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 starts on Tuesday, August 17, and completes after five fun-filled days, on Saturday, August 21, 2021. The 150th annual fair, held at the
Whiteside County Fair Office in Morrison, IL, opened for business Monday, August 9, 2021, for the entire week prior to the 150th annual Whiteside County Fair, which kicks off Tuesday, August 17.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will request approval for the COVID-19 vaccine to become mandatory for all U. S. military service members by mid-September 2021, according to a memo he sent to all Defense Department employees. “I want you to know that I will seek the President’s approval to make the
Did you witness the passage through Morrison, IL, of the Union Pacific Railroad’s 800 Class, steam locomotive, “Big Boy?”
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted this feature and the top two photograph. Congratulations are extended to Morrison Chamber of Commerce, for organizing the return of a Farmers Market for the Morrison, IL area. The gathering of vendors on the walks of the Whiteside County Fairgrounds was the attraction that locals
On Friday, August 6, 2021, Whiteside County Health Department announced 13 new laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19: 8 (Under 20), 3 (30s), 2 (40s.) There were four recoveries. Total Positive cases in Whiteside County are 7398; (4.7%); Daily Case Count of 13; Total Fatalities 174; Daily Death Count 0. Total Positive
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this feature, The Whiteside County Fair located in Morrison, IL, is scheduled to open its gates on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, to celebrate its sesquicentennial (150th) edition. The venue is credited with creating many memories for all ages that enter the grounds. Initially opened in
Whiteside County Health Department reported on Thursday, August 5, 2021, that COVID-19 transmission in Whiteside County–and much of Region 1–is now considered “Substantial” or “High.” Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends all individuals mask indoors, regardless of vaccination status. Stop the spread by getting vaccinated, masking, social distancing, handwashing, and
It’s time to purchase fresh peaches and blueberries from Michigan. Both luscious fruits will be available two miles south of Morrison, IL, on Route 78, at the white house on the left (east) side of the road, just south of Tegler’s Amish Furniture, 13459 Crosby Road. Donna McCanse stated, “It
The Whiteside County Health Department Mobile Unit will be in Fulton, IL, on Friday, August 6, 2021, providing free, Pfizer vaccine to anyone age 12 and over. Vaccinations will be administered, while the quantity lasts, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The location is Drives Athletic Park, 1300 Park Drive, Fulton.
On Friday, July 3, 2021, Whiteside County Health Department announced three new laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19: 1 (50s), 1 (60s), 1 (70s.) There were three recoveries. Total Positive cases in Whiteside County are 7347; (1.8%); Daily Case Count of three; Total Fatalities 174; Daily Death Count 0. Total Positive cases
“On the Move with Parks and Rec” of Morrison, IL, has been selected for a chance to win a 2021 “PetSafe® Bark for Your Park™ Grant.” Winners will be chosen by the amount of enthusiastic, community email voting, submitted once a day. The voting period runs Tuesday, August 3, through
After months of research and attempted repairs, thecity1.com‘s new, WordPress content management system went live at five, the evening of Thursday, July 29, 2021. The Editor and Rob Fulton (Morrison Computer Repair, LLC) have begun to set things in place. On Friday, July 30, four Opinions/Editorials and six political cartoons
A Morrison, IL, committee, called the “Department of Fun,” recognizes our Main Street is shaping up beautifully. Volunteer members are Amanda Cook, Carrie Melton, LeAnn Schaefer, Nick Volkmann, and Dr. Bradley Yaklich. Their plans are set to showcase the opening of the new 200 block of W. Main Street–from Orange-to-Base
Children’s Art Preservation Association (CAPA) continues to host Saturday art events each month. Because Main Street is under reconstruction, CAPA created multiple, smaller events throughout Summer 2021. The theme is “Diggin’ Art.” Events will be at five parks in Morrison, IL. Please note the park for your event.