Free Big Band Night Concerts July 11 and 25

  The Rock River Jazz Band is bringing the Big Band Era back, for two live and free concerts, this month.  Both are from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, July 11:  “Big Band Night” Concert in the RB&W Park, Rock Falls, IL. Saturday, July 25:  “Big Band Night” Concert in Page

Loras College Announces Local Graduate: Matthew Marcum

  Loras College in Dubuque, IA, announced the names of students who earned a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in 2026. Matthew Marcum of Rock Falls, IL, completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Research and Politics.  He is a graduate of Rock Falls High School.

City Hall Closure Exended

  The City of Morrison informs residents, businesses, and other stakeholders that City Hall will be closed, to accommodate staff training and the implementation of a new computer system, as follows. These updated closures are necessary, as the City completes the system conversion that will improve efficiency, enhance service delivery,

IDOT Shareholders Meeting July 21

  Press release from City Administrator Brian Melton. Businesses, organizations, and entities may be impacted by proposed improvements to U. S. Route 30 through Morrison, IL.  This meeting is not necessarily a meeting for the general public, but a meeting to share information and obtain any feedback from identified business

2025-2026 Junior High 4th Quarter Honor Roll

  The Morrison Junior High students who qualified for 4th Quarter Honor Roll status are listed, for the 2025-2026 school year. 6TH GRADE 6th GRADE STRAIGHT A’s (4.000):  PEYSON DIRKS, KENDALL DUNCAN, LEELA ENGELKENS, KELSEY EWOLDSEN, ABBRIELLA FREYMANN, ADDISON HOOK, COOPER HOUZENGA, GRACYN HUGGINS, DAWSON KUEHL, QUINNE LUCKEY, CORALINE RIDER,

Iowa State University Spring 2026 Dean’s List

  More than 11,200 Iowa State University students, in Ames, IA, have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement, by being named to the 2026 spring semester Dean’s List.  Students named to the Dean’s List must earn a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale, while carrying

University of Wyoming Spring Semester Honor Roll

  On Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the University of Wyoming listed the following students from Illinois, on the 2026 spring semester Provost’s Honor Roll.  The Provost’s Honor Roll consists of undergraduates who have completed at least six but fewer than 12 hours with a minimum 3.5 grade-point average for the

July 12 Adams Voice at Spring Valley Church

  Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes Adams Voice to their outdoor stage, on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.  Join us for an evening of praise and worship.  We will serve Sunday Night Sundaes after the concert!  A free-will offering will be taken. 

Report from Representative Bradley Fritts

  Good afternoon and Happy July 2026.   I hope everyone stays cool during this heatwave. My office has been busy across the 74th District.  From our annual Summer Tour to attending community events and planning upcoming outreach, my team and I are ready to make the most of the summer!

Happy Independence Day! from Representative Tony McCombie

  As we celebrate Independence Day, I wish you and your family a safe, joyful, and meaningful Fourth of July. This year’s celebration is especially significant as we our nation’s 250th anniversary. For nearly two and a half centuries, generations of Americans have defended our freedoms, strengthened our communities, and

Area Students Graduate from Clarke University

  Clarke University in Dubuque, IA, extends a warm congratulations to the following Class of 2026 May graduates: •   Sydney Norman, Fulton, IL, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy. •   Hailey Walters, Sterling, IL, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Cum Laude. Founded in 1843 by the Sisters of Charity of the

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh: Payton Purdy

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh officials have released the names of students who qualified for the Dean’s List and University Honor Roll in spring 2026. The term grade-point average (GPA) requirement for University Honor Roll is 3.3.  The term GPA requirement for Dean’s List is 3.75 out of a possible 4.0. To

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse: Brooke Howard

  The following area student has been named to the Dean’s List at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse for the spring semester of the 2025-26 academic year, ending in May. Qualification for the Dean’s List is limited to students who have attained outstanding academic achievement.  To be eligible, students must

Iowa State University Honors Spring 2026 Graduates

  Nearly 4900 graduates received degrees from Iowa State University, in Ames, IA, this spring.  Graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies were held May 14-through-16, 2026.  Following are Whiteside County graduates. Prophetstown, IL:  Rachel M. Shoemaker, Professional Master of Business Administration, Business Administration, P.M.B.A. (Professional) (Distance.) Sterling, IL: •   Koda Lee

College of Saint Mary: Kennedy Buck, President’s Honor Roll

  College of Saint Mary announces spring 2026 president’s honor roll, dean’s list On Thursday, July 2, 2026, College of Saint Mary (CSM), in Omaha, NE, announced its President’s Honor Roll and Dean’s List, for outstanding academic performance during the spring 2026 semester. There were 129 students on the President’s