The University of Dubuque, in Dubuque, IA, congratulates the following student on being appointed to the Fall Semester 2025 Academic Dean’s List. Full-time students in good academic standing (registered for and having earned 12 or more letter grade credits for the term) who earn a term grade point average
Whiteside County Health Department issued this snow and temperature advisory. Please see the following update from National Weather Service Quad Cities and some links shared in a recent IEMA-OHS press release. • Dangerous cold is in place and will remain through Saturday morning, January 31, 2026. Wind chills of
At their regular meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the Carroll County Democratic Central Committee decided to provide information on their preferred candidates for the U. S. Senate. The top three contenders for retiring Senator Dick Durbin are Congresswoman Robin Kelly; Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi; Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton. The
Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, will host a community Pancake Supper on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m. Donations will fund scholarships to send children to Camp Manitoqua in Frankfort, IL. The menu includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, and applesauce. Pancake choices are
On Friday, January 23, 2026, Iowa State University, in Ames, IA, reported more than 11,800 students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement, by being named to the 2025 fall semester Dean’s List. Students named to the Dean’s List must earn a grade point average of at least 3.50
Rock Falls Tourism presents “Flock to the Rock ’26.” Join us on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the Rock Falls American Legion, 712 Fourth Avenue, Rock Falls, IL. Before the event begins, everyone is encouraged to visit the Lower Dam area (300 W. First
William R. Uhler, 61, of Prophetstown, IL, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Winning Wheels, Inc. in Prophetstown. William was born on August 1, 1964, in Morrison, the son of Mary Garland. He attended Prophetstown Schools and also went to Hamilton Tech. He was a member of
Morrison, IL, Chief of Police Mike Moon submitted this Arrest Report and Citations issued, on Friday, January 23, 2026. On Thursday, January 15, 2026, Morrison Police arrested Steven A. Ferrell, age 55, of Aurora, IL, for Aggravated Battery to a Peace Officer, in Kane County. Ferrell was taken to
If you are sheltering in place today, Friday, January 23, 2026, due to dangerous cold temperatures, consider making a pie. So many food options can become the filling of one-or-two layers of dough. Try toasting naan or pita bread as an open, hand-held crust. Combine something savory: eggs, meat,
Due to expected extreme temperatures on Friday, January 23, 2026, the Morrison, IL, gallery, The Loft on Main, will not be open.
Sharon Mae Stoudt, 85, formerly of Erie, IL, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, in Morrison, IL. Sharon was born October 26, 1940, in Prophetstown, IL, the daughter of E. Allan and Elna Mae (Lawrence) Border. She graduated from Erie High School in 1958.
Leroy “Mick” Fisher, Jr. 77, of Fulton, IL, passed peacefully Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. Mick was born July 17, 1948, in Sterling, IL, the son of Leroy H. “Buzz” and Rosemary (Baker) Fisher, Sr. He was educated in and graduated from high
Gloria Folkerts, 95, of Morrison, IL, formerly of La Grange, IL, died Monday, January 19, 2026, at her home. Gloria was born October 19, 1930, in Cook County, IL, to Leonardo and Teresa (Tracogna) Cernet, who immigrated from Cannebola, Italy. She was a graduate of a Nazareth Academy in
Due to expected extreme cold warnings for Friday, January 23, 2026, Morrison Community School District #6 will be closed. Morrison students who also attend Whiteside Area Career Center (WACC) in Sterling, IL, will not attend. All activities and practices are cancelled. Non-students and those who must be outside will
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