Cory Law stated, “The Whiteside County Health Department would like to thank Matt Prescott and the Candlelight family, for allowing us to utilize the impressive McCormick Event Center for vaccination clinics, most recently on [Thursday,] October 7, [2021,] and for all their assistance with our efforts this year. “We greatly
Kevin Medenblik of Morrison, IL, won $16,000 from the Queen of Hearts Jackpot raffle, co-sponsored by On the Move with Parks and Recreation and Friends of the Parks Foundation! Karla Burn noted, “Kevin has supported us [On The Move] since the beginning. Congratulations Kevin!” On the Move with Parks and
Pastor Toni Lucas reported, “Albany United Methodist Church[, 502 First Street, Albany, IL,] is currently celebrating 50 years in its current building and a Year of Blessings. One of those blessings is our surrounding communities. “To show our gratitude, everyone is invited to join us on Celebration Saturday, November 13,
Morrison Chamber of Commerce congratulates its 2021 Halloween Door Contest winners: Best of Show – Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue; 1st Place – Yaklich family residence, decorated by Elizabeth; 2nd Place – Beauty Hutch, 119 W. Main Street; 3rd Place – Farmers National Bank, 1100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison,
This series of glowing Maple trees was taken Saturday afternoon, October 30, 2021, along E. High Street, bordering Grove Hill Cemetery, in Morrison, IL. Poets have often felt the same wonder with autumnal coloration. “Fall, Leaves, Fall” by Emily Bronte: Fall, leaves, fall; die, flowers, away; Lengthen night and shorten
Pastor Toni Lucas reports, “Albany Food Pantry is pleased to announce extended operating hours. Beginning on Monday, November 8, 2021, the pantry will add evening hours. The pantry will be open on Mondays from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 and from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30. “In addition to food, the pantry
Clinton Symphony Orchestra will honor Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th birthday anniversary–belatedly–with a concert Saturday evening, November 6, 2021. It will be held at 7:30 p.m., in Centennial Auditorium at Sterling High School. The entrance and parking lot are at door 24 on Miller Road. All students are admitted free to
The CGH Auxiliary will celebrate their 75th year on Thursday, November 4, 2021. On this date in 1946, Mrs. Hellen M. Lawrence met with about 25 women in her home, to discuss the shortage of Nurses caused by World War II. Together, they had a vision to contribute to the
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the article and took the photograph. Throughout the ages, dogs that have passed have been lamented by their owners. Memorializing the time spent together will always be welcome. “Pets are humanizing. They remind us we have an obligation and responsibility to preserve, and nurture, and
State Representative Tony McCombie is praising efforts by the Illinois Pork Producers Association. IPPA donatied over 1500 boxes of bacon to Illinois food pantries, through their “‘Pass the Bacon” campaign in honor of October Pork Month. To kick-off the month of celebration related to the pork industry, IPPA recruited nominations
On Thursday, October 28, 2021, First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will serve a Free Community Drive-Up Meal, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. (or until food runs out.) Chili and cinnamon rolls will be served. Drive up to 300 N. Genesee Street; please stay in your vehicle. Call
Advantage One Credit Union, 204 N. Jackson Street in Morrison, IL, will host their Member Appreciation and Community Outreach event on Thursday, October 21, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The annual event will take place in the Advantage One Credit Union parking lot. This year’s event, “Bring a
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and took the photos. During a time of concern and a changing environment, Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, in Morrison, IL, shared their good fortune with the public, on Thursday, October 14, 2021. The Assisted Living and Nursing facility had three
Morrison Community Blood Drive Program Leader Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N., wrote this report and sent the photograph. Thursday, September 16, 2021, was the date of the most recent American Red Cross Morrison Community Blood Drive. It was held at St. Mary Catholic Church from noon to 6:00 p.m., on schedule
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois (GSNI) received a generous $1800 sponsorship from the Center for Financial Literacy, at North Central College on May 5, 2021. Funds are being used to empower local Girl Scouts in virtual entrepreneurship experiences. This includes providing activity-based resources to support earning entrepreneurship and business-related badges,