Rotary marks World Polio Day 2014 with US $44.7 million in grants to fight polio in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. The humanitarian group’s October 24 livestream event from Chicago features top global health experts, polio-survivor Minda Dentler, pop star Tessanne Chin, reggae’s Ziggy Marley and more. With the
A celebration took place on Sunday, October 19, 2014 in downtown Morrison. A street closure complete with a band and lots of baked goods to help Liz Fishbach celebrate her two years in business on the main street. Many residents came out to enjoy the great food, music, and several
An Open House was held on Friday, October 17, 2014, to thank Corrine Bender for all her years of service as Director to the Morrison Chamber and the MADC. A cake and refreshments were served by the Chamber Board. Many local business owners attended, to extend their best wishes to
St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL, is showing the movie, “God’s Not Dead,” (PG13), on Sunday evening, October 26, 2014, at 6:00 p.m. The community is invited to attend. There is no admission fee. Popcorn and soda will be available. This movie is best suited for
Editor’s note: Susan Jakobs is a professional dog trainer. She will submit a series of articles designed to “build” a better dog. She offers six-week training classes in Rock Falls, IL, and is currently training therapy dogs for CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Contact Jakobs about classes or with questions
This article was submitted by LuAnne Navarra, P.E.O. Chapter FL Corresponding Secretary. On Tuesday, September 16, 2014, members of P.E.O. Chapter FL met for dinner and a meeting at the Oak Room Restaurant, 903 W. Morris Street, Morrison, IL. Vice President Suellen Girard led the meeting. This year the Chapter
Continuing its 2014 concert series, Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, is thrilled to welcome “Karen Peck and New River” in concert on Sunday, October 19, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of the church. All are welcome to attend this concert of inspirational music and
The Volunteer Millers at de Immigrant Windmill in Fulton, IL, will host their October program on Wednesday, October 22, 2014, at 6:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 Tenth Avenue in Fulton. The Cultural Center is located across the street from the city’s authentic
Enjoy breakfast or lunch with your friends on Saturday, October 18, 2014, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL, and support the mission trip of local citizens. Breakfast choices are homemade biscuits and gravy, scrambled egg burritos, and homemade cinnamon rolls.
Wondering what to do with your 5, 10, or 20 acres? Explore alternatives to make those acres productive or to enhance their productivity. University of Illinois Extension Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside Unit has scheduled a workshop entitled “Putting Small Acres to Work,” to help you explore some alternatives for your
Timber Lake Playhouse is proud to announce their 2015 summer season productions: “Hairspray,” “The Big Meal,” “Peter Pan.” “Greater Tuna,” “Big Fish,” and “Big River.” Children’s shows include “Pinocchio” and “James and the Giant Peach.” Season passes for all six shows are only $119 and are available now at 815-244-2035
First Presbyterian Church continues to offer Free Community Meals at 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The remaining 2014 dates are from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays on October 9 and 30 November 13 December 11 and Sunday, November 23, at 11:15 a.m. for the Thanksgiving meal.
The Clinton Community College (CCC) Alumni Association will host the 7th Annual Oktoberfest at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2014, at the Wild Rose Casino, Clinton, IA. The event will include the “best of” from past events, such as live music by dueling pianos Pianopalooza, delicious food, and unique
Many Fulton businesses are very charitable. They might be interested in creating a way that they could give to the community year after year, regardless of how well the business is doing at the time. Investing some money today and over the next two years could provide a Fulton business
White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA) is having a fundraiser every Wednesday in October 2014 at Buffalo Wild Wings, 4304 E. Lincolnway, in Sterling, IL. To benefit the program, 10% of lunch and dinner food sales will be donated to WHOA.