Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report. Superintendent Dr. Matthew DeBaene presented the proposed facility updates that are forthcoming this summer. Construction projects will consist of massive upgrades in all school facilities. Summer entrance by non-construction personnel will not be allowed. The following updates will begin at the end […]
Editor’s note: On Friday, May 22, 2026, Mediacom was making repairs to their customers’ cable and internet services. After receiving a Mediacom text message stating repairs were completed, about 6:00 p.m., the Editor logged in to complete a press release about Memorial Day events. As she typed, […]
Signage indicates a 2026 Kiwanis Club/Key Club Sandwich Sale, on the southeast corner of U. S. Route 30 and Cherry Street (IL Highway 78.) Known locally as “the sandwich corner,” this space for nonprofit food sales is courtesy of Community State Bank. Sandwich sale season opens Saturday, May 23, […]
POPPIES Memorial Day is known as “National Poppy Day.” Wear a red poppy throughout the weekend to honor the fallen and to support the living, who have worn our Nation’s uniforms. The red, Flanders poppy is a Nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice worn by Americans, since World War I, […]
Daryl Eugene Schroeder, 59, of Tampico, IL, died Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Daryl was born September 14, 1966, in Clinton, IA, to LaVerne D. and Donna J. (Mitchell) Schroeder. He attended Morrison grade schools and was a 1984 graduate of Morrison High […]
Come out the Spring Valley Reformed Church and help us kick-off the Spring Valley Summer Nights concert series. The Memorial Day Kick-off is Monday, May 25, 2026. Our church has provided a dinner for the community on Memorial Day for over 70 years! The location is 10963 Spring Valley […]
On Third Thursday, May 21, 2026, The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will open early, allowing the public to gather for home made treats, beverages, and conversation. From 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., the venue becomes an attractive, charming “cafe,” filled with art from floor-to-ceiling and […]
The 2026 Kirkwood Community College Commencement Ceremony was held on Saturday, May 9, at 10:00 a.m., at the Alliant Energy PowerHouse in downtown Cedar Rapids IA. Congratulations to all the Kirkwood graduates! Area Illinois students earned the following recognitions: • Erie, Nathan Packer, Certificate and Nathan Packer, Diploma • […]
Morrison American Legion will retrieve American flags placed on Veterans’ graves at Grove Hill Cemetery, Morrison, IL, at 9:00 a.m., on Saturday, May 30, 2026. We WILL NOT PICK UP other flags (i.e. family, Fire Department, or other organizations.) We WILL NOT PICK UP markers, because they stay there […]
Louis G. Magana, 92, of Sterling, IL, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving wife and family. Louis was born on August 17, 1933, in Dixon, IL, to John and Petra Magana. He married Rachel Martinez on September 8, 1951, and they shared many years […]
Carol Armstrong died Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Carol Armstrong was born January 13, 1948, the daughter of E. L. and Janet (Hawkins) Schoaf. She Married Dale Armstrong March 7, 1969. She graduated from the Unionville grade school and Morrison High School in 1966. She received her BA and MA from […]
Photo courtesy of Domini Buikema. Legionnaire Jerry Brearton stated, “Morrison American Legion would like to thank all the volunteers who helped plant 1076 flags on veterans’ graves this morning [Saturday, May 15, 2026], at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison, IL. In addition to our dedicated Legionnaires, we received wonderful […]
William J. Roth, 82, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Javon Bea Hospital-Riverside in Rockford, IL. Bill was born November 17, 1943, in Chicago, IL, to Walter C. and Grace H. (Kwosigroch) Roth. He attended Catholic schools in the Chicagoland area, before serving in the United […]
Philip “Phil” W. Bramm, 76, of Morrison, IL, died peacefully on Tuesday May 12, 2026, at University of Iowa Hospitals in Iowa City, IA, with his wife and daughters by his side. Phil was born September 13, 1949, in Morrison, to Myril E. and Marian E. (Gross) Bramm. He […]
Editor’s note: Not all Legionnaires are physically able to place 1000 American flags across the burial grounds. Younger volunteer groups will work quickly. Jerry Brearton submitted this press release. In preparation for Memorial Day ceremonies, the American Legion Post in Morrison, IL, will install flags on the graves of Veterans […]
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted the report. The Morrison, IL, City Council convened on May 11, 2026 without Mayor Scott Vandermyde in attendance. A shortened agenda included the following subjects discussed. • American Legion parade permit approved for Monday, May 25, 2026 • Re-appointment of three-year term to Odell […]