The Morrison Community High School Class of 1966 will hold their 60th Class Reunion, on the weekend of Friday, October 2, and Saturday, October 3, 2026. ∗ A “Meet and Greet” will be held Friday evening, October 2, downtown at Double G Saloon, 113 W. Main Street, beginning
The Loft on Main will celebrate Third Thursday from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The location is 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Drop in for no-cost, home-baked deliciousness and beverages; friendly conversation; opportunites to admire artist-made items. Art costs begin at $5–many beautiful and/or
Quincy University released its Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester. Honorees must earn a semester grade point average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) to be included in the biannual Dean’s List. Zyan Westbrook, Rock Falls, IL, was one of 402 students who received the honor
In June 2026 Morrison Community Unit School District #6 officially launched a comprehensive facility improvement project, in partnership with Veregy, a leading energy solutions provider. Infrastructure upgrades were scheduled to begin in June and reach completion in August, modernizing critical building systems across campuses. Crucially for families and staff,
Fitzgerald Pharmacy will transition to its new location at 100 W. Lincolnway (former Wells Fargo Bank), Morrison, IL, on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. The location at 124 E. Main Street–below–will close early that day at 3:00 p.m. Opening Day is Thursday, July 23, at noon.
Editor’s note: Journalist Ellen Wexler is a staff writer and Special Projects Editor, digital, for “Smithsonian” magazine. She covers history, archaeology, arts and culture, literature, and film. She published this fascinating report Friday, July 10, 2026. DNA cracked the code to reveal a nearly 250-year-old cold case. John Pumphrey
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton IL, welcomes Anticipation Ministries to their outdoor stage on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Come and join us for an evening of praise and worship. A free-will offering will be received. In case of inclement weather, the concert
Seth Wenig, Photographer for Allied Press, captured this photo of New York City, NY, on Saturday, July 4, 2026, as the sky was doubly illuminated. He took the snapshot across the Hudson River, from Bayonne, NJ.
On Sunday, July 26, 2026, Morrison Historical Society will host speaker Lonnie Rice at the City of Morrison Community Room, in Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. He will illustrate involvement of Morrison soldiers during the Civil War. There will be historical items on display. Doors
Editor’s note: Big boy No. 4014 stopped in Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, July 30, 2019. Local resident and Union Pacific Railroad Pilot-to-the-Engineer Patrick Moore was able to wave to his wife, Sharon, for a few minutes. It was remarkable to see this impressive piece of railroad history up close!
Gwen Gardner, 75, of Prophetstown, IL, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, in Morrison, IL. She had been a resident there since January of 2025. Her brother, Garth, of Moosehead Lake, ME, was at her side. Gwen was born on April 22, 1950,
The Rock River Jazz Band is bringing the Big Band Era back, for two live and free concerts, this month. Both are from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, July 11: “Big Band Night” Concert in the RB&W Park, Rock Falls, IL. Saturday, July 25: “Big Band Night” Concert in Page
Loras College in Dubuque, IA, announced the names of students who earned a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in 2026. Matthew Marcum of Rock Falls, IL, completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Research and Politics. He is a graduate of Rock Falls High School.
The City of Morrison informs residents, businesses, and other stakeholders that City Hall will be closed, to accommodate staff training and the implementation of a new computer system, as follows. These updated closures are necessary, as the City completes the system conversion that will improve efficiency, enhance service delivery,
Press release from City Administrator Brian Melton. Businesses, organizations, and entities may be impacted by proposed improvements to U. S. Route 30 through Morrison, IL. This meeting is not necessarily a meeting for the general public, but a meeting to share information and obtain any feedback from identified business