On Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., first-person interpreter and author Brian “Fox” Ellis will portray Abraham Lincoln’s law partner, William Herndon, at the Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society meeting. This presentation will be held at the Lincoln Learning Center, 611 E. Third Street, Sterling, IL. Herndon wrote one
Rhonda Houzenga, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the 3rd Floor Medical Unit, was recently recognized as a recipient of the Sunshine Award for extraordinary service. The Sunshine Award was created to honor and recognize outstanding service and compassionate care, by those in non-Nursing roles, such as CNAs, CMTs
Katyn Newburgh, a Registered Nurse in the CGH Medical Center’s Critical Care Unit, was recently recognized as a recipient of the prestigious DAISY Award for extraordinary Nurses. The award is presented to Nurses around the world, who go above and beyond for their patients and demonstrate extraordinary compassionate care.
Pastor J. T. Bean notifies the public about meal ticket changes, to accommodate dinner guest at Ebenezer Reformed Church’s “Mother/Daughter/Friend” meal. “There will be extra food.” They may be pre-purchased after Church on Sunday, May 11, or on Monday, May 12, at the church Office, from 9:00 a.m. to
Marketing Director Karla Burn submitted the article and photos. Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, located at 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, celebrated its cherished tradition, with their annual Mother’s Day Tea on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The event brought together residents, families, and staff for an afternoon of elegance and
The Rock River Jazz Band Summer Series is listed below, with seven free performances from Saturday, May 17, to Saturday, August 30, 2025. We are a 15-16 piece jazz band that can play a variety of styles. We are Incorporated and a not-for-profit organization, whose mission is to keep
Photos show the “Tiny Art” pieces that originally were displayed at Odell Public Library. They were moved to The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Sharon Boyles stated, “A huge thank you goes to Pat McGarvey, Fran Plude, and Joan Vander Bleek for helping get it
Morrison Community Hospital Foundation is thrilled to announce on Thursday, May 8, 2025, we will host a Beer and Wine Tasting Event, with a festive Hawaiian theme. This will be a vibrant celebration with flavorful wines; craft beers; the award-winning Dessert Auction; entertainment by Mystery Island Steel Drum Band;
Christ Lutheran School will hold its annual Trivia Night to benefit the school, on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The venue is at The Alchemy Ballroom (formerly The Mercantile), 117 W. Third Street, Sterling, IL. This year’s theme is “Back to the 90s.” Trivia Night features Trivia, a live Dessert
Editor’s note: For this event only, doors will open at the regular time of 1:00 p.m., on Sunday, May 18, 2025, However, Historian Tom Wadsworth’s PowerPoint program will start promptly at 2:00. Morrison’s Heritage Museum is accessible to all, by the front door’s newly rebuilt stairs and from
Morrison Kiwanis President Steve Davis recently presented donations to two impactful organizations. Kiwanis meets the first Tuesday each month at 6:00 p.m., in the Program Room of Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. We welcome guests. He is shown presenting a $500 check to Director Carrie
Get ready gardeners; it’s that time of year again for planting! Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 17, 2025, when Morrison Garden Club will hold their Annual Plant Sale. It will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m, at Odell Public Library, in the Community Room, 307 S.
The annual Friends of the Windmill plant sale will be held Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Most plants are priced at $2 and up. Come early for the best selection! This sale operates solely on donated specimens from area gardens. Do you have plants you
Area members of National Society Daughters of the American Revolution [NSDAR] will honor the graves of seven, biological daughters of three American Revolutionary Soldiers. The women’s mortal remains are buried in Upper York Cemetery. On Monday, May 26, 2025, at 12:30 p.m., a dedication will celebrate placement of a
The women of Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL will host their annual Mother/Daughter/Friend event, on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. A plated ham and cheesy potato dinner will be served, starting at 6:00 p.m. Park behind the Church on E. South Street, and enter the basement