 20, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  The sale is located in the CGH Ryberg Auditorium, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, IL.  All proceeds

Easter 2018 at Resthave Home

Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, had a busy Easter week, celebrating Easter in several ways.  An Easter Egg hunt for residents and staff was held on Wednesday, March 28, 2018.  Thursday, March 29, the residents colored Easter Eggs.  On Friday, March 30, the Cross Walk started at Resthave

Diabetes Awareness Walk

Tuesday, May 1, 2018, a free health fair from 2:00 to 5:30 p.m. will be held at Resthave Home, 408 Maple Ave, Morrison, IL. Walk begins at 5:30 p.m. – early registration by Friday, April 27. Tuesday, May 1, 2018 free health fair from 2:00 to 5:30 p.m. at Resthave

Rock River Hospice & Home Veteran Pinning

Rock River Hospice & Home is a partner in the “We Honor Veterans” program, in conjunction with the National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.  “We Honor Veterans” is designed to assist hospices, in meeting and understanding the needs of veterans who

First Presbyterian April 12 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, April 12, 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

Seahorse Soil Sale April 21

The Morrison Seahorse Swim Club Soil Sale is Saturday, April 21, 2018, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., or until supplies are gone.  The location is at the old Farmer’s Elevator, E. Market and N. Madison Streets, Morrison, IL.  Two 40-pound bags cost $3. Call Tracy Henson at 815-772-4130 to

TriChurch Sponsoring Bouquets of Hope Fundraiser

Three ELCA congregations of Sterling, and Rock Falls, IL, St. Paul, Immanuel, and St. John’s, are partnering on a mission by organizing a fundraiser for Rock River Hospice & Home.  Called “Bouquets of Hope,” the fundraiser will be held from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., on Wednesday, April 25, 2018.  The