Editor’s note: The original press release from Rock River Jazz Band, Inc. was incorrect. This information has been updated for the upcoming concert in Rock Falls, IL, on Saturday, August 9. The Rock River Jazz Band, Inc. will perform a concert at the stage in the RB&W Park in
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
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
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
On Tuesday evening, July 22, 2025, Brent’s Firehouse Coffee, LLC owners Amy and Brent Brightman, of Camanche, IA, awarded donations to Morrison Fire Department and Morrison Police Department, inside the Fire Station, 206 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL. Their businesses fund a Public Safety Foundation that provides lifesaving equipment.
Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, Marketing Director Karla Burn urges the public to “Save the date for Resthave’s Annual Family Fun Day. It is Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Come see what is new, and have a free meal on
Youngsters are invited to Odell Public Library LEGO Club on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, from 10:30 a.m. until noon. For more information, contact Odell Public Library at 815-772-7323 or email odellpubliclibrary@gmail.com.
Clinton Community College is hosting a new art exhibit in the Library Art Gallery through August 2025. The exhibit features the the work of freelance artist Dee Ketelsen, a proud Clinton Community College graduate. The Library is located at 1000 Lincoln Boulevard, Clinton, IA. Her pieces vary from black-and-white
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes The Dotsons to their outdoor stage, on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Join us for an evening of praise and worship. A free-will offering will be received. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be
On Saturday, August 2, 2025, anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., de Immigrant Windmill in Fulton, IL, will offer a bread making event. The Windmill Cultural Center is located at 111 Tenth Avenue, Fulton, IL, across from the authentic Dutch windmill. Call 815-589-3925 for additional information. Families and
Morrison Historical Society Trustee Mary Ellen Brackeymer contributed the last two photos. Program presenter and retired Fulton High School History teacher Ronald Koehn was featured on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. Afterward, over two dozen members of the audience participated in