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
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,
During stops in Rock Island, and Whiteside County, IL, Wednesday, July 24, 2019, Democrat Joan Padilla announced her campaign to win the 71st District House seat in 2020. The Whiteside County Democrat, who ran an aggressive campaign in 2018, said she will focus on new policies to grow the 71st
Jan Stuart recently wrote the Editor, “So many acts of kindness go unnoticed. It was a pleasant surprise to see a rock painted with a message, while [Roger and I] were weeding the flower bed by the Kelly Park sign. I believe Larry Farthing was the person who painted the
CGH Medical Center is pleased to present the Summer 2019 exhibition of the healing art gallery, “Spirit of the HeART,” featuring artwork from nearly 50 local artists from The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Art pieces are located in the north hallway between the hospital, 100
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
A Welcome Celebration will be held on Sunday, August 4, 2019, at Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, beginning at 3:30 p.m. This is an opportunity for the Morrison community to meet Pastor Noah Panlilio as the new clergy. The service will feature a brief address
Illinois State Representative Tony McCombie announced the winners of the 2019 Spring Photo Contest. “Congratulations to Karen Miles and Scott Wolfe on your winning photos. I love the 71st District and truly believe we have the most beautiful landscape and wonderful people,” said Rep. McCombie. “I enjoyed looking through all
State Representative Tony McCombie has been chosen as one of 41 emerging leaders from throughout Illinois, to the 2019 Class of Edgar Fellows. Known for its prestigious reputation for stimulating cooperation across regional, political and ethnic lines, the Edgar Fellows program is a highly selective leadership seminar. It accepts only
One graduating Senior from Morrison High School received the High School IMPACT Award, from Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center. MVR Blood Center established the High School IMPACT Award to honor students who have made a significant impact on the local blood supply, during their high school career. Mackenzie Ryder received
From the 500 block of E. Lincolnway to the west 600 block, U. S. Route 30 was confined to one-way traffic in alternating lanes, on Friday, July 12, 2019. The slow-down lasted approximately three hours, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00. “Two Licensed Flaggers,” reported City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen, assisted with