Since 1989, the Fair Board has sought to honor those who have made an extra effort to support and make the annual Fair as much fun as possible, for all those who participate and attend the many shows and events. This year the Whiteside County Fair has selected Jill Miller
The Whiteside County Fair is only a few weeks away; we are set with another impressive lineup of entertainment. The Fair opens Tuesday, August 13, and completes after five amazing days on Saturday, August 17, 2019. You won’t want to miss the 149th annual fair, held at the fairgrounds in
Thecity1.com continues a feature series to showcase original stories and story endings by young writers and to inspire others to write. The age range for submitting is eight to 16. No horror/violent stories will be accepted. Writers must submit their first and last name, age, and a phone contact. None
Editor’s note: On Thursday, July 25, Sharon Moore, whose husband, Patrick, works for the railroad, notified thecity1.com there is no access in Clinton, IA, to approach locomotive No. 4014. Apparently this is merely a rest stop for the crew, and the public will not be able to get close to
Friends of the Parks Foundation is proud to participate in the Morrison Summer Extravaganza, on Saturday, July 27, 2019. The annual day-long community event takes place at Morrison Sports Complex, 15201 Bishop Road, at the east end of Morrison, IL. Between the hours of 4:00 to 6:30 p.m., visit the Friends
Illinois State Representative Tony McCombie announced the winners of the 2019 Spring Photo Contest. “Congratulations to Karen Miles and Scott Wolfe on your winning photos. I love the 71st District and truly believe we have the most beautiful landscape and wonderful people,” said Rep. McCombie. “I enjoyed looking through all
Flags are to be lowered to half-staff today, Tuesday, July 23, 2019, in honor of Retired Associate Justice of the Supreme Court John Paul Stevens Retired Associate Justice Stevens was laid in repose in the Great Hall of the Supreme Court of the United States, on Monday, July 22. A
On Monday, July 15, 2019, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Morrison Police responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a Union Pacific Railway train on N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL. A truck and horse trailer combination driven by Gary J. Cooper, age 70 of Dixon, IL, was northbound on Jackson Street
The ladies of the MCHS Class of ’66 will hold three lunches for alumnae in August and September 2019. The lunches are being held to accommodate classmates that will be traveling a long distance and want to see other class members during their Morrison visit. Lunches will be held at Happy
First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, July 25, 2019. The building is handicap accessible. Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing. The Summer Picnic menu will feature brats,
Editor’s note: The feature and photos were submitted by Kathy Schmidt. The cleanup and painting of Pickleball courts in Kelly Park, E. High Street, Morrison, IL, are complete. A huge thank you goes to Roger and Jan Stuart who have worked alongside Kathy Schmidt daily on this project. Special thanks
Pickleball is a paddle sport using a paddle and a wiffle ball, created for anyone eight to eighty+ and with all skill levels. Rules are simple, and the game is easy for beginners to learn. Pickleball gives you a good workout without as much stress and strain on joints and
For months, roof replacement has been an agenda item at Morrison Historical Society Board meetings. President Harvey Zuidema reported on Tuesday, July 16, 2019, that Total Construction Services, Sterling, IL, would remove old shingles the next day. TCS has more than 15 years of comprehensive experience in the Sauk Valley
Tanya Ann Boles (Callihan), 39, of Regency Care of Sterling in Sterling, IL, died Sunday, July 21 2019, at Regency Care of Sterling. Tanya was born August 15, 1979, in Morrison, IL, to Lyle S. and Terri L. (McClain) Boles. She was educated in the Morrison grade schools and was
At Morrison Community Hospital, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, the main entrance on Jackson Street will be closed for construction, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., on Thursday, July 25, 2019. Park at the Physical Therapy Department lot on E. Knox Street and enter the hospital. (This entrance formerly