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On Friday, February 20, 2026, the Supreme Court ruled–in a six-to-three decision–that President Donald Trump’s tariff scheme is illegal without Congressional authorization. The President’s use of an emergency law to universally impose steep tariffs on U. S. trading partners was struck down. These Justices voted against invalidating the tariffs: […]
Patrick J. Housenga, 64, of Thomson, IL, died Thursday, February 19, 2026, at MercyOne Medical Center in Clinton, IA. Pat was born May 13, 1961, in Clinton, IA, to Bernard J. and Mary J. (Lyons) Housenga. He was educated in the Fulton, IL, grade schools and graduated from Fulton […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced he secured over $200 million in Federal funding to support several initiatives at Rock Island Arsenal. This will protect jobs, support servicemembers, and expand the Arsenal’s Manufacturing Center of Excellence. “I am proud to bring home Federal funding to support Rock Island Arsenal, in […]
Mardi Gras in French means “Tuesday Fat.” Moving the adjective “fat” in front of the noun “Tuesday,” describes the final day of Carnival (also known as Shrove Tuesday, Shrovetide, or Fastelavn.) Mardi Gras thus falls on the day before the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday. “Fat Tuesday” refers […]
Currently in Illinois Voting By Mail and Early Voting are taking place, in advance of the General Primary Election, on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Holly Kim, one of four Candidates for State of Illinois Comptroller, welcomes voters’ questions and conversation, on Friday, February 20, 2026, beginning at 3:00 p.m., […]
Morrison Athletic Boosters submitted this calendar of sports events from Tuesday, February 17, through Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Spring road weight limits, often called “Frost Laws,” are seasonal restrictions designed to protect road damage during the spring thaw. As the ground thaws, the roadbed becomes unstable and saturated with moisture, making it highly susceptible to cracking or collapsing under heavy loads. Temporary, usually 90-day, postings typically are […]
Tony Wright submitted the competition report and photographs. Your Mustang Wrestling team continued its strong 2026 season this past weekend, qualifying four wrestlers to compete in the IHSA State Wrestling Tournament. Any time you survive the Northwest Sectional, it’s a good weekend! Commonly known as the fiercest and best […]
Vicky L. Workman, 77, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling, IL. Vicky was born July 27, 1948, in Clinton, IA, to Edward and Alida (Dykstra) Housenga. She attended Fulton, IL, grade schools and was a graduate of Fulton High […]
Learn about Revolutionary times, at “Celebrate America’s 250th” anniversary, on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at York Township Library, 1005 W. Main Street, Thomson, IL, 61285. Become a Revolutionary Reader and participate in games and activities for the whole family. The event is sponsored by ∗ Charles Carroll Society Children […]
Under Music Director and Conductor Silas Huff, Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s annual Family Concert will be performed at 2:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon, March 1, 2026, at the Camanche High School Theater. The location is 937 9th Avenue, Camanche, IA. Adult tickets are $20 available at the door. Students are admitted […]
G. William “Bill” Schaller, 87, of Fenton, IL, died Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling, IL. Bill was born April 5, 1938, in Sterling, to Granville William Schaller, Sr. and Ella “Sally” (McDonald) Schaller. He graduated from Dixon High School in 1956 and attended […]
OnCall Imaging continues its commitment to affordable, accessible healthcare in 2026, by extending its popular self-pay promotion through the entire month of February 2026. Originally launched in January to help patients start the new year focused on their health, the promotion saw strong interest from community members–particularly those with […]
On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, College of Saint Mary (CSM) announced its President’s Honor Roll for outstanding academic performance during the Fall 2025 semester. To qualify for the President’s Honor Roll, students must earn a 3.9 GPA or above, after completing at least 12 semester hours, as full-time students. […]