Summer Reading Program: Reading Colors Your World

Registration is open for Odell Public Library’s 2021 Summer Reading Program, “Reading Colors Your World.”  This free program–generously sponsored by United Way of Whiteside County–is open to any child pre-school age through 8th...

Military and Patriotic Flags on Crosby Road

The Editor drove along Crosby Road, leading to the entrance to Morrison-Rockwood State Park, on Monday, May 24, 2021, a week prior to Memorial Day.  Arrayed along a stone wall were eight, colorful flags, both patriotic and military service branches.  They...
County Car Cruise June 5

County Car Cruise June 5

Lloyd DeShane reported, “Please join us for County Cruise 2 on Saturday, June 5, 2021. Any vehicle that can cruise at 55 MPH is welcome [If you have] any questions, please contact Lloyd DeShane at 815-535-3240. “We will leave from Emmanuel Reformed...
Vendor/Craft Shows to Support St. Jude

Vendor/Craft Shows to Support St. Jude

Kim Barragan seeks participants for two Vendor/Craft Shows, at Whiteside County Fairground, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL.   Each event will benefit St. Jude Children’s Memorial Hospital.  Dates are Saturday, June 5, and Saturday, September 4,...
Heritage Canyon May Day Adapts to Pandemic

Heritage Canyon May Day Adapts to Pandemic

As we navigate the second year of the novel corona virus pandemic, decisions are made to hold (and/or attend) public events. Gatherings with more than those few in your “bubble” require continued, flexible thinking, to be safe. Therein lies the creative...