Do you enjoy helping a wonderful organizations like WHOA–White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center? Then this fundraiser is a great opportunity for you! The steps are simple. 1. Fill out a pledge card from the WHOA barn at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds or from any volunteer or student/parent.2. Drop it off
Delbert L. Housenga, 81, of Fulton, IL, died Monday, July 4, 2016, at his home. Delb was born September 6, 1934, in Fulton, to Jacob G. and Gertrude (Balk) Housenga. He was educated in the Fulton Christian Grade School and attended Fulton High School. Delb married Susanne F. “Sue” Stralow
During the past year, Morrison Chamber of Commerce has looked at ideas, tasks, and initiatives to enhance the community as a whole, help increase homeownes’ property values, and make Morrison an even better place to live. However, it takes an entire community effort to beautify our City–starting in your own
Set in the infamous Los Angeles, CA, Sunset Strip in 1987, “Rock of Ages” tells the story of Drew, a boy from South Detroit, and Sherrie, a small-town girl. Each is in L.A. to chase their dreams of making it big and falling in love. “Rock of Ages” takes you
Morrison Chamber of Commerce and event sponsors Co-Z Corner, Inc. and Sterling Federal Bank are pleased to announce the first annual “Movie in the Park.” This free event will be held Wednesday, July 27, 2016, at the Morrison Sports Complex, located just east of Morrison at Route 30 and Bishop
The City of Morrison Parks and Recreation Department has planned the first annual “Summer Extravaganza” for Saturday, July 30, 2016, from noon to 8:00 p.m. The event will be held at Morrison Sports Complex, east of the City at Route 30 and Bishop Road, Morrison, IL. This one-day event includes
Editor’s note: The location has been corrected. NAMI Sauk Area is hosting NAMI Sauk Area 5K Run & Walk Beside Us event on Saturday, July 16, 2016, at Hoover Park, 3807 Woodlawn Road, Sterling, IL. There are events for the entire family to encourage the health of mind, spirit and
Premium books for the 146th Annual Whiteside County Fair are now available at banks throughout the County. Over $119,000 in premiums will be offered in prize money to the winners in over 1500 classes. The fair runs Tuesday, August 16, through Saturday, August 20, 2016. The fair premium book serves
Eugene N. “Gene” Osborn, Jr., 86, of Morrison, IL, died Friday, July 1, 2016, at Resthave Home in Morrison. Gene was born January 16, 1930, in Van Nuys, CA, to Eugene N. and Catherine B. (Stuckey) Osborn, Sr. He went to 16 schools, moving many times because of the Depression,
The office of thecity1.com will be closed from Friday, July1, through Tuesday, July 5, 2016. Emails will continue to be received and published remotely.
The Morrison, IL, City Council announces that funds are available this year for the Sidewalk Cost Participation Program. This program was popular in previous years, and the City is pleased to announce its return. The typical project may qualify for 50% reimbursement for the cost of concrete only, not to
Join us Sunday, July 3, 2016, at 6:00 p.m., at Spring Valley Reformed Church, to welcome The McCloskey Duet. The church is located at 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL. Enjoy the concert from your car, or bring a lawn chair to sit up front by the stage. In case
Russell N. Garrett, age 86 of Fulton, IL, died Thursday, June 30, 2016, at his home. Russell was born on May 23, 1930, in Breckenridge, MN, the son of William and Zelma (McDougal) Garrett. He married Dorothy Dahlberg on July 29, 1950, in Breckenridge. She died in May 1999. He
Dear Parents and Guardians, As you may know, the Illinois General Assembly failed to reach an agreement on a State Budget before its adjournment. With the budget impasse entering into its eleventh month, many people in the State are speculating about the possibility of no State appropriations for K-12 education,
To celebrate moving to a new location, Morrison Community Hospital held an Open House featuring its attractive, spacious, new Family Care Clinic. On Sunday, June 26, 2016, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., approximately 300 visitors toured the clinic; expanded outpatient Rehabilitation Therapy Department; Café restaurant; Emergency Room. MCH Foundation