Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./ARC Morrison Blood Program Leader, submitted the photo of Power Cell donors. The Editor submitted a photo after her 81st donated pint (ten+ gallons.) The second 2026 American Red Cross Morrison Community Blood Drive was held on Thursday, March 19, at Morrison United Methodist Church. Many
High school students, are you looking for a career in food service? Do you want to earn higher wages? Youths aged 14-to-18 should register for the upcoming 4-H ServSafe Manager Certification Course, sponsored by University of Illinois Extension. Sessions will be held Tuesday and Wednesday, April 14 and 15,
Troy Douglas Leech, 53, of Clinton, IA, formerly of Morrison, IL, passed away unexpectedly Friday, March 27, 2026, at his home. Troy was born June 7, 1972, in Morrison, to Douglas and Judy (Boelkins) Leech. He was educated in the Morrison grade schools and graduated from Morrison High School
Morrison High School Key Club Advisor Brian Bartoz submitted these photos of the packing preparation, on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, before the Annual Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt of Saturday, March 28. Click the link to a report on the event. Key Club member Cierra Weets (left) and Morrison Kiwanis
The Editor took these photos during a two-hour protest gathering in Savanna, IL, on Saturday, March 28, 2026. “Well over a 100 participated,” stated one of the organizers. “Global protests against Donald Trump took place on Saturday as millions of people vented fury, over what they see as his
David B. Otto, 55, of Morrison, IL, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, IA. David was born June 29, 1970, in Iowa City, IA, to John and Judith (Callen) Otto. He was raised and educated in Clinton, IA, grade schools,
Carmen Blasdell, 71, of Albany, IL, formerly of Fenton, IL, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026, at MercyOne Medical Center in Clinton, IA. Carmen was born June 13, 1954, in Raymondville, TX, to Anastacio and Guadalupe (Carrisclesz) Hernandez, Sr. She was educated in the Morrison, IL, school system and
On Friday, March 27, 2026, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement, slamming House Republicans’ refusal to fund TSA, FEMA, and the U. S. Coast Guard. “Today should have been payday for TSA agents who have gone over 40 days since their last paycheck. Instead, House Republicans refused
Congressman Sorensen, Senators Durbin and Duckworth Oppose Army’s Attempt to Move Jobs Away from Rock Island Arsenal On Friday, March 27, 2026, U. S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, combat Veteran and U. S. Senator Tammy Duckworth, and Illinois Congressman Eric Sorensen released the following statement. It is a response
Aurora University has named the following five area students to the Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester. The Dean’s List recognizes full-time undergraduate students who have earned a 3.6 grade-point average or higher. Illinois students are listed by hometown and academic major. Morrison: Kayleen Mecum, Social Work Prophetstown:
On Thursday, March 26, 2026, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) joined a bipartisan group of Lawmakers to introduce the Fertilizer Transparency Act. [It would] help provide Illinois farmers with more certainty and better information about fertilizer prices. This legislation would require the U. S. Department of Agriculture to create a
On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, student volunteers worked at McDonald’s, 604 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. They delivered food to customers and cleaned tables. McDonald’s hosted a “Good Neighbor Night” opportunity, to support the School District Theater Department. A donation of $500 was made. The
Marvin T. Charleston, Sr., 85, of Erie, IL, died Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL. Marvin was born on December 24, 1940, in Harvey, IL, the son of Marvin C. and Balbina (Klaczynski) Charleston. He graduated from Thornton High School in Harvey, IL,
Are you looking for a rewarding career, where your work truly makes a difference? Join us at the upcoming “CGH Career Fair,” on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. It will be held at the Post House Ballroom, 100 W. Second Street, Dixon, IL. Come discover
Scholastic Bowl Coach Brian Bartoz submitted this report and photograph. Morrison High School’s Scholastic Bowl team won three-of-its-five matches in the Illinois Masonic Academic Bowl State Tournament, on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Bloomington, IL, High School. Their 3-2 record is the best record any MHS team achieved in