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
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
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
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
On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, Loras College in Dubuque, IA, announced the names of students who earned a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in 2025. Laney Edgeton of Morrison, IL, earned a Bachelor of Art Degree.
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.
Three Morrison, IL, students earned placement on the Northern Illinois University Dean’s List, for Spring 2025. They are David Meyer, ENVSBS: Biodivrsty & Env Restr, Morrison Community High School Cadie Unger, Anthropology – B.S., Morrison Community High School Nicholas Wagenecht, Sport Management – B.S., Morrison Community High School. To
Nearly 4600 graduates received degrees from Iowa State University, Ames, IA, this spring. Graduate and undergraduate Commencement ceremonies were held May 15-17, 2025. Following are Morrison, IL, graduates. Anna Estella Mickley, Bachelor of Science, Finance, Magna Cum Laude. Amber Rae Vegter, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medicine.
As global dynamics shift and National priorities realign, a historic investment from Germany has created a once-in-a-generation opportunity, for economic expansion and cross-border collaboration. With the German Government committing over $500 billion in defense and infrastructure modernization, the ripple effects are poised to reach across the Atlantic. Northwest Illinois
Ebenezer Reformed Church will hold its summer Water Fun Day on Wednesday, June 25, 2025; adults and children are invited. There will be lots of fun from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., in the parking lot at Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL. Enjoy water-themed games and
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton IL, welcomes The Kramers to their outdoor stage on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Join us for an evening of praise and worship. A free-will offering will be received. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be
Resthave Care & Rehabilitation Marketing Director Karla Burn submitted the press release and photographs. Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, hosted a Car Show and lunch on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in celebration of Father’s Day. This year’s event featured 18 Classic and Custom vehicles on
In June 2025, Morrison Chamber of Commerce shone the Business Spotlight on Morrison Community Day Care Center. Founded in 1972 by a group of dedicated women from First Presbyterian Church, Morrison Community Day Care Center (MCDCC) was created to address a growing need among working families in the community.
Two “next door” Illinois Cities have free Municipal Bands that play weekly, during summer evenings. Sterling Municipal Band performs today, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, with a 6:15 p.m. pre-concert in Grandon Civic Center. The bandshell is located downtown, across from the Post Office. Concessions will be offered by Boy
Get ready, young artists! The 2025 Coloring Contest is here, and it is open to all kids up to ten years old. Whether you are age 5 or under, between 6 and 8, or 9 to 10, there is a special prize waiting just for you. Each age group