Hillary Blevins supplied the rehearsal photos. Take a trip to The Underworld of Greek mythology, during the “Hadestown Teen Version” production this weekend. The popular Broadway version has run for several years. Morrison High School Theater Department opens a three-day run. Tickets are available at the door. Doors open […]
Donna Esther Davis, 73, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at her home. Donna was born January 7, 1953, in Centralia, IL, to Donald S. and Vivian L. (Fowler) Fulton. She was raised in a military family and attended schools in various locations throughout the world. She […]
Larry L. Sieh 87, of Morrison, IL, died Thursday, April 30, 2026, at Allure of Sterling, in Sterling, IL. Larry was born June 26, 1938, in Morrison, to Max C. and Amelia Caroline (Albers) Sieh. He was raised in Morrison and was a 1956 graduate of Morrison High School. […]
Corretta Catherine (Bielema) Van Kooten, 96, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling, IL. Coretta was born December 3, 1929, in Fulton, IL, to Joseph and Dorothea (Sterenberg) Bielema, Jr. She married Bruce Van Kooten on February 17, 1950. Together […]
At the age of 88, Joyce Lorraine Tiesman went home to be with her Heavenly Father, on Friday, April 24, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on September 15, 1937, to Henry and Tena (Vos) Tenboer of Morrison, IL. Joyce was educated at Prairie Center Grade School […]
Editor’s note: This fundraiser day will be the last opportunity to purchase the Morrison Fire Department 150th Anniversary t-shirt. Adult sizes run $20 (for Small, Medium, Large); $23 for (X-Large through XXX-Large.) Youth sizes run Small, Medium, and Large. Morrison Fire Department is a not-for-profit organization that provides critical […]
On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, pressed Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, on his decision to move jobs away from Rock Island Arsenal–while the United States depletes its munitions supply, because of Trump’s war in Iran. Sorensen’s questioning […]
Photos were taken by Legion member Barry Linder. During the Memorial Day celebration on Monday, May 25, 2026, take note of new shingles on the pavilion. Volunteer efforts reached new heights this past Saturday, April 25, 2026, as Sterling Commercial Roofing (SCR), a Tecta America Company, LLC spearheaded a […]
MCH Marketing Director Mick Welding submitted this feature and the photos. Welding stated, “The Morrison Community Hospital Foundation is beyond grateful! A few weeks ago, I received a phone call from Jeni Kessler, Office Manager at Scotts Miracle-Gro in Morrison. She offered to donate mulch for the walking path […]
Kathleen “Kathy” Joy Cetwinski passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Deer River, MN. She was born on September 16, 1946, to Harry and Joy (Rose) McGarvey in Dubuque, IA. Her parents moved back to Morrison, IL, and Kathy attended the local Morrison schools. Kathy loved her family […]
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at First Presbyterian Church in Morrison, IL, with Rev. Dr. Michael Selburg, Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, and Rev. John Reynolds, Jr. co-officiating. Her Obituary Notice follows. Jane Ann James, 97, of Morrison, IL, […]
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 […]
The report is by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. The Morrison School Board met on Monday, April 20, 2026, with all Board members in attendance. The filling of teaching positions for the 2026-2027 school year were noted; there currently are five openings. There are hopes that those positions will be […]
Joyce E. Lancaster, age 89, of Sterling, IL, died Monday, April 20, 2026, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL. Joyce was born October 13, 1936, in Milledgeville, IL, the daughter of Hiram and Crete (Calligan) Ferris. She married Charles Lancaster on January 14, 1956. Joyce enjoyed shopping, […]
Kevin “Zepe” James Zuidema, 66, of Clinton, IA, passed away with his daughter by his side, on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the Alverno Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Clinton. Kevin was born on April 29, 1959, to David L. and Judith A. (Rasmussen) Zuidema, in Clinton. He was […]