Timber Lake Playhouse Spring Special Events

  Before launching into its 65th Anniversary Season this summer, Timber Lake Playhouse will welcome audiences back to the Theatre in the Woods this spring, with three special, one-night events–featuring music, comedy, and magic.  Tickets for all spring events and the 2026 season are available now.  For more information or

March 19 ARC Morrison Community Blood Drive Report

  Kaywyn J. Beswick, R.N./ARC Morrison Blood Program Leader, submitted the photo of Power Cell donors.  The Editor submitted a photo after her 81st donated pint (ten+ gallons.) The second 2026 American Red Cross Morrison Community Blood Drive was held on Thursday, March 19, at Morrison United Methodist Church.  Many

Teens: Are You Looking for a Career in Food Service?

  High school students, are you looking for a career in food service?  Do you want to earn higher wages?  Youths aged 14-to-18 should register for the upcoming 4-H ServSafe Manager Certification Course, sponsored by University of Illinois Extension.  Sessions will be held Tuesday and Wednesday, April 14 and 15,

Easter Bunny Arrives at Kiwanis Park

  Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and photographed the Easter Bunny.  Key Club Advisor Brian Bartoz submitted the other pictures.  Click the link to read Bartoz’s feature about Key Club highschoolers and adults who packed 1400 plastic eggs. Anxious youngsters started arriving at Morrison, IL, Kiwanis Park, in

Key Clubbers and Volunteers Filled 1400 Easter Eggs!

  Morrison High School Key Club Advisor Brian Bartoz submitted these photos of the packing preparation, on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, before the Annual Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt of Saturday, March 28.  Click the link to a report on the event. Key Club member Cierra Weets (left) and Morrison Kiwanis

Aurora University Students Named to Fall 2025 Dean’s List

  Aurora University has named the following five area students to the Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester.  The Dean’s List recognizes full-time undergraduate students who have earned a 3.6 grade-point average or higher. Illinois students are listed by hometown and academic major. Morrison:  Kayleen Mecum, Social Work Prophetstown: 

Sorensen Fights for Cost Transparency for Illinois Farmers

  On Thursday, March 26, 2026, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) joined a bipartisan group of Lawmakers to introduce the Fertilizer Transparency Act.  [It would] help provide Illinois farmers with more certainty and better information about fertilizer prices.  This legislation would require the U. S. Department of Agriculture to create a

McDonald’s Donates $500 to School Theater Department

  On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, student volunteers worked at  McDonald’s, 604 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.  They delivered food to customers and cleaned tables. McDonald’s hosted a “Good Neighbor Night” opportunity, to support the School District Theater Department.  A donation of $500 was made. The

CGH Career Fair:  Explore Your Future in Healthcare March 31

  Are you looking for a rewarding career, where your work truly makes a difference?  Join us at the upcoming “CGH Career Fair,” on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.  It will be held at the Post House Ballroom, 100 W. Second Street, Dixon, IL.   Come discover

MHS Theater Fundraiser at McDonald’s March 25

  Support School District #6 performing arts in Morrison, IL, with your food purchase, during the McDonald’s “Good Neighbor Night” fundraiser, on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. A portion of dine-in and drive-through purchases made at McDonald’s, 604 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. will benefit Morrison High

NO KINGS! Protest March 28, Noon to 3:00

  On Tuesday, February 18, 2026, the Carroll County Democrats, by a unanimous vote, decided to sponsor a “No Kings” protest demonstration, to be held on Saturday, March 28, from noon to 3:00 p.m.  They and other interested citizens will assemble next to the Dental Office, at 401 Main Street,

2026 Morrison Easter Egg Hunts

  The following service organization and residential care facilities in Morrison, IL, invite families to attend 2026 Easter Egg Hunts.  Bring a container for each child and a means to photograph the fun. SATURDAY, MARCH 28 Kiwanis Club/MHS Key Club will hold their Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Kiwanis Park,

March 27 Knights of Columbus Fish Fry #3

Editors note:  Prior to the meal, praying the Stations of the Cross devotion will take place at 4:00 p.m. Knights of Columbus members will host their final, community, Lenten Fish Fry, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL.  The date is

May 1-3 “Hadestown” Productions at Morrison High School

  Editor’s note:  I attended a performance of “Hadestown” while vacationing in New York City, NY, last December.  It was a wondrous, high-energy, rhythmic, series of Greek mythology musical moments!  I was reminded of the MHS production of “Grease” and MMTA’s “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.”  I urge drama/music

It’s Your Jr. Lakers Time to Shine! at Timber Lake

  Parents, sign up your Rising Star now to be a part of our Jr. Lakers production of “LEGALLY BLONDE JR.!” at Timber Lake Playhouse.  Ages eight years through High School are encouraged to enroll in the musical cast. AUDITION NOTICE Want to be considered for a Principal role?  Submit