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
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.
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
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
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.
More than 11,200 Iowa State University students, in Ames, IA, have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement, by being named to the 2026 spring semester Dean’s List. Students named to the Dean’s List must earn a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale, while carrying
On Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the University of Wyoming listed the following students from Illinois, on the 2026 spring semester Provost’s Honor Roll. The Provost’s Honor Roll consists of undergraduates who have completed at least six but fewer than 12 hours with a minimum 3.5 grade-point average for the
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes Adams Voice to their outdoor stage, on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Join us for an evening of praise and worship. We will serve Sunday Night Sundaes after the concert! A free-will offering will be taken.
Clarke University in Dubuque, IA, extends a warm congratulations to the following Class of 2026 May graduates: • Sydney Norman, Fulton, IL, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy. • Hailey Walters, Sterling, IL, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Cum Laude. Founded in 1843 by the Sisters of Charity of the
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh officials have released the names of students who qualified for the Dean’s List and University Honor Roll in spring 2026. The term grade-point average (GPA) requirement for University Honor Roll is 3.3. The term GPA requirement for Dean’s List is 3.75 out of a possible 4.0. To
The following area student has been named to the Dean’s List at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse for the spring semester of the 2025-26 academic year, ending in May. Qualification for the Dean’s List is limited to students who have attained outstanding academic achievement. To be eligible, students must
Nearly 4900 graduates received degrees from Iowa State University, in Ames, IA, this spring. Graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies were held May 14-through-16, 2026. Following are Whiteside County graduates. Prophetstown, IL: Rachel M. Shoemaker, Professional Master of Business Administration, Business Administration, P.M.B.A. (Professional) (Distance.) Sterling, IL: • Koda Lee