July 29 at Spring Valley Church: New Vocal Blend

  Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes New Vocal Blend to their outdoor stage, on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.  Join us for an evening of praise and worship.  A free-will offering will be taken.  In case of inclement weather, the concert will

Rep. Spain:  Dem Budget Sets Table for More Tax Hikes

  Following the signing of the Fiscal Year 2026 Illinois budget by Gov. Pritzker, a $55.2 billion budget that increases State spending by $2 billion more than last year and includes $1 billion in tax hikes, Deputy House Minority Leader Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) released the following statement. “The FY 26

Prophetstown Fourth of July Festivities and Fireworks

  Friday, July 4, 2025, will be the 249th anniversary of our Nation’s independence.  Prophetstown Strong will offer loads of entertainment for the area, to honor the Anniversary of the founding of The United States of America. Included are Friday morning Children’s Races; 3-on-3 Basketball; Horsehoes; two Bands; Raffle for

June 26 Morrison Police Report

  The following Citations were issued as of Thursday June 26, 2025 Citations:  On Sunday, June 22, 2025, Morrison Police issued a State Traffic Citation to Beth Stillings, age 56, of Morrison, IL.  Stillings was cited for Reckless Driving (Class A misdemeanor.)  Stillings was given a Notice to Appear in

June 2025 Featured Garden, Jean Decker

  Article submitted by Morrison Garden Club member Sharon Moore. Nestled at 404 W. Park Street, Morrison, IL, Jean Decker’s garden is a vibrant burst of life and color, a true testament to nearly 50 years of love and care.  What started as a few perennials has grown into a

July 3 Eats ‘N’ Beats at The District

  Enjoy an Independence Day Celebration on Thursday, July 3, 2025.  Rock Falls Tourism invites you to kick off your 4th of July weekend with a full evening of fun, food, music, and fireworks at the RB&W District Park.  There is something for everyone!  Starting at 4:00 p.m., enjoy a

Register for TLP Masterclass Theatre Program

  Enroll now in a “Newsies” Dance Class with Chaz Wolcott.  Are you ready to Seize the Day or become the King of New York?  Come out to dance with Wolcott and learn some of the original choreography of the iconic Disney musical, “Newsies.” Our first Masterclass of the season

Sorensen, Hinson Reintroduce Bill to Improve Flood and Drought Resiliency 

  Congressman Eric Sorensen and Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson introduced their bipartisan Flood Resiliency and Land Stewardship Act.  [This legislation] would improve flood and drought mitigation in agricultural communities across Illinois, through existing U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) conservation programs. Said Congressman Sorensen, “I’ll never forget the concern I

Special July Events at The Church of Saint Anne

  Marc Adami submitted the press release. The Episcopal Church of Saint Anne, 300 N. Jackson Street, in Morrison, IL, (on the corner of Knox and Cherry Streets,) will host an Independence Day Morning Prayer service with patriotic hymns, for early risers at 7:00 a.m., on Friday, July 4, 2025. 

Mary Okrasinski (1940 – 2025)

  Mary Okrasinski, 84, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, June 23, 2025, at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling, IL. Mary was born December 19, 1940, in Chicago, IL, to Dominick and Pauline (Graniero) Padovano.  She was educated in the Chicago area and later attended Cosmetology school.  She married

NIU Graduates Kendra Remrey and John Taylor

  NIU Spring 2025 Graduation List In May 2025, more than 2100 students received their Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees from Northern Illinois University, in DeKalb, IL. Included among those graduates were the following students from Morrison, IL: Kendra Remrey, Bachelor of Arts in English John Taylor, Bachelor of Fine

Austin-Roeder Named to the Dean’s List

  On Friday, June 20, 2025, Chloe Austin-Roeder of Morrison, IL, was named to the University of New England’s Dean’s List, for the Spring semester 2025. Dean’s List students have attained a grade point average of 3.3 or better out of a possible 4.0 at the end of the semester.

Lillian S. Hall (1946 – 2025)

  Lillian S. Hall, 79, of Fulton, IL, died Saturday, June 21, 2025, at The Alverno in Clinton, IA. Lillian was born on January 29, 1946, in Clinton, to Bert and Tena (Boonstra) Van Houten.  She attended Fulton Christian Grade School and graduated as Valedictorian of Fulton High School in

Sheriff’s Office Investigates Injury on Agnew Road

  On Saturday, June 14, 2025, at approximately 8:02 p.m., the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a four wheeler crash, at the intersection of Agnew Road and Mathew Road. The investigation revealed Danille L. Haeffner, 39, of Sterling, IL, was traveling southbound on Agnew Road and