150th Tampico Anniversary Museum Program

  Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will resume monthly programs on Sunday, September 21, 2025.  Front and back doors open at 1:00 p.m.; the program begins promptly at 1:30.  The building is accessible to all from a ramp in the back parking lot. Tampico, IL, was founded

Sorensen Opposed Partisan National Defense Bill

  On Thursday, September 11, 2025, Congressman Eric Sorensen released the following statement, regarding his vote to oppose the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) on the House floor. Summary of the National Defense Authorization Act summary:  The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25 NDAA), officially signed into

September 12 Morrison Police Report

  Chief of Police Mike Moon submitted the Friday, September 12, 2025, report. On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, Morrison Police arrested Kenneth W. Farthing, age 62, of Morrison, IL.  Farthing was arrested for Criminal Trespass.  He was released with a court date. On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, Morrison Police arrested

Save 3 Lives Today with a Blood Donation

  Editor’s note:  Editor Stephanie Vavra donated a 94th pint of blood today and shared the occasion with ARC Coordinator Kaywyn Beswick. The American Red Cross Blood Drive is today, Thursday, September 11, 2025, from noon to 6:00 p.m., at St. Mary Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL. 

Kiwanis Bike Raffles During Paint the Town September 20

  Morrison Kiwanis Club will sell raffle tickets for two youth-sized bikes, during its upcoming Sandwich Sale event on Saturday, September 20, 2025, during Paint the Town in downtown Morrison, IL.  Kiwanians will sell raffle tickets and sandwiches at the corner of Genesee and Main Streets. Bicycle raffle tickets are

Daughters of the American Revolution Gifted Veterans

  Marketing Director Karla Burn submitted this press release and photo. National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), Illinois Rock River Chapter District 2, are always thinking of thoughtful ways to support Resthave Care & Rehabilitation residents throughout the year. From sending cards, gifting goodie bags, to their latest

Clinton Symphony Orchestra Opens September 20

  On Saturday, September 20, 2025, Clinton Symphony Orchestra will open its 72nd Concert Season at 7:30 p.m., in the new Durgin Performing Arts Center at Clinton High School, 817 8th Avenue South, Clinton, IA. The Orchestra welcomes a new Conductor, Dr. Silas Nathaniel Huff.  They will perform music by

Lifelong Learners Series Features 55-Day Kayaker

  Clinton Community College will host the first of the 2025-26 Lifelong Learners Series, with an exciting presentation by Shawn Hamerlinck on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.  Hamerlinck, a Professor at CCC, one of the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges, kayaked the Mississippi River for 55 days, during the summer of 2025. 

Linda M. Pilgrim (1953 – 2025)

  Linda M. Pilgrim, 72, of Prophetstown, IL, died Saturday September 6, 2025, at CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL. She was born on June 28, 1953, the daughter of Edward and Sally (Ford) Powell and attended Prophetstown schools.  Linda had served as the Lyndon, IL, Village Clerk for a number

Richard Johnson (1943 – 2025)

  Richard Johnson, 81, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, September 6, 2025, at his home. Richard was born November 19, 1943, in St. Charles, IL, to Verne and Pauline (McKinness) Johnson.  He was educated in St. Charles grade schools and was a graduate of Clinton, IA, High School.  On October

September 21 Wrestlers’ Pancake Breakfast

  Multiple pleasant activities will take place on Sunday, September 21, 2025, on Main Street, Morrison, IL.  Begin your downtown day with breakfast by Coach Tom Drosopoulos and his High School Wrestlers.  The young men will host their Annual Pancakes & Paintings fundraiser, from 8:00 a.m. to noon.  The menu

Music Fundraiser for Color Guard Tonight

  To support the Color Guard, Morrison Music Boosters will host a fundraiser tonight, on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.  The location is Culver’s of Rock Falls, 1901 Harley Davidson Drive, Rock Falls, IL, 61071. If you cannot attend the event, donate to Morrison Music Boosters,

Fatality in Two-Vehicle Crash September 8

  On Monday, September 8, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call, reporting a two-vehicle crash on U. S. Route 30 at the I-88 Mile Marker 44, westbound on-ramp. Initial investigation by responding Deputies and the Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit determined that

Snoopy Shirts for Blood Donors September 11

  Viral Red Cross Peanuts® t-shirts are  back, just in time to celebrate 75 years of Snoopy, smiles, and savings lives.  The American Red Cross is partnering with the beloved PEANUTS brand.  Anyone who comes to donate [by Sunday, September 21, 2025,] will receive one-of-four special designs, while they last.

Phillip M. Renkes (1934 – 2025)

  Phillip M. Renkes, 90, of Morrison, IL, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, IL. Phil was born October 16, 1934, in Clinton, IA, to Vernon D. and Janette (Dykema) Renkes.  He was educated in the Clinton grade schools and graduated from