" Editor’s note: Photo credit goes to DenGuy. On July 22, 1989, a Civil War reenactment of the Battle of Monacacy in Maryland took place. A formation of Union infantry moves forward to attack a Confederate position. This particular battle–which was technically a Union loss–delayed Confederate forces in their planned"
" The Episcopal Church of St. Anne, 401 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL, will celebrate the Feast of St. Anne, our patroness, on Sunday, July 26, 2026, with Mass at 9:00 a.m. St. Anne is the mother of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Jesus’ only grandmother. Mass will be followed"
" On Tuesday, July 21, 2026, Congressman Eric Sorensen celebrated the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s bipartisan approval, of his STOP GAMES Act. This legislation [is designed] to lower prescription drug costs, by preventing pharmaceutical companies from abusing the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) citizen petition process [and] delaying competition"
" On Sunday, July 26, 2026, American history aficionado Lonnie Rice will offer a free public program about Morrison, IL, soldiers during the Civil War. Hosted by Morrison Historical Society, this presentation will be in the City of Morrison Community Room, [Odell Public Library], 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. "
" An attractive, welcoming destination at 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, inspired visitors to attend Third Thursday coffee hours, at The Loft on Main, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, July 16, 2026. Kayla and Evan Sipes brought their children: left-to-right, Clark, Lexi, and Ivy. Staff member Sharon"
" Online entries are now being accepted for the 155th Annual Whiteside County Fair, which runs Tuesday, August 18, through Saturday, August 22, 2026. The Whiteside County Fair no longer publishes Premium Books. Pages are available online at www.whitesidecountyfair.org. Look for the “Entries/Premiums” at the top-right corner of the page,"
" This handcrafted, stone column stands in Grove Hill Cemetery, in Morrison, IL, on the edge of E. High Street. It and a companion Oak tree were dedicated by the [Morrison] Woman’s Relief Corps, No. 60, in 1929, “in loyal memory of Alpheus Clark Post No. 118, Grand Army of"
" Rock River Jazz Band is bringing the Big Band Era back, for a second live concert this month, on Saturday, July 25, 2026. This “Big Band Night” concert will take place from the bandshell beside Rock River, in Page Park, Dixon, IL. Music is from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m."
" Downtown Sterling, IL, will offer live music, local makers, family activities, great food, and community spirit, during the inaugural “Sterling Street Fest.” It takes place Saturday, July 25, 2026,from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. Admission is free. Some seating will be available; bring lawn chairs. Explore downtown businesses, support local"
" 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"
" Written by Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. A large crowd filled the City of Morrison Community Room, in Odell Public Library, to witness the City Council meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026. The Transportation Enhancement from the City to Morrison Sports Complex is being considered, with three options for the"
" 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"
" 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."