Big Silver Maple Brings Big Family Together

  Following is the Natural Land Institute’s Legacy Tree Program “Tree of the Month,” for October 2024, Natural Land Institute’s Legacy Tree Program is pleased to recognize the 2024 October Tree of the Month.  It is a Silver Maple that has been bringing the Kinsella family together for two decades. 

Impact Life Blood Drive November 4

  Morrison Elementary School, 520 N. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL, will host a community Blood Drive, on Monday, November 4, 2024.  The hours are 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., in the Cafeteria. To make an appointment, scan the QR code with your phone, or email Denise Batterton at Denise.Batterton@MorrisonSchools.org, or online

Visit The Loft on Main October 17 for Third Thursday

  Expect soft, slanted sun rays to guide you into The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, to enjoy a Third Thursday gathering.  On Thursday, October 17, 2024, the public is welcomed from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., before the doors open for shoppers. Enjoy a variety of

MCH Surgical Complications/Wound Care Course

  On September 27-28, 2024, the Morrison Community Hospital Foundation was proud to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of its Surgical Complications/Wound Care Course, in Naperville, IL. These courses provide quality education to Podiatrists and Podiatric Medical Assistants.  Eighty-five doctors participated in didactic lectures in the morning and cadaveric specimens in

Advantage One Credit Union Member Appreciation Day

  Advantage One Credit Union members are invited to the financial institution, 204 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, for a drive-through hot dog lunch, on Thursday, October 17, 2024.  Or, members may pick up their lunch inside the newly-decorated interior space. The International Credit Union Day and Member Appreciation event

Timber Lake Playhouse Announces Cancellations

  Timber Lake Playhouse regrets to announce the cancellation of the screenings of “Halloweentown,” on Saturday, October 19, and “Polar Express,” on Saturday, December 21, 2024.  We appreciate your understanding and continued support, as we navigate these changes.  We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events! Despite these

Dial M for Murder October 18-November 2

  The Black Box Theatre again dips into the canon of writer Jeffrey Hatcher, with their new production of “Dial M for Murder.”  The theatre opened their doors with his “Murderers” and continues with his newest play, adapted from the classic thriller written by Frederick Knott.  The play was also

October 20 Our Place on the Freedom Trail

  The Fulton (Martin House) Museum will host its monthly program, on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.  This month’s program pertains to the “Underground Railroad” as it relates to the strategic role played by Clinton County, IA, and Whiteside County, IL, in the years prior to the Civil

Christ Lutheran School Pancake Breakfast October 12

  Christ Lutheran School hosts its Fall Pancake Breakfast to benefit the school; on Saturday, October 12, 2024.  The School address is 2000 18th Avenue, Sterling, IL. Breakfast will begin at 7:00 a.m. and will continue through 11:00.  A delicious meal will be served, including pancakes, sausage, eggs, applesauce, and

Morrison Garden Club Celebrates 75 Years!

  For three-quarters of a century, citizens of and visitors to Morrison, IL, have benefited from the artistry, hard work, and joyful dedication of Morrison Garden Club members. During seven-and-a-half decades, treasured volunteers have distributed their talents throughout the community:  planting trees in French Creek Park and the Bark Park;

Set Up a Trunk or Treat Display at Sheriff’s Office October 31

  Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office will host a Trunk or Treat event from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the Law Enforcement Center, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. Please join us!  Bring a table or a trunk/container to decorate and candy or prepackaged treats to

Resthave Homecoming 2024 Royalty

  Karla Burn submitted the press release and photographs. Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, announces their 2024 Homecoming Royalty.  Chester Davenport and his wife Betty were voted King and Queen for Resthave’s Assisted Living wing. Sandy Crouse and John Almack were voted King and Queen for

LIFE CHAIN Pro-Life Demonstration

  For 15 years, since 1987, Morrison, IL, individuals have gathered along Lincolnway in peaceful, pro-life demonstration.  In the early afternoon of Sunday, October 6, 2024, they gathered at 100 W. Lincolnway, in front of the former Wells Fargo Bank.  Many participants carried signs in silence. “LIFE CHAIN is a

Celebrate the Brzezinskis Sunday, October 6

  For the final time, on Sunday, October 6, 2024, Church of St. Anne-Episcopal, 401 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL, will celebrate Mass at 9:00 a.m., under the guidance of Father James Brzezinski.  Wife Nancy will play the organ for the last time, too. At the end of August, they

First Presbyterian Free, Indoor Meal October 10

  First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will host their free, Community Meal, on Thursday, October 10, 2024, starting at 4:30 p.m. (continuing until food runs out.)  The meal will be served in the church Dining Room The meal features Chili; The Bread Lady Cinnamon Roll; lemonade and