Obituary-Harold Meier
Harold Dean Meier, 86, of Hooppole, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Allure in Prophetstown, IL.
United Way Launches Pasta Drive for Whiteside County Children
Rock Falls, IL – United Way of Whiteside County’s Let’s Feed Our Children program is calling on businesses, churches, and community organizations to participate in a pasta drive to help address childhood food insecurity this summer.
Morrison Community Hospital Foundation to Host Annual Spring Gala
The Morrison Community Hospital Foundation is thrilled to announce the 13th Annual Beer and Wine Tasting Gala with a festive Hawaiian theme on Thursday, May 8th from 5-8 p.m.
Obituary-Frank E. Palumbo
Frank Ernest Palumbo, age 89, died Monday, March 17, 2025 at Allure of Sterling.
Local Elections Matter: Mayor of Prophetstown Candidates
Around Ptown is featuring the candidates of contested races in the upcoming Consolidated Election on Tuesday, April 1st.
Rep. Spain Honors Dorathy Family of Tampico for Efforts to Protect Young Drivers
Ryan Spain, State Representative for District 73, spoke on the House floor on Wednesday, March 12th to honor the Dorathy family of Tampico for their efforts to advance legislation that will improve safety for young drivers in Illinois.
Free Children’s Podiatry Clinic in Morrison in April
Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation, in cooperation with Northwest District Elks Lodges, will sponsor a free children’s podiatry assessment clinic on Thursday, April 24th at Morrison Family Care Clinic, located at 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, with Dr. David Yeager as the clinician in charge.
Potential for Severe Weather Today
The Whiteside County Health Department urges citizens to be weather aware and prepared today for potentially severe weather.
Obituary-William E. Behrens
William E. Behrens, 86, of Sterling, a dedicated farmer, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, tragically lost his life on March 14, 2025 as a result of injuries sustained in an outside fire.
The Week Ahead: March 20-26, 2025
Here’s a roundup of local and regional events for the upcoming week: