Sterling Main Street’s Annual Car Show, now in its 12th year, returns to the Sterling Marketplace, 111 W. Second Street in Downtown Sterling, IL, Sunday, May 4, 2025. The venue is adjacent to the Twin City Farmers Market. “Moving our Car Show to the Marketplace last year was a
Do not forget to take advantage of the Morrison Lions Area Recycle Day on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The event will be at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. You still have time to clean your garage or storage area.
State Representative Ryan Spain was honored by three Statewide organizations, for his advocacy on behalf of Illinois citizens. ABATE of Illinois, the State’s leading motorcyclist advocacy organization, and the Illinois State Ambulance Association (ISAA) both named Spain a “2025 Legislator of the Year.” Illinois Credit Union League (ICUL) named
Congressman Eric Sorensen issued the following statement, in response to House Republicans passing their budget proposal, which calls for giving massive tax breaks to billionaires, while cutting more than $880 billion from Medicaid. “The budget House Republicans passed would rip health care coverage away from neighbors with disabilities, women
Sunday, April 20, 2025, Easter Services are listed for 14 Morrison, IL, area churches. Know that each Church welcomes new, lapsed, and long-time residents–as well as visitors–to attend their services. •Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, will hold a 9:00 a.m., Easter Morning worship, Sunday, April 20, at
On Sunday, April 27, 2025, Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, reopens at 1:00 p.m., with a welcoming entrance via the newly-repaired front stairs, or the ramp from the back parking area. Presenter Dick Volker of Princeton, IL, offers an entertaining program for all ages, based on
Natural Land Institute’s Legacy Tree Program announces the April 2025 Tree of the Month is a Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis), a State Champion at the Stephenson County Historical Society Museum and Arboretum, (in Freeport, IL, 1440 S. Carroll Avenue.) It was nominated by Mark Luthin, who grew up in
On Thursday, April 24, 2025, at p.m., the community is invited to attend an Open House celebration, for April House Children’s Advocacy Center, at their new location. Hours are 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. The building is located at 201 W. Market Street, Morrison, IL. Enter Orange Street behind Yarbrough
Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, will hold a Rummage Sale and Bake Sale on Friday, April 25, and Saturday, April 26, 2025, in Heritage Hall. Doors open precisely at noon Friday and at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday (no early buyers allowed.) Shop until 5:00 p.m.
Morrison Athletic Boosters are looking for a Volunteer Concessions Manager for the 2025 fall Football season. Last year the Boosters provided over $25,000 to Morrison athletes. Profits from the concession stand directly support the athletes. If you have been interested in helping but weren’t sure what you can do,
Editor’s note: Earlier in April 2025, Illinois Congressman Eric Sorensen testified against cuts to food purchase funds, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP.) Leveda Ashlin submitted this report. As we finish the first quarter of 2025 we, like many other organizations, are struggling to make a budget plan to
Congressman Eric Sorensen delivered passionate remarks and tough questions, during a House Agriculture Committee hearing, focused on expanding opportunity through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP.) In his testimony, the Congressman emphasized the real-world impact of proposed cuts to SNAP. He pushed back on efforts to reduce assistance for
Mary Jane Connelly, 99, died at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL, on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Mary Jane was born April 30, 1925, the daughter of Murray and Jennie (Hook) Ritchie. She attended the Morrison schools, where she excelled in academics, was a High School Cheerleader, Homecoming
Listed are Senior Athletes, from the Morrison Athletic Boosters. Congratulations to all, and Good Luck on your future endeavors!
Morrison Athletic Boosters supplied the list of Athletic contests, beginning the week of Monday, April 1, 2025. In addition, on Tuesday, April 15, a Track Meet will be held in Fulton, IL.