Whiteside County Clerk Karen Stralow reports that EARLY VOTING for all Whiteside County Precincts–before the Tuesday, March 17, 2026, General Primary Election–will be conducted in her office, 200 E. Knox Street, in Morrison, IL, on Monday, March16, from 9:00 a.m. until noon. The Clerk’s office is on the ground
On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced $4.3 million in Federal funding [will be] awarded to SAL Family and Community Services, to support early childhood education and care for families in the Quad Cities region. Awarded through the Early Head Start-Child Care Partnerships program at the
Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report. The Morrison City Council convened on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., without Aldermen Vern Tervelt and Mathew Tichler in attendance. The session opened with an update from Karla Burn, representing Morrison On the Move, about Kelly Park improvements. Ordinance 26-02, ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MORRISON MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO NUISANCES,
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
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
Whiteside County Clerk Karen Stralow supplied Specimen Ballots to preview, in advance of the Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Primary Election. Polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Vote for Republican or Democratic candidates. √ Federal Offices: U. S. Senator and U. S. Representative √ State Office:
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement ahead of tomorrow’s State of the Union Address, on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. “I will not be attending this year’s State of the Union. Because I already know the state of our Union–families across Illinois are hurting. Neighbors are scared of
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced he secured over $200 million in Federal funding to support several initiatives at Rock Island Arsenal. This will protect jobs, support servicemembers, and expand the Arsenal’s Manufacturing Center of Excellence. “I am proud to bring home Federal funding to support Rock Island Arsenal, in
Spring road weight limits, often called “Frost Laws,” are seasonal restrictions designed to protect road damage during the spring thaw. As the ground thaws, the roadbed becomes unstable and saturated with moisture, making it highly susceptible to cracking or collapsing under heavy loads. Temporary, usually 90-day, postings typically are
On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) joined Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02) and fellow Democratic Members of the House Agriculture Committee, in the introduction of the Farm and Family Relief Act. The Farm and Family Relief Act is the first and only bill introduced in the
Editor’s note: Mark Guethle is the President of the Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Association (IDCCA), and was elected to the position in June 2024. On Saturday, January 31, 2026, the Illinois Democratic County Chairs Association (IDCCA) voted to adopt two binding resolutions, to guide the purpose and direction of
This report is by Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. All the current Morrison City Council members answered the roll call at the Monday, January 26, 2026, gathering. After approving expenditures for bills payable ($71,597.65) and a final payment to Bader Construction for the PW Building Roof Replacement ($49,125.00) discussion progressed
At their regular meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the Carroll County Democratic Central Committee decided to provide information on their preferred candidates for the U. S. Senate. The top three contenders for retiring Senator Dick Durbin are Congresswoman Robin Kelly; Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi; Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton. The