Friend of the Fair, Whiteside Co. Sheriff’s Office

  Since 1989, the Whiteside County Fair Board has sought to honor those who have made an extra effort, to support the annual Fair and make it as much fun as possible, for all who participate and attend the many shows and events.  The Fair Board is pleased to announce

Millers Host Guitarist Jim Ryan August 13

  Enjoy some summertime tunes with Jim Ryan and his guitar.   Bring a music lover, and come join us for a fun, musical evening at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 Tenth Avenue, Fulton, IL.  The program starts at 6:00 p.m., on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Jim originates from the Quad

Spring Valley Summer Nights, Riven Quartet August 4

  Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton IL, welcomes Riven Quartet to their outdoor stage on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.  Come and join us for an evening of praise and worship.  A free-will offering will be received.  In case of inclement weather, the concert

Jazz Band Revives Big Band Era Tonight

  From 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. tonight, Saturday, July 27, 2024, Rock River Jazz Band will bring the classic sounds of the Big Band Era to life, at RB&W Park in Rock Falls, IL, adjacent to the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 301 E. Second Street, Rock Falls, IL. Joining

Final Competition of Sauk Valley Talent Series

  The spotlight on talent will shine at the Sauk Valley Talent Competition Series Finale, to begin at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, August 1, 2024, at the RB&W District Park, 201 E. Second Street, Rock Falls, IL.  Come support local talent!  Food vendors will be available from approximately 5:00 to 8:00

Farmers National Bank to Open Location in Mount Carroll

  Farmers National Bank is excited to announce the establishment of a new branch this fall, at 642 S. East Street, Mount Carroll, IL.  With the expansion, the bank will now serve Illinois customers at four convenient locations:  Geneseo, Prophetstown, Morrison, and Mount Carroll. Founded in 1902, Farmers National Bank

NLI Conveys Land to IDNR Next to Palisades State Park

  Natural Land Institute (NLI) announces the sale of one of their preserves, White Wood Ridge Preserve, to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), located next to Mississippi Palisades State Park, in Savanna (Carroll County), IL.  NLI closed on White Wood Ridge Preserve on Friday, June 12, 2024.  Proceeds

Student Drivers Deliver Pizza to Blood Drive

  Impact Life Blood Center held its most-recent Blood Drive in Morrison, IL, on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Emmanuel Church, 202 E. Morris Street, Morrison, IL. Morrison High School Driver Education Instructor/Key Club Advisor Brian Bartoz supplied this press release and photograph.  He and Blood Drive Co-Advisor Annie Knie

Help Save the Chamber Kiosk

  Morrison Chamber of Commerce uses this kiosk outside its office, at 221 W. Main Street, Morrison, IL, to inform locals and visitors about events in our City.  Locally built many years ago, it is time for a refresh! The Chamber Board members desire to restore the structure’s functionality and

No Worries to Perform July 28 at Spring Valley

Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton IL, welcomes No Worries to their outdoor stage, on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.  Come and join us for an evening of praise and worship.  A free-will offering will be received.  In case of inclement weather, the concert will

First Presbyterian Free Meal Benefits Fire Department

  On Thursday, July 25, 2024, First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL,  will host its “4th Annual Morrison Fire Department Benefit.”  There are 360 meals being planned; drive up and support this vital organization.  Fire Department staff will serve from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. (or until food runs

Annie Dykstra Earns Chancellor’s List Status

  Editor’s note:  The article has been amended to reflect that Dykstra is majoring in Elementary Education.  She is a rising Sophomore, not a graduate. The University of Wisconsin-Platteville announced its Chancellor’s List, honoring those with perfect 4.0 grade-point averages for the spring 2024 semester. College of Business, Industry, Life

NLI’s Legacy Tree:  Whiteside Fairgrounds White Oak

  Natural Land Institute (NLI) is pleased to announce the July Tree of the Month is located at Whiteside County Fairgrounds, which contains a natural landmark:  an ancient White Oak (Quercus alba) that has graced the land for more than three centuries.  The tree is 90 feet tall; it has

Paula Bush Receives Undergraduate Degree

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville awarded diplomas to more than 700 undergraduate students during the Spring 2024 Semester. Paula Bush, from Morrison, IL, earned a degree in Criminal Justice at UW-Platteville.