Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is proud to announce the City of Kewanee, IL, has received $166,666, through FEMA’s Fire Prevention and Safety grant program. The funding will support Fire Prevention and Safety Initiatives, helping reduce fire-related risks and improve community awareness and preparedness. “Fire prevention saves lives before emergencies
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, January 12, 2026, without Aldermen Bruckner, Tichler and Buckwalter In attendance. Much discussion followed the subject of replacing the Waste Water Treatment Plant blowers, at a cost of $226,672.74. Shane Osborn, Superintendent of Utilities, explained the need to emphasize that the
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement, on Thursday, January 8, 2026, after voting in favor of Legislation to help millions of Americans afford their health insurance. “Too many families are forced to bankrupt themselves to afford basic health care to keep themselves healthy,” said Congressman Sorensen. “For
The Whiteside County Clerk has scheduled a free training session for tonight, Wednesday, January 7, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The venue is Morrison High School auditorium, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL, 61270. “Good, qualified Judges are in constant need, to maintain the integrity of the election.” Contact Whiteside
As a new year approaches, the City of Morrison, IL, Department of Fun committee urges the public to reserve two Saturday, Sesquicentennial dates. Both will benefit the Morrison Fire Departments’ 150th Anniversary: January 10 and June 6, 2026. The January Trivia Night will benefit the Firemen’s Celebration on June 6.
Morrison Department of Fun recently donated to Pink Heals of Sauk Valley. The donation comes from the Boobie Bus Fundraiser that took place in October 2025. “We love this organization and all that they do for our area,” said Carrie Melton of the Department of Fun. “So we are
White House Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought announced that the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Colorado will be broken up. Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement criticizing the Trump Administration’s announcement to dismantle the largest Federal Climate Research Center in the Country. “The
Editor’s note: The Editor photographed tribute wreaths at Morrison, IL, Grove Hills Cemetery, on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. They are on display left-to-right, representing these United States Military branches of service: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Air Force, and Space Force. A separate wreath stands in memory of
Sledding down the Waterworks Park hill is allowed now, at Morrison Winter Park. Begin at 503 W. Winfield Street outside the skating rink–which is not open to the public yet. Bring your own sled, snowboard, or disc. Or borrow one from the “sled library” behind the rink fencing. Persons
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, November 24, 2025, with all representatives present. They were greeted with an introductory presentation by members of the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT.) Details of the preliminary engineering and environmental study for the improvement of U. S.
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) has joined legislation to protect older Americans from financial scams, which often spike during the busy, holiday season. The “Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees from Deception (GUARD) Act” is a bipartisan bill endorsed by AARP. The Legislation gives State and Local Law Enforcement new tools, to
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) will visit UnityPoint’s expanded Trinity Cancer Center, Monday, November 24, 2025, to speak with local medical leaders. He will learn how recent upgrades are improving cancer care for families in the Quad Cities region. The tour will also focus on local health care challenges, such
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. The Morrison Area Development Corporation (MADC) held their Annual Meeting at Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, November 6, 2025. MADC President Bob Smith opened the evening and introduced the first presenter, City Administrator Brian Melton. Melton offered an
The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is refusing to use available Federal funding, to cover SNAP Benefits in November 2025, during the Government shutdown. The program serves 42 million people across the Country, including 16 million children; 8 million Seniors; 4 million people with disabilities; 1.2 million veterans.
The Illinois State Historical Records Advisory Board (ISHRAB), overseen by Illinois Secretary of State and State Archivist Alexi Giannoulias, has awarded grants to enable 11 historical records repositories across the State. Funds will be used to digitize, preserve, and expand access to archival materials that document Illinois’ cultural heritage. The