River Bend Education Foundation would like to recognize all students at Fulton High School, who have earned a 3.75 grade point average for their years in High School. Typically the Foundation celebrates these students and this accomplishment with a dinner banquet. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 the dinner was not able
Morrison Garden Club is pleased to have a Plant Sale this year! The event will be held Saturday, May 15, 2021, , from 8:00 a.m. until noon, in the City of Morrison Community Room, at Odell Public Library. The address is 307 S. Madison Street, in Morrison, IL. We ask
We are all somewhat eager to get into the yard to do some gardening. As you anticipate what changes and improvement you wish to make, consider coming to the annual Fulton Plant Sale on Saturday, May 8, 2021. The location is Cattail Park just north of Fulton, IL. Follow 8th Avenue
Editor’s note: Kelly West submitted this feature and photographs. On Monday April 26, 2021, Northside Elementary School Preschool and Kindergarten students enjoyed a fun-filled day, in the school’s butterfly garden. Morrison Early Learning Program (MELP) Teacher Jenni Williams organized activities for the preschool students.
Beginning Monday, May 3, 2021, patrons are again welcome to stop by Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, any time during open hours. The library has required patrons to make appointments to browse and use computers since July 2020. Odell staff is eager to take this step
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White commended the U. S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), for extending the Federal REAL ID deadline to May 3, 2023. DHS cited that it extended the deadline due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The virus is having an impact on both the general public
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Morrison City Council met on Monday, April 26, 2021, with an air of excitement and appreciation. The excitement was due to the fact that April 26 was the start of the Main Street renovation project. This initiative has been the Council focus
Celebrate May Day at Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL, with the Early American Crafters, on Saturday, May 1, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is by donation. Park at Cross View Church, 703 14th Avenue, and ride the free shuttle to and from the Canyon; the
Anne Frame wrote this reminder. During a fireside chat, prestigious writer Alex Kotlowitz will talk with Mary Schmich, a Pulitzer Prize winning columnist from the Chicago Tribune. The discussion will be broadcast on Zoom, on Thursday, May 6, 2021, beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Anne Frame wrote this article. In America, we have celebrated Mother’s Day for 107 official years. On Sunday, May 9, 2021, Morrison United Methodist Church will celebrate, by asking everyone to “Bring Mom to Church” for our 9:00 a.m. service, at 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison IL. We ask that you
Jerry Brearton supplied this press release. During the Monday, April 12, 2021, meeting of Morrison American Legion Post, Dewey S. Mulnix was presented his 50-year Continuous Membership Certificate. Mulnix is a Life Member of The American Legion Post 328 in Morrison, IL. He was presented his certificate by lifelong friend,
Morrison Garden Club again is sponsoring a Spring Coloring Contest, with the help of Odell Public Library; it runs through Wednesday, May 5, 2021. There are three age categories: ages 3-5; 6-8; 9-10-year-olds. An age-appropriate, garden-related prize will be given to the winner of each category. Prizes are on display
The career achievements of Illinois 4-H members were celebrated at a virtual ceremony Saturday, April 10, 2021, where $45,000 in scholarships were awarded by the Illinois 4-H Foundation. With the unique circumstances of this past year, recipients overcame many challenges on the way to these achievements. The Illinois 4-H Foundation
While Hosta plants come in varied colors, sizes, textures, and bloom times, there are many more shade-loving beauties from which to choose. They often give the gardener a similar effect. Whiteside County Master Gardeners prepared a “Demonstration Shade Garden,” at University of Illinois Extension Office, 12923 Lawrence Road, in Sterling,
Celebrate May Day at Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL, with the Early American Crafters, on Saturday, May 1, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Park at Cross View Church, 703 14th Avenue, and ride the free shuttle to and from the Canyon; the last pickup is 4:00