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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
As students across Whiteside County head back to school soon, Sheriff John F. Booker is reminding drivers, parents, and the community to take extra precautions to keep children safe. “Our children are our most precious resource, and it is everyone’s responsibility to help them get to-and-from school safely,” said […]
Online entries are now being accepted for the 154th Annual Whiteside County Fair, which runs Tuesday, August 12, through Saturday, August 16, 2025. The Whiteside County Fair no longer publishes Premium Books, but the pages are available online at www.whitesidecountyfair.org. Look for the “Entries/Premiums” at the top, right corner […]
Whiteside County, as Trustee, has completed their tax deed proceedings on real estate properties, that were delinquent for 2021 and on mobile homes that were delinquent for 2022 and prior real estate taxes. The County, as Trustee, will now offer for sale the real estate and mobile homes obtained […]
Heaven gained a sports fan when our dear father passed away, on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at the age of 93. Jack Hubert Ottosen, Yorkville, IL, was born on September 25, 1931, son of John and Florence (Nunn) Ottosen. He was raised in Wisconsin and northern Illinois, graduating from […]
Eugene E. Robbins, age 89, of Rock Falls, IL, died Thursday, July 31, 2025, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL. Eugene was born March 6, 1936, in Sterling, IL, the son of Edward and Margaret (Lou) Robbins. He served in the U. S. Marine Corps from 1955-1959 […]
Recreational Services Director Nathan Jacobs announces free Bingo at the City of Morrison Community Room, during Family Bingo Night, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. Persons age six and over are welcome to attend. The entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m. Contact City Hall at 815-535-1105 or email njacobs@morrisonil.org for additional […]
Rooted in the values of community, compassion, and care, the brother-sister duo, Dr. Craig Peterson and Dr. Melinda Hochgesang, have built more than just a Dental Practice. They have created a place where patients feel like family. Raised in the tight-knit town of Milan, IL, both Doctors knew early […]
Editor’s note: The Rotary Pollinator Garden is found in the 500 block of W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL. Its the old Waterworks Park area. Rotary International challenged local Rotary Clubs to install a Peace Pole. Why a Peace Pole? A Peace Pole is a monument that displays the message […]
Morrison Police Department reports the following Tickets and Citations issued as of Thursday, July 31, 2025. On Saturday, July 19, 2025, Morrison Police issued a City Ordinance ticket for Public Intoxication to Kristopher Ludvigsen, age 32, of Morrison, IL. The Morrison Police Department has issued five more State of Illinois […]
Sudden, heavy, rain overwhelmed the City street drainage system, on late Thursday afternoon, July 30, 2025. This video originated on the Facebook page of First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. It was taken from the southwest corner of the church: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1J3hC1KW3q/.
The next Free Drive Up Meal at First Presbyterian Church of Morrison, IL, will be on Thursday, July 31, 2025, beginning at 5:00 p.m. This will be our Fire Department Benefit. Drive-up and in-person dining will be available. The location is 100 E. Lincolnway. First Presbyterian will serve a […]
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. The July session of the Morrison City Council featured recognition of the recent accomplishments of several athletes for Morrison High School. Mayor Scott Vandermyde read the official Proclamation that named July 28, 2025, as “MHS Track Team Day” in recognition of the recent Illinois […]