Nearly 4900 graduates received degrees from Iowa State University, in Ames, IA, this spring. Graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies were held May 14-through-16, 2026. Following are Whiteside County graduates. Prophetstown, IL: Rachel M. Shoemaker, Professional Master of Business Administration, Business Administration, P.M.B.A. (Professional) (Distance.) Sterling, IL: • Koda Lee […]
College of Saint Mary announces spring 2026 president’s honor roll, dean’s list On Thursday, July 2, 2026, College of Saint Mary (CSM), in Omaha, NE, announced its President’s Honor Roll and Dean’s List, for outstanding academic performance during the spring 2026 semester. There were 129 students on the President’s […]
On Monday, June 29, 2026, Quincy University released its Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester. Honorees must earn a semester grade point average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) to be included in the biannual Dean’s List. In total, 402 students received the honor during the […]
Before the concert began, Dr. Tom Wadsworth portrayed Thomas Jefferson, as he read a “Declaration of Independence.” It was first read to Colonists of July 4, 1776. Wadsworth dramatically emphasized all King George’s agregious behaviors, punitive taxes, and deprivations against his citizens–at the same time denying them voter representation […]
Arlene J. Dykstra, 88, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, June 29, 2026, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison. Arlene was born March 22, 1938, in Fulton, IL, to Frank and Tena (Pessman) Feldt. She was educated in the rural Whiteside County grade schools and graduated from Fulton High […]
Editor’s note: Harry S. Truman stated, “America was built on courage, on imagination, and on undefeatable determination.” A historical “origin story” of the United States of America, “Hamilton” is in a musical class of its own. On Sunday, July 12, 2026, Odell Public Library will show the smash-hit musical, […]
William (Bill) J. Schell, age 72, passed away peacefully at his family farm on Monday, June, 29, 2026. Bill was born on September 4, 1953, in Sterling, IL, the son of John and Rosella (Baer) Schell. He married Linda Wiersema on April 13, 1973, in Milledgeville, IL. She preceded […]
Bryan Scott Rundall, 60, of Prophetstown, IL, died June 23, 2026, at Allure of Prophetstown Care Center. Bryan was born August 13, 1965, in Morrison, IL, the son of Charles and Barbara (Warkins) Rundall. He graduated from Morrison Community High School in Morrison. While he was in school and […]
What an absolutely incredible and historic day for our Post 328 ! They had the distinct honor of coming together to celebrate a true American hero, Legionnaire Marvin Geerts, marking two unbelievable milestones: his 100th Birthday and an astounding 80 years of continuous membership with the American Legion. Commander Zuidema […]
Marcia R. DeBoer, 67, of Morrison, IL, died Friday, June 26, 2026, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, IA. Marcia was born on April 14, 1959, in Long Beach, CA, to Andrew and Tena (Karsten) DeBoer. She was educated in the Erie, IL, grade schools […]
Marvin J. VanZuiden, 90, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at La Bella of Morrison, IL. Marvin was born November 17, 1935, in Fulton, IL, to Clarence “Claus” and Winnie (Buikema) VanZuiden. He was educated in Fulton Schools. On September 14, 1956, he married Ethel J. Zuidema, […]
City of Morrison Utility Billing Delayed On July 7, 2026, the City of Morrison will be transitioning to a new computer software platform with BS&A Software to support utility billing, payments, and customer information. Due to this upcoming transition, utility billing for July 1 will be delayed. Utility bills are […]
By Jerry Lindsey The Morrison City Council met in Regular Session on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the Morrison Community Room, 307 South Madison Street, Morrison, Illinois. The meeting was called to order by Kevin Bruckner Jr. at 6:30 p.m. City Clerk Mike Hemmer recorded the minutes. […]
With hearts filled with both sorrow and hope, we celebrate the life of Christine Joy (Schultz) Schouten, who entered into the presence of her Savior and Heavenly Father, on Thursday, June 18, 2026, after a life marked by unwavering faith, deep love, and joyful service. Cremation rites have been […]
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