Soybean Request for Referendum to Begin May 2024

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will conduct the Soybean Request for Referendum May 6 through May 31 in county Farm Service Agency (FSA) offices.
Budget Posted for Prophetstown Fire Protection District

Prophetstown Fire Protection District’s annual operating budget has been posted and published, with a public hearing set for Monday, June 10 at 6 p.m. before it’s approved.
‘Cop on a Rooftop’ Special Olympics Fundraiser on Friday

The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office has announced the 2024 “Cop on a Rooftop” fundraising event will be on Friday, May 17 from 5 a.m. to noon at the Dunkin’ location in Rock Falls, at 1800 1st Ave.
Volunteers Spruce Up Riverside Cemetery

A small volunteer crew tackled a big planting job at Riverside Cemetery in Prophetstown on Wednesday, May 15.
EMS Week to Feature Open Houses and a Food Truck

National EMS Week is May 19-25, and this year also marks the 50th anniversary of the annual celebration that recognizes the importance of Emergency Medical Services providers in the community.