It’s Christmas in July at State Farm Morrison

State Farm Morrison Agent/Owner Angie VanderVinne and her staff are celebrating Christmas in July 2020.  At 127 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, lobby, front window, and offices are decorated for the season of giving.  The women wear holiday attire and jewelry.    Whenever a new client makes a decision to “Give

U. S. Chamber of Commerce Guidelines for Reopening

In addition to the Restore Illinois Phase 3 Reopening Guidance, see the following information shared from the United States Chamber of Commerce.  Included are guidance and tools for reopening across many industry sectors.  Material was shared by the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce. U. S. Chamber of Commerce Reopening

Despite Body Blows to Economy, Local Businesses Still Hiring

Despite terrible news about the U. S. economy because of the COVID-19 pandemic, there [is] activity in the Whiteside County/Northwest Illinois region.  While the State’s unemployment rate for April 2020 hit 16.4%, several businesses in the region are hiring.  More are getting ready to hire as we move out of

ComEd Extends Customer Bill-Assistance Support

As people continue to feel the financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, ComEd voluntarily extends until at least July 1, 2020, its support for customers.  The utility will suspend disconnections and waive new, late payment charges and reconnection fees. In addition, ComEd encourages customers whose electric service was disconnected for

Embraced Offers Full Lunch Menu

Embraced owner Andrea Ramirez announces a comprehensive lunch menu that will delight the public.  Selections are light, healthy, and delicious.  See the list of beverages, baked goods, sides, pitas and wraps, power bowls, and salads below.  The convenient location is 104 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. “We are taking orders

Joe Mills Celebrates Decade with First Wealth Financial Group

Editor’s note:  The photo was taken at the 2019 Morrison Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. This year marks the 10th Anniversary for Wealth Advisor, Joe Mills.  Mills began his career with First Wealth Financial Group in 2010, after being introduced to Breton Williams, First Wealth Financial Group CEO and Wealth

Yaklich Optometry Office Closure Due to COVID-19

On Wednesday, April 29, 2020, Dr. Bradley Yaklich announced the temporary closure of his optometry office, Vision Source Morrison, for routine eye care.  He noted, “We will be on call in the event of an emergency.  Please call our office at 815-772-7455 should you require emergency care.  Our top priority

Casey’s Donates to American Legion Remodel

Casey’s General Store believes in neighbors helping neighbors and is committed to helping local organizations make a difference.  Upon hearing that The American Legion Post in Morrison, IL, is modifying their bathroom to make it accessible for wheel chairs, they decided to donate $500 to help offset the cost. Morrison

Craft/Vendor Spaces Available for Summer Sales

Kim Barragan seeks participants for two summer sales events at Whiteside County Fairground, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL.  Both dates are from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and free to the public.  Spaces are available inside and outside, some with electricity.  Each event will benefit St. Jude Children’s Memorial

Tegeler Accounting Services Will Work Remotely

To our valued Clients and Friends: Due to the recent restrictions and the Illinois order for all non-essential staff to stay home, Tegeler Accounting Services staff will conduct business remotely from home, until at least Tuesday, April 7, 2020.  We want to reassure you that we are committed to continuing

Appointment-Only Access to FNB Lobby

Megan Thompson submitted this article. With the continuing COVID-19 concerns, effective Thursday, March 19, 2020, customer access to the Farmers National Bank lobby will be by “appointment only,” for loan or deposit needs or to access safe deposit boxes.  Lobby doors will be locked.  Lenders and Customer Service representatives will

February 1 Aviation Seminar at Whiteside County Airport

The Whiteside County Airport and Sauk Valley Pilots Association will host a free educational aviation seminar on Saturday, February 1, 2020, at 9:30 a.m.  The airport is located at 10950Hoover Road, Rock Falls, IL.  The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Great Lakes Ambassador, Andy Miller, will discuss “Difficult Decisions” that

February 1 Vendor Fair at Embraced

Business owner Andrea Ramirez will host the a Vendor Fair, inside Embraced, her wellness business at 104 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, on Saturday, February 1, 2020, from 9:00 a.m. to noon.  She and husband Christopher lease the former Quinn’s Jewelry building.  Embraced will hold Vendor Fairs on the first

Simply Aesthetic Design & Photography Summer Ribbon Cutting

A Ribbon Cutting for Simply Aesthetic Design & Photography was held Tuesday, July 9, 2019, at the Chamber office, 221 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL.  Owner Amanda D. (Olson) Cook of Morrison is a creative, multifaceted Professional Graphic Designer and an evocative Photographer.  Contact her at 630-605-5329, www.SimplyAestheticDesign.com, or email