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

Rotary Recognizes Students of the Month Lee and Anderson

  Rotarian Mick Welding submitted the press release honoring two Morrison High School students.  Pictured left-to-right are Morrison High School Principal, Dr. Dusti Markham, Ethan Lee, Brady Anderson, and Morrison Rotary President Ellen Smith. The Morrison Rotary Club was pleased to recognize our March 2026 Morrison High School Students of

Habben Silent Art Auction to Fund Ebenezer Organ

  Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL, will host a Silent Art Auction, showcasing paintings by local artist Duane “Barney” Habben. All profits will go into the “Church Organ Fund.” The Opening Show is Saturday, March 21, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.  View the collection and place

Last Winter Day, Third Thursday, at The Loft on Main

  The spring, vernal equinox arrives at 9:46 a.m., on Friday, March 20, 2026.  There will be a nearly equal amount of daylight and darkness, at all latitudes of our planet.  The Northern Lights will become visible soon. Celebrate the last day of winter on March 19, during Third Thursday

March 20 Knights of Columbus Fish Fry #2

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

Albany Potato Bar Event Moved to March 20

  Due to winter storm conditions, Albany United Methodist Church has amended the date of their Community Baked Potato Bar, to Friday, March 20, 2026.  Other details below remain as posted in the original press release.