Morning
Morristown
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Feb. 13, state troopers and public safety telecommunicators joined volunteers for Night to Shine, a prom-style event for people with special needs hosted by the Tim Tebow Foundation and local churches in Morris and Mercer counties; guests enjoyed a red-carpet arrival and a warm community celebration. WRNJ Radio
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Churches across North Jersey will offer drive-thru Ashes-to-Go services on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18 — letting car passengers receive ashes without leaving their vehicles. Services at sites like Morristown bus and rail station aim to simplify busy mornings. Daily Record
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics show that inflation in North Jersey rose 2.9% year over year in January, the slowest pace in over two years (since Dec. 2023). Economists say lower fuel prices may help keep overall cost increases slower going forward. Daily Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson Township schools face a $4.8 million gap and may cut sports and arts programs today if state Highlands Impact Aid does not arrive—local leaders, including Mayor Eric Wilsusen, urge residents to pressure state officials during the Board of Education meeting. The district’s enrollment decline has worsened funding challenges. Daily Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities ordered four major utilities to explain delays in connecting solar, community and battery projects as new data centers raise power use; utilities must reply by March 5 to lower bills and modernize the grid. Daily Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Morris/Sussex Athlete of the Week poll is open until 5 p.m. Thursday, inviting residents to vote for high school athletes in sports like basketball and swimming (nominations include notable career milestones) and celebrate local talent. Daily Record
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart to give yourself to it.
~ Ryan Holiday
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