" The Whiteside Forum, established in 1985, is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit community group, which sponsors presentations and discussions of issues of importance and interest to the public. Issues chosen for Conferences have an International dimension, as well as local interest and importance. This organization is supported entirely by individual, special,"
" Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is proud to announce the City of Kewanee, IL, has received $166,666, through FEMA’s Fire Prevention and Safety grant program. The funding will support Fire Prevention and Safety Initiatives, helping reduce fire-related risks and improve community awareness and preparedness. “Fire prevention saves lives before emergencies"
" Albany, IL, Pastor Toni Lucas submitted the press release. She is the area Wreaths Across America Coordinator. Wreaths Across America (WAA) is the National nonprofit, with a yearlong mission dedicated to remembering the fallen; honoring those who serve; teaching children the value of freedom. The National organization announces “Remember"
" Rock Falls Tourism announces the winner of the Most Popular Holiday Light Display in Centennial Park last month. Rock Falls Fire Department was the clear favorite among online survey voters. The display featured a festively decorated antique fire truck, with a Firefighter spraying a hose toward a gingerbread house,"
" Marc Adami submitted this press release. The Whiteside Forum will host Morrison, IL, residents Barb and Phil Benson, local world travelers, who will talk about their adventures in Europe in 2025. They visited the Czech Republic, Austria, and Slovenia, then spent a week in Istria, Croatia [seen below.] The"
"Morrison Music Theatre Association (MMTA) will hold auditions for its mid-March production of “The Carol Burnett Project.” Tryouts begin today, at 2:00 p.m., on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, in Morrison, IL. There are roles for men, women, and older youths. Between two"
" Congratulations to Morrison’s Varsity Scholastic Bowl team on its first-place finish, in the Illinois High School Scholastic Bowl Coaches Association Turnabout Tournament! Competition was at Morrison High School on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Morrison finished the tournament with a 6-1 record. Team A is shown left to-right: Sam Mills,"
" On Thursday, January 15, 2026, at approximately 9:21 p.m., the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Center received a 911 call, reporting a two-vehicle traffic crash on Illinois Route 84 near Spring Valley Road. Upon arrival, Deputies located two vehicles and three occupants, all of whom had sustained serious injuries. "
" Morrison, IL, Chief of Police Mike Moon submitted this Arrest Report on Thursday, January 15, 2026. On Friday, January 9, 2026, Morrison Police arrested Tamela Kuehl, age 67, for Failure to Appear on a Retail Theft charge. Kuehl was taken to the Whiteside County Jail. On Sunday, January 4,"
" By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, January 12, 2026, without Aldermen Bruckner, Tichler and Buckwalter In attendance. Much discussion followed the subject of replacing the Waste Water Treatment Plant blowers, at a cost of $226,672.74. Shane Osborn, Superintendent of Utilities, explained the need to emphasize that the"
" The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will host “Third Thursday,” on January 18, 2026, (before the gallery doors open) from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. Male and female visitors are urged to relax in conversation. Third Thursday gatherings offer a pleasant opportunity for our residents and"
" Morrison High School Honor Roll students below are listed for the 2nd Quarter of 2025-2026. 4.00 AND ABOVE Class of 2026 Allie Anderson, Emily T. Arias, Annabelle Blevins, Harper Buikema, Paige LaShelle, Peyton Lowery, Levi Milder, Sophia Milnes, Leah Nice, Collin Renkes, Noah Robbins, Isabella Scachette, Lexi Walters, Abigail"
" Four music ensembles from the Clinton Symphony Orchestra will perform at 2:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon, January 11, 2026, at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, 439 Third Avenue South, in Clinton, IA. It is the fourth concert in the Symphony’s 72nd season. Detailed information for the music to be performed"
" Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society will meet on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the Lincoln Learning Center, 611 E. 3rd Street, Sterling, IL, beginning at 2:00 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend and experience the travel program by Dana and Jodie Fellows. There is never a cost to attend"
" Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement, on Thursday, January 8, 2026, after voting in favor of Legislation to help millions of Americans afford their health insurance. “Too many families are forced to bankrupt themselves to afford basic health care to keep themselves healthy,” said Congressman Sorensen. “For"