Editor’s note: The word Chevrolet is a French family surname–not a noun. Louis Chevrolet–a Swiss race car driver–is co-founder of the company. On Friday, June 27, 2025, the Editor spotted this 1967 Chevrolet C10 pickup truck, parked outside TBK Bank, 211 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Local owner KC
Friday, July 4, 2025, will be the 249th anniversary of our Nation’s independence. Prophetstown Strong will offer loads of entertainment for the area, to honor the Anniversary of the founding of The United States of America. Included are Friday morning Children’s Races; 3-on-3 Basketball; Horsehoes; two Bands; Raffle for
Article submitted by Morrison Garden Club member Sharon Moore. Nestled at 404 W. Park Street, Morrison, IL, Jean Decker’s garden is a vibrant burst of life and color, a true testament to nearly 50 years of love and care. What started as a few perennials has grown into a
Enjoy an Independence Day Celebration on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Rock Falls Tourism invites you to kick off your 4th of July weekend with a full evening of fun, food, music, and fireworks at the RB&W District Park. There is something for everyone! Starting at 4:00 p.m., enjoy a
Marc Adami submitted the press release. The Episcopal Church of Saint Anne, 300 N. Jackson Street, in Morrison, IL, (on the corner of Knox and Cherry Streets,) will host an Independence Day Morning Prayer service with patriotic hymns, for early risers at 7:00 a.m., on Friday, July 4, 2025.
NIU Spring 2025 Graduation List In May 2025, more than 2100 students received their Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees from Northern Illinois University, in DeKalb, IL. Included among those graduates were the following students from Morrison, IL: Kendra Remrey, Bachelor of Arts in English John Taylor, Bachelor of Fine
On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, Loras College in Dubuque, IA, announced the names of students who earned a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in 2025. Laney Edgeton of Morrison, IL, earned a Bachelor of Art Degree.
On Friday, June 20, 2025, Chloe Austin-Roeder of Morrison, IL, was named to the University of New England’s Dean’s List, for the Spring semester 2025. Dean’s List students have attained a grade point average of 3.3 or better out of a possible 4.0 at the end of the semester.
Three Morrison, IL, students earned placement on the Northern Illinois University Dean’s List, for Spring 2025. They are David Meyer, ENVSBS: Biodivrsty & Env Restr, Morrison Community High School Cadie Unger, Anthropology – B.S., Morrison Community High School Nicholas Wagenecht, Sport Management – B.S., Morrison Community High School. To
Nearly 4600 graduates received degrees from Iowa State University, Ames, IA, this spring. Graduate and undergraduate Commencement ceremonies were held May 15-17, 2025. Following are Morrison, IL, graduates. Anna Estella Mickley, Bachelor of Science, Finance, Magna Cum Laude. Amber Rae Vegter, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medicine.
The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will showcase five local artists during a program on Sunday, June 22, 2025, beginning at 1:00 p.m. These talented woodworkers will share their use of materials, design features, and techniques. One lucky attendee will receive a beautiful door prize.
Juneteenth, a blend of the words “June” and “nineteenth,” celebrates the end of enslavement in America. Also known as America’s second Independence Day, Emancipation Day, Juneteenth Independence Day, and Black Independence Day, Juneteenth honors enslaved people, African American heritage, and the many contributions that Black people have made to
Join us at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, in Morrison, IL, for Dolly’s Book Bash, on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. This free, family-friendly event celebrates Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Help us promote childhood literacy in our community. Get ready for an evening
As global dynamics shift and National priorities realign, a historic investment from Germany has created a once-in-a-generation opportunity, for economic expansion and cross-border collaboration. With the German Government committing over $500 billion in defense and infrastructure modernization, the ripple effects are poised to reach across the Atlantic. Northwest Illinois
On Friday, June 13, 2025, a well-organized, well-attended, take-away meal fundraiser began at 4:30 p.m. Held by Morrison Southside School staff, the event was to support a recent Rock Falls High School graduate, Dylan Wescott, who was paralyzed after an accident during a March track meet. Eighty sandwiches had