Commemorative, brick pavers add to the appeal of Morrison Bark Park’s entrance. The venue is open as of Friday, August 26, 2022. Click here to see the fencing project. In July, On the Move With Parks and Recreation purchased bricks from River City Stone, Moline, IL, and had them delivered
Jesse Sanchez and his Boxer-Lab mix dog, Rocky, were invited by the Editor into the big dog run, on Friday morning, August 26, 2022. Sanchez claimed Rocky was tired from their long walk and doubted he would run. Not so. He galloped toward the Editor when called! Rocky is the
Three area United Methodist Churches will host a combined Celebration Service and Potluck meal, on Sunday, August 28, 2022. Members of the public also are cordially invited to the 10:00 a.m. service. Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, is the host church. Please note, the original outdoor
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted earlier event photos. After a three-year hiatus, Paint the Town, Morrison, IL’s family festival for the visual arts, will return on Saturday, September 17, 2022. In 2019, Paint the Town’s 25th anniversary, the event experienced its first rain-out. The event was cancelled in 2020 and
Editor’s note: This letter was submitted Wednesday, August 17, 2022. The photo is from thecity1.com files. Family and Friends, My email was incorrect in a previous message. It should be epannier@mediacombb.net. (Some of you have the corrected email.) Quick update: I am back at my home, with assistance from my
Editor’s note: Jerry Lindsey supplied the photograph. Since 1989, the Whiteside County Fair Board has honored those who make an extra effort to support the annual Fair. They make the Fair as much fun as possible, for those who participate and attend the many shows and events. The Whiteside County
Claudia Garcia, of Dixon, IL, will be the featured speaker at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, on Sunday afternoon, August 21, 2022. Hosted by Morrison Historical Society Board of Trustees, Garcia will describe her essential position as Director of 9-1-1 services in Whiteside County and her future
Below are Whiteside County Fair interviews of Tuesday, August 16, 2022. All towns are in Illinois unless noted. Hannah Vander Molen of Morrison was the first youngster to win a blue, Trek Precaliber, trail bicycle. Her name was drawn and announced over the speaker system; within seconds, she and her
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, WI, conferred degrees to 1100 graduates for the spring 2022 semester. Kaleb Banks of Morrison, IL, earned a Bachelor of Science degree, with a major in Wildlife Ecology and Management, graduating Cum Laude. Graduation with honors grade point averages vary. Cum laude grade point average
Todd Mickley submitted this report. “The Whiteside County Fair opens today, Tuesday, August 16, 2022, and completes after five amazing days on Saturday, August 20. The 151st annual fair, held at the fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield Street, in Morrison, IL, has exciting attractions and something for everyone.” Tuesday, August 16,
Once a month, The Loft on Main opens its doors early for two hours, to those who enjoy home baked goods, beverages, and communal conversation. Stop in at the gallery on 112 E. Main Street between 8:00 and 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, August 18, 2022. This time is perfect for
Editor’s note: Photographs of the first 13 sculptures by Charles Yost can be found at the Morrison Tech Facebook page. Several smaller pieces are for sale at The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Visitors on the Morrison Tech Campus, 701 Portland Avenue, off IL Route 78,
Did you or your child(ren) paint a fish print, the afternoon of Saturday, July 30, 2022, during the Chamber of Commerce Shuckfest event, on Main Street, Morrison, IL? Sponsored by The Loft on Main, there are 26, dried fishes waiting to be retrieved. Visit The Loft on Main, 112 E.
Twenty-eight pieces of art created for, and displayed at, the Tiny Art Show held at Odell Public Library earlier this year, have been donated to The Loft on Main. These pieces will be available to the public in a Luck of the Draw fundraiser. Tiny Art pieces will be on
Chair Karla Burn writes, “On the Move with Parks and Recreation in Morrison, IL, is finalizing its Bark Park fundraising. In the very near future, the Committee will start to fund raise for children’s park equipment in Morrison. “Please consider supporting these ‘quality of life’ amenities, by joining us at