The City of Morrison, IL, announces an overnight lane closure on W. Lincolnway, starting at midnight tonight, (early Wednesday, April 22,) 2026, at 12:00 a.m. West Lincolnway (U.S. Route 30) between Heaton Street and Grape Street will be reduced to one lane. The lane closure is for a water
The City of Morrison, IL, announces that its municipal water tower will be temporarily taken out of service beginning Friday, May 1, 2026, to allow for scheduled interior tank maintenance. This work is part of the City’s ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe, reliable, and high-quality water system, for
The Northwest Illinois Film Office is proud to announce the return of its signature event, the Sixth Annual Northwest Illinois Film Festival: “Shorts‑A‑Palooza 2026.” The event is Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Morrison Tech, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, Illinois 61270. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with screenings beginning at
State Representative Ryan Spain (R- 73rd District) delivered an impassioned speech before the Illinois House of Representatives on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, honoring the life of Whiteside County teen DJ Dorathy. Following was passage of legislation proposed by DJ’s family to improve safety for young drivers in Illinois. “We
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, April 13, 2026, with all members in attendance and a full house of visitors. In opening action, the Council acted as follows. Offered a “Special Use Permit” to Brian Jimenez for the property previously reserved for the
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced more than $25 million in Federal funding has been awarded through the U.S . Department of Health and Human Services, to support Head Start programs serving families across Northern and Central Illinois. This funding will help expand access to early childhood education, health services,
City of Morrison, IL, residents may now set out yard waste for pick-up, on the same day as their garbage is collected. Items may be bundled (i.e., sticks) or placed into garbage cans or brown paper waste bags.
The City of Morrison would like to inform residents, businesses, and other stakeholders that City Hall will be closed intermittently through July 2026, to accommodate staff training and the implementation of a new computer system. These closures are necessary as the City transitions to an upgraded computer platform. It
The Editor took these photos during a two-hour protest gathering in Savanna, IL, on Saturday, March 28, 2026. “Well over a 100 participated,” stated one of the organizers. “Global protests against Donald Trump took place on Saturday as millions of people vented fury, over what they see as his
On Friday, March 27, 2026, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement, slamming House Republicans’ refusal to fund TSA, FEMA, and the U. S. Coast Guard. “Today should have been payday for TSA agents who have gone over 40 days since their last paycheck. Instead, House Republicans refused
Congressman Sorensen, Senators Durbin and Duckworth Oppose Army’s Attempt to Move Jobs Away from Rock Island Arsenal On Friday, March 27, 2026, U. S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, combat Veteran and U. S. Senator Tammy Duckworth, and Illinois Congressman Eric Sorensen released the following statement. It is a response
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is helping to lead efforts to crack down on Members of Congress using their elected positions for personal gain. He joined Congresswoman Haley Stevens (MI-11), Congressman Derek Tran (CA-45), and Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) to introduce sweeping legislation that would • prevent self-dealing • make
On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) helped introduce the Energy Bills Relief Act. This legislation would ⇒ help lower families’ monthly utility bills ⇒ ensure that data centers are not passing energy costs to households ⇒ expand access to clean and affordable energy
Editors note: Prior to the meals, praying the Stations of the Cross devotion will take place at 4:00 p.m. Knights of Columbus members will host two more, community, Lenten Fish Fridays, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison, IL. The second date
The Whiteside County Highway Department has announced the removal of posted Spring Vehicle Weight Limits on County Highways, except Sand Road. It remains posted. The removal of postings went into effect on Friday, March 13, 2026. For questions concerning the postings on County Highways, please contact the Highway Department