2005 Year in Review

Morrison Fire Department named "2005 Friend of the Fair"

The 135th Annual Whiteside County Fair, which runs Tuesday, August 16, through Saturday, August 20th, will honor the Morrison Fire Department.

The Whiteside County Fair Board this year has chosen The Morrison Fire Department as the “2005 Friend of the Fair” honoree. Since 1989, the board has sought to single out those who have made an extra effort to help support and make the annual Fair as much fun as possible for all those who participate or attend the many shows and events. This year, the board offers its sincere thanks and appreciation for the many years of friendship and work they have done for the Whiteside County Fair.

Grandstand schedule—demolition derby on Tuesday, August 16th at 6:30 p.m. Draft horse hitches at 12:00 Noon with a special hitch called “Patriotic Pride” at 5:30 p.m. and speed events at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 17th, and as the featured entertainment, C-Bar Rodeo will entertain the crowd on Thursday, August 18th at 7:00 p.m. with Bull Riding. Five classes of souped-up tractors and trucks will be taking over on Friday, August 29th at 6:00 p.m. and on Saturday, August 20th at 6:30 p.m. the second demolition derby will finish off the fair’s five-day evening attractions. As always, the fair board strives to provide something for everyone, young and old alike.

Daily free events include Grandpa Crachet, children’s bicycle giveaways and Oakhill Petting Zoo, which features a variety of unique and exotic animals. The popular bingo tent will be open at 7:00 p.m. each night of the fair. For those with a sweet tooth, chances will be sold at a nominal cost to test entrants’ luck at winning a tasty treat in the “cake walks” and “pie parades” held Tuesday through Friday at 4:00 p.m. at the culinary department in the large exhibition hall north of the secretary’s office.

Harness racing—with track records up for grabs—takes over the racetrack Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with the action starting each day at 1:00 p.m. Children’s pedal pulls again are scheduled at noon on Tuesday and Saturday at 12:00 noon, with six divisions for youngsters ages 4 through 12.

Over $115,000 in premiums will be offered in prize money to the winners in over 1,500 different classes. The 60-page premium books are available at banks throughout the county.

Wilson Family Shows will entertain the kids and adults also this year with their outstanding carnival and midway attractions, providing a festive and fun time for everyone.

For more information, please visit us at Whiteside County Fair

by  Editor, theCity1.com
July 25, 2005