DeKALB – In 1956, Sycamore resident Wally Thurrow displayed a few decorated pumpkins on his front lawn. Six years later, this would spawn an event that would define the Sycamore community for decades to come.Now, in 2019, a Wild West Pumpkin Fest is...

Clydesdales, camels and celebrations were the center of attention during the 51st Annual Pumpkin Fest Parade in Sycamore on Sunday. The parade has been a tradition in Sycamore and has always been under the leadership of Wally “Mr. Pumpkin” Thurow....

Wally Thurow, known as Mr. Pumpkin, will be missed in the coming Sycamore Pumpkin Festival, but loved ones are working to keep his spirit alive. “Over 50 years ago, he approached the Lions Club with a simple concept of having a family event with pumpkins...