Obituary-Betty Jean Wallgren

Betty Jean Wallgren, 85, of Kewanee, passed away on October 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at Allure in Geneseo, IL.
Part-Time Police Officer Joins Tampico Police Department

A new part-time police officer has joined the Tampico Police Department after the council’s approval at their meeting on Tuesday, October 21st.
Obituary-Gary F. Landheer

Gary F. Landheer, 73, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL.
Obituary-Richard “Opie” Callihan

Richard “Opie” Callihan, 47, of Camanche, IA passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
WHOA’s Annual Community Appreciation Chili Supper on Friday

White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA) is having their annual community appreciation chili supper on Friday, October 24th from 5-6:30 p.m. or until the chili runs out.
IDOT Revising Upcoming Letting & Certification Process to Best Support Small and Minority-Owned Businesses

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that it has begun the process to recertify firms to qualify them for participation in the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program.
November Events at the Prophetstown Library

Mark your calendars for these November events at the Henry C. Adams Memorial Library in Prophetstown!
Impaired Driving is Scary: Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office is Cracking Down on Drunk, Drugged Driving This Fall and Halloween

Morrison, IL – Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office today urged motorists to commit to sober driving, buckling up, and following traffic laws this Halloween, as children and their families haunt their neighborhoods after dark for candy and spooky fun.
Obituary-Ashley Elisabeth Medina

Ashley Elisabeth Medina, 39, of Chicago, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025.
Obituary-Marilyn D. Prew

Marilyn D. Prew, 96, of Sterling died Thursday October 16, 2025, at Resthave in Morrison.