August 15 Third Thursday Welcomes Fair-Goers

  Whiteside County Fair attendees would do well to begin Thursday morning, August 15, 2024, with a visit to The Loft on Main gallery, at 112 E. Main Street, downtown Morrison, IL.  Complimentary baked treats include Chocolate-Cherry Bars; Cinnamon Rolls; Orange Muffins; Zucchini Cake. Third Thursday [of each month] is

August 25 Mask Program: 50 Dutch Days and Vogels

  Fulton, IL, resident Barbara Mask will document the origin of Dutch Days events beginning in 1974, during her program at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, on Sunday, August 25, 2024.  Doors open at 1:00 p.m., and the program begins promptly at 1:30. She will illuminate the 1881 immigration of the Cornelius

Stock Outboard Boat Racing August 16-18

  Rock Falls River Chase is thrilled to announce another year of stock outboard boat racing, August 16-18, 2024, at Seward’s Riverside Park in Rock Falls, IL. Schedule: Friday, August 16 – Testing from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, August 17 – Racing from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Premiere of “The Truth” by Florian Zeller

  The Black Box Theatre located in the heart of downtown Moline, IL, will present the United States premiere of “The Truth,” by Florian Zeller and adapted by Christopher Hampton.  It is described as “a pacy comedy that pictures marriage and male friendship as a maze of deception.  Vain and

The Browns Return to Spring Valley August 18

  Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes The Browns to their outdoor stage, on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.  Come and join us for an evening of praise and worship.  A free-will offering will be received.  In case of inclement weather, the concert

2024 Fair Schedule

  Thank you to those who support the Whiteside County Fair.  There is no doubt that, without your continued support, our Fair would not have been successful and been able to continue for 153 years!  The Fair Board appreciates your support in keeping the Fair going strong, so we can

Spring Valley Summer Nights, The Chitans August 11

  Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton IL, welcomes The Chitans to their outdoor stage on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.  Come and join us for an evening of praise and worship.  A free-will offering will be received.  In case of inclement weather, the concert

Friend of the Fair, Whiteside Co. Sheriff’s Office

  Since 1989, the Whiteside County Fair Board has sought to honor those who have made an extra effort, to support the annual Fair and make it as much fun as possible, for all who participate and attend the many shows and events.  The Fair Board is pleased to announce

Millers Host Guitarist Jim Ryan August 13

  Enjoy some summertime tunes with Jim Ryan and his guitar.   Bring a music lover, and come join us for a fun, musical evening at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 Tenth Avenue, Fulton, IL.  The program starts at 6:00 p.m., on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Jim originates from the Quad

Spring Valley Summer Nights, Riven Quartet August 4

  Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton IL, welcomes Riven Quartet to their outdoor stage on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.  Come and join us for an evening of praise and worship.  A free-will offering will be received.  In case of inclement weather, the concert

Jazz Band Revives Big Band Era Tonight

  From 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. tonight, Saturday, July 27, 2024, Rock River Jazz Band will bring the classic sounds of the Big Band Era to life, at RB&W Park in Rock Falls, IL, adjacent to the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 301 E. Second Street, Rock Falls, IL. Joining

Final Competition of Sauk Valley Talent Series

  The spotlight on talent will shine at the Sauk Valley Talent Competition Series Finale, to begin at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, August 1, 2024, at the RB&W District Park, 201 E. Second Street, Rock Falls, IL.  Come support local talent!  Food vendors will be available from approximately 5:00 to 8:00

Farmers National Bank to Open Location in Mount Carroll

  Farmers National Bank is excited to announce the establishment of a new branch this fall, at 642 S. East Street, Mount Carroll, IL.  With the expansion, the bank will now serve Illinois customers at four convenient locations:  Geneseo, Prophetstown, Morrison, and Mount Carroll. Founded in 1902, Farmers National Bank

NLI Conveys Land to IDNR Next to Palisades State Park

  Natural Land Institute (NLI) announces the sale of one of their preserves, White Wood Ridge Preserve, to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), located next to Mississippi Palisades State Park, in Savanna (Carroll County), IL.  NLI closed on White Wood Ridge Preserve on Friday, June 12, 2024.  Proceeds

Student Drivers Deliver Pizza to Blood Drive

  Impact Life Blood Center held its most-recent Blood Drive in Morrison, IL, on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Emmanuel Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL. Morrison High School Driver Education Instructor/Key Club Advisor Brian Bartoz supplied this press release and photograph.  He and Blood Drive Co-Advisor Annie Knie