Mt. Morris, Illinois, USA. The first place people's choice award winner, at right, at the Mt. Morris straw sculpting competition.

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The first place people's choice award winner, at right, at the Mt. Morris straw sculpting competition. The winning entry in the 'national' contest was titled 'Something Strange in Your Neighborhood.' The annual event is held in the small north central Illinois community.

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Location: Mt. Morris, Illinois, USA
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