First Biennial Sculpture Exhibition at MIT

  Editor’s note:  Click the link to watch installation of the 20th piece of sculpture, “The Morrison Mavem,” by Melissa Meyer.  She, Curator Charles Yost, and MIT President Chris Scott did the heavy lifting and concrete drilling. Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL, will host its First

Become a Theater Booster of MCUSD

  Morrison Music Teacher Erin Morris will start a Theater Boosters program, to support the Theater Department. “We have wonderful Music Boosters run by parents, who do an awesome job supporting our music students.  We could use some of that kind of support for our Theater Program.  The current program

Timber Lake Pre-Reveal Ticket Deal

  Timber Lake Playhouse is excited to offer an exclusive “Pre-Reveal Ticket Deal” to you, our TLP Family.  Buy your 2026 Season Tickets now, and lock in next year’s six-show season, at this year’s low, five-show prices! You read that right!  More Theatre; same low price. Don’t delay.  This Pre-Reveal

The Black Box Theatre to Hold Solo Fringe Festival

  The Black Box Theatre is excited to announce the lineup for their 2025 first “Solo Fringe Festival,” showcasing seven, solo artists.  Three days of entertainment offers variety to the public.  This unique project is being funded in part by Quad City Arts.  Admission is “Pay What It’s Worth” at

Play Features Jalayne Riewerts Saturday and Sunday

  Two final performances of “Marjorie Prime” take place Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, August 24, at 3:00 p.m.  The Richmond Hill Players will perform at Richmond Hill Barn Theatre, 600 H. K. Robinson Drive, Geneseo, IL, 61254.  The Box Office opens one hour before show

2025 Whiteside County Fair Photos

  By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. If thecity1.com readers were unable to attend the 2025 Whiteside County Fair, from Tuesday, August 12, through Saturday, August 16, here are scenes you missed. Photos will be added daily featuring the various activities and highlights.                        

Kristen Pruis and Mary Jo Tichler: 2025 Friends of the Fair

  Since 1989, the Fair Board has honored those who made an extra effort, to support and make the annual Fair as much fun as possible, for those who participate and attend the many shows and events. The Whiteside County Fair Board is pleased to announce that the 2025 “Friend

Rock River Jazz Band Concert August 9 in Rock Falls

  Editor’s note:  The original press release from Rock River Jazz Band, Inc. was incorrect.  This information has been updated for the upcoming concert in Rock Falls, IL, on Saturday, August 9. The Rock River Jazz Band, Inc. will perform a concert at the stage in the RB&W Park in

Fair Office Hours for Entries and Ticket Sales

  Whiteside County Fair Office opened for business Monday, August 4, 2025, for the entire week prior to the 154th annual Whiteside County Fair, which kicks off Tuesday, August 12. The Office of the Secretary and Treasurer are in the building near the grandstand at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201

Whiteside County Fair Line Up

  The Whiteside County 154th Fair is approaches, and another impressive lineup of entertainment is in place that is sure to wow all crowds!  The Fair opens on Tuesday, August 12, and completes after five amazing days on Saturday, August 16t, 2025.   You will not want to miss it!  The

Dr. Silas Nathanial Huff New CSO Conductor

  Clinton Symphony Orchestra has a new conductor for its 72nd concert season.  Dr. Silas Nathanial Huff, who conducted the orchestra for last December’s concert has been named Interim Music Director and Conductor.  “We mutually enjoyed our time together for that concert, and we’re happy to have him now for

Odell Public Library LEGO Club August 2

  Youngsters are invited to Odell Public Library LEGO Club on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, from 10:30 a.m. until noon. For more information, contact Odell Public Library at 815-772-7323 or email odellpubliclibrary@gmail.com.

Bon Jovi Tribute Concert at Timber Lake July 26

  Timber Lake Playhouse brings BAD MEDICINE onto the concert stage, on Saturday, July 26, 2025, beginning at 7:30 p.m.  The address is 8215 Black Road, Mr. Carroll, IL.  From “Living on a Prayer” to “It’s My Life” and everything in between, BAD MEDICINE brings the driving, hard rock beat

July 10 Family Bingo Night

  Editor’s note:  Family Bingo Night welcomes children. The Parks and Recreation Department will host Family Bingo Night, for adults and children age 6+ (accompanied by a parent), on Thursday, July 10, 2025.  The venue is the City of Morrison Community Room, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street,