Whiteside County Fair in Morrison, IL, was named one of 15 finalists for a Fairground Facelift grant sponsored by Grinnell Mutual.
Beginning at noon (CT) on Thursday, September 7, 2017, the public can visit the company’s Facebook page to vote for project finalists at www.facebook.com/myGrinnellMutual/ or go to grinnellmutual.com/promotions/fairground-facelift-promotion. Click the “Vote” button on the Whiteside County Fairground project photo.
Facebook users may vote once per day. Voting will close Wednesday, September 20, 2017, at 11:59 a.m. (CT). The project with the highest number of votes will receive a $3000 grant. The projects finishing second, third, fourth, and fifth place in voting will each receive a $1000 grant.
The Whiteside County Fair will use the grant money to build and install a metal arch at the fair entrance, where the old brick arch was once located. Building a metal arch at the entrance would be a wonderful addition to the look of the fairgrounds. The fair started in 1870, and it would be a great way to celebrate its history leading up to its sesquicentennial, in 2020.
“The local fairground represents both the history and the future of agriculture in our communities. Supporting efforts to enhance their local facilities gives community members a sense of pride and belonging,” said Director of Advertising and Community Relations Barb Baker. “We encourage you to support your favorite project by voting for a Fairground Facelift grant on Grinnell Mutual’s Facebook page.”