The Rock River Jazz Band is closing out the RB&W Park summer season with a massive, high energy, finale on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Music begins at 7:00 p.m. in Rock Falls, IL. We want everyone there! We have packed the night with powerhouse tributes to the giants of
Editor’s note: Last year, Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey gathered the following remembrances of the 2025 Whiteside County Fair, from Tuesday, August 12, through Saturday, August 16. Entertainment, action, exhibitions, competitions, and “favorite fair foods” await visitors this year.
The Whiteside County Fair has an amazing lineup of Grandstand and daily events planned for this year’s fair, with something sure to please everyone! The fair kicks off on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, and wraps up after five fun-filled days on Saturday, August 22. The annual fair, held at
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, invites the public to explore the unlimited possibilities of the universe this upcoming Infinity Day, Saturday, August 8, 2026. The library will host two, science-based events designed to embrace the beauty and creativity in math and science, through the lens
Whiteside County Fair Office will be open for business beginning Monday, August 10, 2026, for the entire week prior to the 155th annual Whiteside County Fair, which kicks off Tuesday, August 18. The office of the Secretary and Treasurer are in the building near the grandstand at the Whiteside
Rock River Jazz Band is bringing the Big Band Era back, for a second live concert this month, on Saturday, July 25, 2026. This “Big Band Night” concert will take place from the bandshell beside Rock River, in Page Park, Dixon, IL. Music is from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
The Rock River Jazz Band is bringing the Big Band Era back, for two live and free concerts, this month. Both are from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, July 11: “Big Band Night” Concert in the RB&W Park, Rock Falls, IL. Saturday, July 25: “Big Band Night” Concert in Page
Before the concert began, Dr. Tom Wadsworth portrayed Thomas Jefferson, as he read a “Declaration of Independence.” It was first read to Colonists of July 4, 1776. Wadsworth dramatically emphasized all King George’s agregious behaviors, punitive taxes, and deprivations against his citizens–at the same time denying them voter representation
Editor’s note: The Summer Solstice occurs at 4:21 a.m. (EDT) on Sunday, June 21, 2026. The public is invited to celebrate the longest day–and shortest night–of 2026, on Saturday, June 20, during this entertaining, Summer Solstice, fundraising event. From 4:00 to 9:15 p.m., enjoy Highland games; food stands; silent
The press release was submitted by Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. Photos shown are by Steve Siefken, Park Street Photos. The Morrison, IL, community and friends gathered on Saturday, June 6, 2026, to celebrate the successful years that Morrison Fire Department has served the community and surrounding areas. The morning
Timber Lake Playhouse, Illinois’ premier professional summer theatre, opens its 65th mainstage season with Godspell, playing through Sunday, June 7, 2026. Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, the groundbreaking musical was conceived and originally directed by John Micheal Trebleck. It features the global hit “Day by Day”
To conclude its 72nd performance season, Clinton Symphony Orchestra will perform their free, annual Riverfront Pops Concert, on Sunday, June 7, 2026, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The location is Riverview Park, 251 Ball Park Drive, in Clinton, IA. Conductor Silas Nathaniel Huff will lead “one of the area’s finest
Hillary Blevins supplied the rehearsal photos. Take a trip to The Underworld of Greek mythology, during the “Hadestown Teen Version” production this weekend. The popular Broadway version has run for several years. Morrison High School Theater Department opens a three-day run. Tickets are available at the door. Doors open
Editor’s note: View several time-lapse videos of Van Kampen creating extraordinary murals here: https://www.facebook.com/eve.van.kampen.2025. The Volunteer Millers at the Fulton Windmill Area will host mural artist Eve Van Kampen, for a program about her work, on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The presentation will be held at
Morrison Music Theatre Association (MMTA) will perform hilarious comedy sketches from The Carol Burnett Show. Between two and six actors will participate in one of 50 original skits, which occurred during Carol Burnett’s television programs. MMTA has permission to produce several “volumes.” The first dramatic event will be held at