" Sterling Rock Falls Historical Society will present a “tasty” program at the Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society’s 2:00 p.m. meeting, on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Lincoln Learning Center, 611 E. Third Street, Sterling, IL. This special presentation is also sponsored by the Sterling Public Library. The public is"
" The Sunday, March 15, 2026, Fulton Historical Society program will be held at 2:00 p.m., at the Native Habitat Restoration (NHR) site, located at 17170 Elston Road in Fulton, IL. Dean Huisingh, Founder, Developer, and Director, will present a PowerPoint slide show. It features the role the Huisingh Family"
" Daylight Saving Time begins at 3:00 a.m., on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Reset your timepieces, clocks, and appliances ahead one hour. Be sure to reset vehicle clocks, too. Also, test smoke alarms. Replace batteries soon, if they are low or dead."
" Steve Davis, President Morrison Kiwanis, is shown last year, presenting a $200 check to Hillary Blevins for Morrison Girl Scouts. This is one of the organizations Kiwanis Club supported in 2025. We thank our community for all the support they give us, so we can help others. On Tuesday,"
" On Thursday, March 5, 2026, U. S. Representative Eric Sorensen released the following statement, in opposition to giving additional, unrestricted funding to the Department of Homeland Security. “Once again, I voted against a Republicans’ bill to give billions of dollars to ICE, as the agency terrorizes my neighbors, tears families"
" On Thursday, March 5, 2026, Representative Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement, after voting “No” on the H.R. 7567, the “Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026”–the latest version of the Farm Bill–in committee. “Back in 2023 I worked with farmers and stakeholders from all across Illinois,"
" On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, U. S. Representative Eric Sorensen (IL-17) laid out the challenges facing Illinois’ farmers. [He] outlined his concerns with Republicans’ proposed legislation, during his opening remarks at the House Agriculture Committee’s Farm markup of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026″—the"
" Journey to Pi(e) Island with Odell Public Library on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:14 p.m., to celebrate “Pi Day!” March 14 is celebrated as “Pi Day,” because 3.14 are the first digits of the mathematical constant pi. The date March 14 can be written as 3/14,"
" Mark your calendars for two significant events sponsored by Morrison Lions Club, in April 2026. Morrison Lions Club members are taking orders for roses to be delivered on Good Friday, April 3. We cannot guarantee a certain color, but your request will be honored as closely as possible. Colors"
" Whiteside County Public Works Committee will meet at the Highway Department Building, 18819 E. Lincoln Road, Morrison, IL, on Monday, March 2, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Parking is behind the building. The Agenda follows. NEW OUTLINE VERSION Agenda I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROUTINE BUSINESS A. Approval"
" Applications will be accepted through Monday, March 2, 2026, to apply for the Rock Falls, IL, Hometown Heroes Military Banner Program. This initiative recognizes current and former Rock Falls residents who have served–or are currently serving–our Country, in any branch of the United States Military. Space is limited, so"
" Morrison, IL, Chief of Police Mike Moon submitted this Arrest Report on Friday, February 27, 2026. On Saturday, January 31, 2026, Morrison Police arrested Kenneth Farthing, age 63, Morrison, IL. Farthing was arrested for Criminal Trespass and released with a court date. On Friday, February 20, 2026, Morrison Police"
" Morrison High School is considering offering both the Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel (BTW) phases of Driver Education, during Summer 2026. If at least ten students register and pay for the course by the Friday, April 17, registration deadline, the program will run from Monday, June 1, through Wednesday, June 24. "
" Tony Wright submitted this report and photos of the MHS Wrestling team’s State Tournament performance. Editor’s note: En route to Bloomington, IL, the team relaxed at Bass Pro Shop for a team photo with four “mustang” hobby horses. Left-to-right are Caleb Modglin, Eli Modglin, Caleb Carroll, Cael Wright, Patrick"
" Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report. The Morrison Board of Education convened on Monday, February 23, 2026, with all members present except Jennifer Patton. Opening comments by Brian Bartoz gave an overview of the Morrison High School Key Club: currently consists of 37 members over all grade levels."