September 9 Music Boosters Fundraiser at Culver’s

  Donate while you dine!  If you cannot attend the event, donate to Morrison Music Boosters. Morrison Music Boosters will host a fundraiser, on Tuesday evening, 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. Proceeds

Become a Theater Booster of MCUSD

  Morrison Music Teacher Erin Morris will start a Theater Boosters program, to support the Theater Department. “We have wonderful Music Boosters run by parents, who do an awesome job supporting our music students.  We could use some of that kind of support for our Theater Program.  The current program

September 8 On the Move Food Truck Fundraiser

  The City of Morrison, IL, On the Move with Parks and Rec committee invites members of the public to purchase supper, between 4:00 and 6:30 p.m., on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Paula’s Comfort Food (food truck.)  She will be parked outside The Briefing Room event venue, 114 E.

Explore Local Flavors at Farm to Table Event

  Join Illinois Extension on Thursday, September 11, 2025, for an enlightening day of guided tours of innovative farms in the region, followed by a delicious dinner made from locally-grown ingredients.  Register NOW at go.illinois.edu/FarmtoTable. Individual tour and dinner spots are limited.  The cost is $50 per person, which includes

September 4 Golden Agers Bingo Night

  Morrison Parks and Recreation Department will host Golden Agers Bingo Night, for those age 50 and above, on Thursday, September 4, 2025.  The venue is the City of Morrison Community Room, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  Play time is from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. 

All-Community Read in September

  The de Immigrant Volunteer Millers will host an all-community read.  The book to be discussed is Sipsworth by Simon Van Booy.  Individuals and book clubs are invited to take part.  The discussion will be on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., in the Windmill Cultural Center.  The Center

Glow Block Party September 6

  The City of Morrison, IL, Department of Fun will host a family-friendly “Glow Party” to celebrate the end of summer, on Saturday, September 6, 2025.  This final Block Party will be confined to downtown Main Street, stretching west from Cherry Street (IL Route 78) to Base Street.  The times

Timber Lake Pre-Reveal Ticket Deal

  Timber Lake Playhouse is excited to offer an exclusive “Pre-Reveal Ticket Deal” to you, our TLP Family.  Buy your 2026 Season Tickets now, and lock in next year’s six-show season, at this year’s low, five-show prices! You read that right!  More Theatre; same low price. Don’t delay.  This Pre-Reveal

Care for the Land: Fall Seed Harvest Day

  Natural Land Institute (NLI) invites the public to participate in a volunteer opportunity by collecting seeds from native prairie wildflowers and grasses.  The communal event will take place at Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Road, Rockton, IL 61072, during Fall Prairie Harvest Day.  The collecting times are 9:00

Pin Oak is the August Tree of the Month

  A grand Pin Oak (Quercus palustris) tree located at Specialty Screw Corporation, 2801 Huffman Boulevard, Rockford, lL, was featured as the August Tree of the Month, through Natural Land Institute’s (NLI) Legacy Tree Program.  The Pin Oak is 59.5 ft. high, has an average crown spread of 80 ft.,

Super Wash Building is Double Accident Victim

  About 3:15 p.m. on Thursday, August 28, 2025, two accidents occurred to the Super Wash, Inc., Headquarters, 707 W. Lincoln Road, in Morrison, IL. Both north and south ends of the building were struck:  the first automatic washing bay and the south wall near the Secondary Equipment Building. Owner

Sandwich Corner Kiwanis Sale August 30

  The Morrison Kiwanis Club and Morrison High School Key Club will hold a Sandwich Sale on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the corner of U. S. Highway 30 and Illinois Route 78/Cherry Street.  Bring your Mustang-sized appetite for ribeyes, pork chops, brats, hot dogs, soft drinks, and snacks! Most

September 3 AfterShock Youth Day Ice Cream Social and Games

  Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, will host its AfterShock Youth Day on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.Everyone is invited to this free event from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the parking lot. Enjoy an ice cream social, Bounce House, and outdoor games. Preschool-through 8th grade-students can

Sheriff’s Office Investigating Stolen 1400-Pound Steer

  On Thursday, August 28, 2025, Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office reports investigation of the theft of a 1400-pound, black steer, from a farm in rural Whiteside County, located between Morrison, and Fulton, IL.  The theft is believed to have occurred within the last couple of days. Deputies responded to the

The Black Box Theatre to Hold Solo Fringe Festival

  The Black Box Theatre is excited to announce the lineup for their 2025 first “Solo Fringe Festival,” showcasing seven, solo artists.  Three days of entertainment offers variety to the public.  This unique project is being funded in part by Quad City Arts.  Admission is “Pay What It’s Worth” at