October 28 Trunk-or-Treat Held at MHS

Jerry Lindsey submitted this article and photographs. Halloween will take a different form this year, due to the restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.  But young trick-or-treaters were able to fill their treat bags at Morrison High School, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 28, 2020.  Members of

Crossroads Church Free Treats and Tacos

Between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m., trick-or-treaters are invited to “grab and go,” at Crossroads Community Center, 201 W. Market Street, Morrison, IL, on Halloween, Saturday, October 31, 2020. There is no cost for the walking tacos or treats, but they are offered while supplies last. Grab something to eat and

Because Nice Matters Award for Dave Woods

Jerry Lindsey took the photograph. At noon on Thursday, October 29, 2020, Morrison Chamber of Commerce Director LeAnn Schaefer presented Dave Woods the Because Nice Matters Award.  Since August 1989, he has been employed at Sullivan’s Foods, 300 N. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  The certificate read, “Morrison Chamber of Commerce proudly

Auditorium Sound System Goal Has Been Reached

Editor’s note: Tyler Sutton supplied the choir photo, and Stephanie Briggs took the picture of the auditorium. “Thank you!  Thank you! Thank you!  With your generous support, we raised almost $18,000 for a new Auditorium sound system.  Future donations (or any still in the mail) will be used for some

MCH Foundation Nacho Average Fundraiser

Morrison Community Hospital Foundation has an interaction-from-a-safe-distance fundraiser planned for Thursday, October 15, 2020.  The venue is Eagle Point Lodge, at Eagle Point Park in Clinton, IA. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this will be a Limited Participation Telethon Event.  Tune in on the Morrison Hospital Facebook page at 6:00 p.m.

Donor Provides Last Gift Certificates

The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, is open on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. On Friday, June 19, 2020, an anonymous benefactor began to promote The Loft on Main and local businesses.  This person provided The Loft on Main with $10 gift certificates, to

Because Nice Matters Award for Bobbi Jo Prins

At noon on Monday, September 21, 2020, Morrison Chamber of Commerce Director LeAnn Schaefer presented Bobbi Jo Prins the Because Nice Matters Award.  She is employed at the office of Dr. Bradley Yaklich, Vision Source Morrison, 626 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The certificate read, “In appreciation for your efforts in creating

Rotary Donates to MCH Foundation

On Friday, October 9, 2020, Morrison Community Hospital Foundation Board President Betty Steinert was on hand, in front of the hospital, to receive a $500 Rotary donation check from Rotary President Mick Welding. Funds will be used for the Hospital Capital Campaign. Steinert wants to express her thanks for this generous

Franciscan Moment Video Discussion October 15

The year 2020 has been a challenge for our Nation. It has been a year like no other.  Yet its challenges call for Franciscan values.  The Franciscan Action Network (FAN) has developed a series of three videos, each about two minutes in length, which have themes inspired by Pope Francis:

Kiwanis Annual Fruit and More Sales

Now through Saturday, November 7, 2020, Morrison Kiwanis invites the public to support their annual Fruit and More Sale.  Below are photos of the delicious fruit, cheese, nuts, and meat.  Consider such products as Holiday items to share or to mail as gifts.  Now is the moment to consider a

Love on the Diamonds

Jerry Lindsey wrote this article. Every child grows up following the dreams that surround their childhood options.  Living in a small Midwestern community allows a special story to be told covering 60 years on the diamonds of Morrison, IL. Bill Popkin grew up on the south side of Morrison.  As

MADC Donates to The Early Years Academy

On Tuesday, September 29, 2020, Morrison Area Development Corporation (MADC) recently made a generous donation to assist the opening of The Early Years Academy.  The daycare facility is located on French Creek Road, in rural Morrison, IL. Shown receiving the donation from MADC President Jerry Lindsey is Director Jennifer Magnafici. 

Morrison Alumni Wall of Fame

Jerry Lindsey wrote this article. As the years pass and friendships scatter, the memories of the days spent in Morrison Community Unit District #6 tend to get shuffled into life’s experiences.  The times and trials of the days within the Morrison educational system are shared by many, but time and

First Presbyterian October 29 Free Community Meal

First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free, community, Drive-Up Meal, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., on Thursday,October 29, 2020.  Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty, take-home meals. Drive up to 300 N. Genesee Street; please stay in your vehicle. The meal