Support School District #6 performing arts in Morrison, IL, with your food purchase, during the McDonald’s “Good Neighbor Night” fundraiser, on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. A portion of dine-in and drive-through purchases made at McDonald’s, 604 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. will benefit Morrison High
On Tuesday, February 18, 2026, the Carroll County Democrats, by a unanimous vote, decided to sponsor a “No Kings” protest demonstration, to be held on Saturday, March 28, from noon to 3:00 p.m. They and other interested citizens will assemble next to the Dental Office, at 401 Main Street,
The following service organization and residential care facilities in Morrison, IL, invite families to attend 2026 Easter Egg Hunts. Bring a container for each child and a means to photograph the fun. SATURDAY, MARCH 28 Kiwanis Club/MHS Key Club will hold their Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Kiwanis Park,
David “Dick” R. Ebbers, 89, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling, IL. Dick was born August 21, 1936, in Grand Rapids, MI, to Alva J. and Corra D. (DeYoung Nyhof) Ebbers. He attended Fulton High School and graduated from
Editors note: Prior to the meal, praying the Stations of the Cross devotion will take place at 4:00 p.m. Knights of Columbus members will host their final, community, Lenten Fish Fry, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL. The date is
Editor’s note: I attended a performance of “Hadestown” while vacationing in New York City, NY, last December. It was a wondrous, high-energy, rhythmic, series of Greek mythology musical moments! I was reminded of the MHS production of “Grease” and MMTA’s “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” I urge drama/music
Joyce Lorraine Wilkins, 86, of Morrison, IL, died Friday, March 20, 2026, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, surrounded by family. Joyce was born April 13, 1939, in Morrison to Paul and Phernie (Eizenga) Tichler. Joyce loved to share that she was born on her grandparents’ farm, on
Below are members of Morrison High School 3rd Quarter Honor Roll, for 2025-2026. 4.00 AND ABOVE Class of 2026 Emily Arias, Annabelle Blevins, Emma Christin, Elaine Gallegos, Levi Milder, Lexi Walters, Sarah Wetzell, Ross Wiersema, Alayna Zinke. Class of 2027 Zayley Boonstra, Claire DeRycke, Anna Eggemeyer, Joshua McDearmon, Madelyn
Parents, sign up your Rising Star now to be a part of our Jr. Lakers production of “LEGALLY BLONDE JR.!” at Timber Lake Playhouse. Ages eight years through High School are encouraged to enroll in the musical cast. AUDITION NOTICE Want to be considered for a Principal role? Submit
Rotarian Mick Welding submitted the press release honoring two Morrison High School students. Pictured left-to-right are Morrison High School Principal, Dr. Dusti Markham, Ethan Lee, Brady Anderson, and Morrison Rotary President Ellen Smith. The Morrison Rotary Club was pleased to recognize our March 2026 Morrison High School Students of
Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, will host a Silent Art Auction, showcasing paintings by local artist Duane “Barney” Habben. All profits will go into the “Church Organ Fund.” The Opening Show is Saturday, March 21, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. View the collection and place
Judith Miranda Voss, age 80, of Prophetstown, IL, died Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling, IL. Judith was born August 21, 1945, in Morrison, IL, the daughter of Louis and Pearl (VanDyke) Hoak. She married Larry Voss on September 13, 1963, in Morrison.
On Thursday, March 19, 2026, Morrison Chief of Police Michael Moon submitted this report of Arrests made and Citations issued. On March 13, 2026, Morrison Police arrested Kenneth Farthing, age 63, Morrison, IL. Farthing was arrested for a Failure to Appear Warrant out of Whiteside County. He was transported
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is helping to lead efforts to crack down on Members of Congress using their elected positions for personal gain. He joined Congresswoman Haley Stevens (MI-11), Congressman Derek Tran (CA-45), and Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) to introduce sweeping legislation that would • prevent self-dealing • make
Editor’s note: Tony Wright submitted this report of the IESA State Wrestling Competition, held on Friday, March 13, 2026. He took the photo of Head Coach Jesse Kennedy, left, and Kennedy’s son, Assistant Coach Ryan, right. Ryan Kennedy took the tournament photos. Uryah Wright wrapped up his decorated Middle