On Tuesday evening, July 22, 2025, Brent’s Firehouse Coffee, LLC owners Amy and Brent Brightman, of Camanche, IA, awarded donations to Morrison Fire Department and Morrison Police Department, inside the Fire Station, 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Their businesses fund a Public Safety Foundation that provides lifesaving equipment. […]
Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, Marketing Director Karla Burn urges the public to “Save the date for Resthave’s Annual Family Fun Day. It is Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Come see what is new, and have a free meal on […]
Youngsters are invited to Odell Public Library LEGO Club on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, from 10:30 a.m. until noon. For more information, contact Odell Public Library at 815-772-7323 or email odellpubliclibrary@gmail.com.
Clinton Community College is hosting a new art exhibit in the Library Art Gallery through August 2025. The exhibit features the the work of freelance artist Dee Ketelsen, a proud Clinton Community College graduate. The Library is located at 1000 Lincoln Boulevard, Clinton, IA. Her pieces vary from black-and-white […]
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes The Dotsons to their outdoor stage, on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Join us for an evening of praise and worship. A free-will offering will be received. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be […]
State Representative Ryan Spain, one of two Deputy Republican Leaders in the Illinois House, officially launched his re-election bid for his 73rd District Illinois House seat. The 73rd District consists of parts of Bureau, Henry, Lee, Marshall, Peoria, Rock Island, Stark, Whiteside, and Woodford Counties. “As we have finally […]
James A. Damhoff, Jr., 82, of Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL, formerly of Albany, IL, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at MercyOne in Clinton, IA. Jim was born on July 23, 1943, in Clinton, IA, to James A., Sr. and Carole D. (Ziegler) Damhoff. He […]
Gene E. Johnson, 72, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the Citadel of Sterling, IL. Gene was born August 27, 1952, in Morrison, to Elmer W. and Helen D. (Radatz) Johnson. He was first employed at Climco in Morrison, and later he was employed at Self […]
John J. Mucci, 76, of Morrison, IL, died Friday, July 25, 2025, at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling, IL. John was born on December 7, 1948, in Ottawa, IL, to Delpho H. and Helen D. (Griglione) Mucci. He was a graduate of Marquette High School in Ottawa, […]
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. The Morrison School District will open the 2025-2026 school year under the leadership of Dr. Matthew DeBeane [/duh-BANE]. The Superintendent position has been a revolving door for several semesters, awaiting the School Board’s search to end with the appropriate candidate. Dr. DeBeane brings experience […]
Patricia “Pat” K. Hanson, 85, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, July 27, 2025, surrounded by her family, at home. Pat was born February 24, 1940, in Morrison to Henry and Jennie (DeWeerdt) Tiesman. She was educated in the Fulton Grade Schools and attended Fulton High School. On February 11, […]
Jo Heller, age 73, of Morrison, IL, died unexpectedly on July 20, 2025. Following years of declining mobility, weakening strength, and deteriorating eyesight, she was regaining strength and mobility for over a year. Her last day was a great day, until sudden pain hit. Her daughter lived with, cared […]
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. Incoming Morrison Community Unit School District #6 Superintendent, Dr. Matthew DeBaene, offered a Meet and Greet time for introductions and answering of questions and/or concerns, regarding his position as the new Superintendent. Peanut Butter & Deli, 119 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, graciously hosted […]
On Saturday, August 2, 2025, anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., de Immigrant Windmill in Fulton, IL, will offer a bread making event. The Windmill Cultural Center is located at 111 Tenth Avenue, Fulton, IL, across from the authentic Dutch windmill. Call 815-589-3925 for additional information. Families and […]
Morrison Historical Society Trustee Mary Ellen Brackeymer contributed the last two photos. Program presenter and retired Fulton High School History teacher Ronald Koehn was featured on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Afterward, over two dozen members of the audience participated in […]