August 7 Riven Quartet at Spring Valley

Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes Riven Quartet to the outdoor stage, on Sunday, August 7, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. Come join us for an evening of music and worship. In case of rain or extreme heat, concerts will be moved indoors. A free-will offering

Laurie Adolph (1953 – 2022)

Laurie Adolph, 68, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, July 31, 2022, at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, IL. Laurie was born October 8, 1953, in Morrison, to Ralph H. and Ruth C. (Smith) Adolph. She was educated in the Morrison Grade Schools and graduated from Morrison High School

Zachary Tyler McDivitt (1986 – 2022)

Zachary Tyler McDivitt, 35, died Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at Mercy North Medical Center in Clinton, IA. Zachary was born on July 29, 1986, in Morrison, IL, the son of Ron A. McDivitt and Christine L. (Stage) Bramm. He enjoyed going for walks and talking to people. He had a

Gene C. Biermann (1931 – 2022)

Gene C. Biermann, 91, of Clinton, IA, died Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at The Alverno in Clinton. Gene was born May 26, 1931, in Clinton, to Walter K. and Elfrieda (Martensen) Biermann. He was educated in the Clinton grade schools and was a 1949 graduate of Clinton High School. He

Shirley Tegeler (1947 – 2022)

Shirley B. Tegeler, 75, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, July 18, 2022, at her home. Shirley was born February 3, 1947, in Geneseo, IL to Virgil W. and Ruth F. (Blackert) Newlon. She attended Hooppole, IL, grade schools and was a 1965 graduate of Annawan, IL, High School. She attended

Third Thursday is July 21, 2022

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, Morrison, IL, between 8:00 and 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, July 21, 2022. All are welcome

Michael Lee Bell (1962 – 2022)

Michael was born June 8, 1962, in Sterling, IL, the son of Billie Lee Bell and Robyn (Ivins) Chapman. Michael graduated from Rock Falls High School. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed camping and watching the Green Bay Packers. Survivors include his significant other, Christine Proud of Morrison; sons

July 17 Program to Support A Second Female Honor Flight

On Sunday, July 17, 2022, Morrison Historical Society Board of Trustees will host Bailey Callahan, of Moline, IL, to discuss an Honor Flight initiative for female veterans. All past and current female military personnel are encouraged to attend this presentation. Any Honor Flight participants are cordially invited to share their

Fulton Athletic Hall of Fame September 17

Mark you calendar, Fulton, IL, sports fans and parents. Fulton High School will hold its Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony, for the class of 2022, the evening of Saturday, September 17, 2022. It will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the school’s West Gym. Inductees include: 1991State Champion Football team

July Hydrant Flushing Dates

Public Services Director Lori Matlack writes, “The City of Morrison will be doing hydrant flushing during the day, between the dates of Monday, July 18, and Friday, July 29, 2022. “The north side of town will be the first week, starting July 18, and the south side will be starting

Mark Melvin Lehto (1955 – 2022)

Mark Melvin Lehto passed away in Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, after a courageous nine-month battle with cancer. He was 66. Mark was born November 3, 1955, in Manhattan, NY, to Eino “Mel” and Sonja Lehto. After living in New York and New Jersey with his younger sister

The Office is Closed

Thecity1.com office will close from Monday afternoon, July 11, through Saturday, July 16, 2022. Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey will be available for press releases or events. Contact him at 815-441-4603.

Entries Being Accepted for Fair

Online entries are now being accepted for the 151st Annual Whiteside County Fair, which runs Tuesday, August 16, through Saturday, August 20, 2022. The Whiteside County Fair no longer publishes Premium Books, but the pages are available online at www.whitesidecountyfair.org. Look for the “Entries/Premiums” at the top, right corner of

Endorsements for John Booker

I am honored to be Whiteside County’s Democratic Nominee for the Office of Whiteside County Sheriff. I want to extend my heartfelt thank you to the voters who supported me in this Primary race. I am grateful to receive the nomination of the Democratic Party, along with the support of

GloryWay Performs July 17 at Spring Valley

Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes GloryWay Quartet, to the outdoor stage on Sunday, July 17, 2022, at 6:00 p.m Please join us in the valley for an evening of music and ministry. The concert will be moved indoors if there is a threat of