Ronald “Ron” Ray Wiersema, 78, of Morrison, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, after a long and courageous battle with multiple myeloma and Agent Orange exposure. Ron was born on June 14, 1947, to Dorothy Hook and Arnold
Morrison Special Education Department would like to thank the Bi-County Special Education Foundation, for their continued support. Students are enjoying the new sensory fidgets and healthy snacks to provide energy during afternoon work time. Items were made possible by a $750 mini-grant. Thank you for providing these wonderful tools!
The cafeteria renovation marks the final phase of CGH Medical Center’s extensive hospital lobby renovation project, which began in 2023. This phase of construction started in April 2025, and was completed in spring 2026. Throughout the renovation, kitchen operations continued without interruption, allowing in-room food service for patients to
The Morrison Fire Department will host its annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at its Fire Station at 206 W. Main Street, in Morrison, IL. The menu will include pancakes, sausage, orange juice, milk, and coffee for a donation to the
Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, invites the public to a free, empowering program, filled with the testimony of hope. Enjoy a Mother-Daughter Dinner, on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, beginning at 6:00 p.m. Dinner tickets are $20 for women and $10 for girls ages 12 and
Spring is here. It is time to dust off the garden gloves, sharpen the trowel, and breathe new life into your garden! Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 16, 2026, when Morrison Garden Club will hold their Annual Plant Sale. It will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00
City Administrator Brian Melton submitted this press release. The Arbor Day Foundation named Morrison, IL, as a 2025 Tree City USA, in honor of its commitment to plant, grow, and maintain trees to benefit its community. The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit with a mission to inspire
Fulton Police Department is proud to announce it has been awarded a Federal fiscal year 2026 Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program grant. Funded by Federal highway safety dollars through the Illinois Department of Transportation, the grant will support increased traffic safety enforcement efforts, aimed at saving lives and reducing crashes.
On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, Morrison Police arrested Ashlee Rice, age 42, Morrison, IL. Rice was arrested for a Failure to Appear Warrant out of Whiteside County. She was transported to Whiteside County Sheriff’s Jail. On Monday, April 27, 2026, Morrison Police arrested Grace Woo, age 40, Morrison, IL.
Rusty J. Roselieb, 67, of Prophetstown, IL, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling, IL. Rusty was born June 14, 1958, in Morrison, IL, the son of Ronald Dean and Shirley Marie (Oleson) Roselieb. He was educated in the Annawan School
Larry L. Sieh, 87, of Morrison, IL, died Thursday, April 30, 2026, at Allure of Sterling, in Sterling, IL. Larry was born June 26, 1938, in Morrison, to Max C. and Amelia Caroline (Albers) Sieh. He was raised in Morrison and was a 1956 graduate of Morrison High School.
Arthur “Art” Pruis, 91 of Morrison, IL, passed away on April 22, 2026, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, in Morrison. Art was born to Bernie and Cora (Tiesenga) Pruis on July 22, 1934, in Morrison. Art lost his father while in grade school, and his family moved to town.
HONORS NIGHT PRESENTATIONS Morrison High School Principal Dr. Dusti Markham welcomed attendees to Honors Night, on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, and served as Master of Ceremonies. Following is the list of Awards and Scholarships given to students and the Presenters. The specific award, recipient(s), and its presenter follow. E.M.
Hillary Blevins supplied the rehearsal photos. Take a trip to The Underworld of Greek mythology, during the “Hadestown Teen Version” production this weekend. The popular Broadway version has run for several years. Morrison High School Theater Department opens a three-day run. Tickets are available at the door. Doors open
Donna Esther Davis, 73, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at her home. Donna was born January 7, 1953, in Centralia, IL, to Donald S. and Vivian L. (Fowler) Fulton. She was raised in a military family and attended schools in various locations throughout the world. She