The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office and Mounted Patrol host the annual Youth Fishing Derby on Saturday, September 7, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The law enforcement agencies have sponsored the derby for more than 40 years. This popular, free fishing contest is open to all youth aged 15 and
Tuesday, September 17, 2013, begins the National celebration of Constitution Week. The weeklong commemoration of America’s most important document is one of our Country’s least known official observances. Our Constitution stands as a testament to the tenacity of Americans throughout history to maintain their liberties and freedom, and to ensure
The morning of Friday, September 6, 2013, was nothing short of perfection, as ground–or rather, gravel–was broken on the much-anticipated Morrison-Rockwood Recreational Trail along Crosby Road, Morrison, IL. Soon this sign will be obsolete. Heavy deconstruction of timber and grading continued a short distance west along the road. Law Excavation
It is not too late to enter the Morrison Rotary Harvest Hammer, the 26th annual 5K Run and 21-Mile Bike Duathlon, held on Saturday, September 21, 2013. Start and finish lines are in front of Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. However, there is no parking on Genesee.
Odell Public Library’s Friends of the Library is thrilled to offer a bus trip to Chicago, IL, on Saturday, October 26, 2013. The day-long tour highlights some of Chicago’s hottest tourist attractions, along with a few hidden gems! It will led by former MJHS art instructor Ned J. Nesti, Jr.
Odell Public Library’s Friends of the Library is thrilled to offer a bus trip to Chicago, IL, on Saturday, October 26, 2013. The day-long tour highlights some of Chicago’s hottest tourist attractions, along with a few hidden gems! It will led by former MJHS art instructor Ned J. Nesti, Jr.
Odell Public Library’s Friends of the Library is thrilled to offer a bus trip to Chicago, IL, on Saturday, October 26, 2013. The day-long tour highlights some of Chicago’s hottest tourist attractions, along with a few hidden gems! It will led by former MJHS art instructor Ned J. Nesti, Jr.
Church Women United will hold its third and final bake sale of the year on Friday, September 13, 2013. It will again be held at Between Friendz, located at 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. Monies collected from this delicious sale will help to defray
Usually a couple celebrates a first anniversary privately–but not Brent and Liz Fischbach, owners of Baked by Liz, at 119 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. They have invited the entire town to celebrate their business anniversary, with a block party on Saturday, August 31, 2013! From 11:00 a.m. to 4:00
The Illinois Corn Maze at Blue Goose Run, 14609 Blue Goose Road, Sterling, IL, will open Thursday, September 5, 2013. This year’s theme is “Mystery Maze IV.” This is the largest corn maze in Northwestern Illinois, where the public is invited to “Come out and lose someone!” The cost is
The Illinois Corn Maze at Blue Goose Run, 14609 Blue Goose Road, Sterling, IL, opens Thursday, September 5, 2013. This year’s theme is “Mystery Maze IV.” This is the largest corn maze in Northwestern Illinois, where the public is invited to “Come out and lose someone!” What does a corn
By taking care of those “Honey Do Lists” as if they were his own home, Gary Milnes of Deerview Construction & Development was recognized by the Morrison Chamber of Commerce with the “Because Nice Matters” Customer Service Award for the month of August 2013. He was nominated for his great
Editor’s note: The following article was written by Jerry Lindsey. If Paint The Town festivities are designed to entertain all ages, and that is exactly what the day has done for over 18 years, then all ages should be able to find their food of preference while spending the day
The Sawmill Museum, 2231 Grant Street, Clinton, IA, offers the last of its August summer classes for children: “Make Your Own Watercolor Painting.” On Saturday, August 31, 2013, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., you get to make your own masterpiece! The admission fee–$4 for adults and $3 for children–covers materials
Lyndon Area Historical Society, 405 4th Street West, Lyndon, IL, hosts the 3rd Annual “Come Home Again Reunion” on Sunday, September 22, 2013. The Museum will be open from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Enjoy the exhibit of Lyndon United Methodist Church artifacts. Music performances will be given by Dmitry Feofanov,