The fourth child to receive a free bicycle during the 2019 Whiteside County Fair was third grader Ella Kelly, 8, of Morrison, IL. She has a bike, but it has “bad tires.” She rides around the block of her neighborhood and may ride to Southside School “eventually,” stated her mother. Ella
Editor’s note: On Thursday, August 22, 2019, the U. S. Army will replicate a 1919 transcontinental convoy along the Lincoln Highway. It likely will pass through Morrison, IL, between noon and 1:00 p.m. en route to Clinton, IA. The Military Vehicle Preservation Association (MVPA) will traverse the same route, from
Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office and Rock Falls Fire Department have teamed up to help boaters in Whiteside County. The agencies will re-place channel markers on the Rock River. Pictured are Sheriff John F. Booker, left, and Deputy Chief Cris Bouwens, of Rock Falls Fire Department, standing in front of new,
Calling parents of all children in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Please join us in the Program Room at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Wednesday, September 4, 2019. Between 6:00 and 7:00 p.m., parents will receive information and may register their daughter(s) for Morrison Girls
Calling parents of all children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Please join us at the City of Morrison Community Room at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, August 27, 2019. Between 6:00 and 7:30 p.m., parents will receive information and may register their child
The third youngster to win a bicycle was second grader Jewel Nelson, 7, from Carthage, IL. She is home schooled. Jewel has a working bicycle and helps with paper routes of her older siblings. However her bikes have always been hand-me-downs. “I have never had a new bike,” she said
SATURDAY DEMO DERBY A record entry of more than 108 cars entered the Demolition Derby on Saturday, August 17, 2019, topping last year’s entry of 103, during the 149th Annual Whiteside County Fair. It was a mixed blessing. The popular event was to begin at 6:30 p.m., but it did
The Editor discovered a young man juggling in an open spot behind the pony ride; that led to an impromptu interview. Seventh grader Roman Liebel, 13, lives in Davenport, FL. “At about age nine,” Liebel taught himself “to juggle rings, clubs, balls, anything, [even] tennis rackets!” He performs in circuses
Since 1989, the Fair Board has sought to honor those who have made an extra effort to support and make the annual Fair as much fun as possible, for all those who participate and attend the many shows and events. This year the Whiteside County Fair has selected Jill Miller
On Friday, August 9, 2019, Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community, 403 Scenic Street, Morrison, IL, hosted a festive 5th anniversary party, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. The planners reserved a delightful summer evening for residents, family and friends, and the public to gather in celebration. The courtyard was filled with
The public is invited to attend a Meet the Artist reception for Charles Yost at The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. This social gathering is offered from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, September 14, 2019. A Morrison High School graduate, Yost now lives in Chicago, IL. His visit
The first child to win a free bicycle during the 2019 Whiteside County Fair was Hailey Kenseth, 10, a fifth grader in Morrison, IL. Hers was the fourth name to be drawn, as three other children did not make a claim at the Secretary’s Office. Hailey’s parents are Amber Woods
Bart and Ellen Smith, owners and operators of DQ Grill & Chill, 200 N. Sawyer Road, Morrison, IL, celebrated two decades of their business enterprise, on Sunday, July 1, 2018. At a meeting on Saturday, August 4, they gathered with their staff after an extensive remodel in July. Ellen remarked,
The Whiteside County Fair has an amazing line up of daily events at this year’s fair and it is sure to please all who attend! The Fair opens on Tuesday, August 13, 2019, and completes after five fun-filled days on Saturday, August 17. The 149th annual fair, held at the
Attention vehicle show enthusiasts. The Seventh Annual Emmanuel Reformed Church Car Show is scheduled for Saturday, August 24, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., rain or shine. The new location is downtown Main Street, Morrison, IL. The ERC Men’s Ministry Car Show Committee will award 30 plaques to owners