You’ll Need More Than Luck if You Drive Impaired This St. Patrick’s Day
SPRINGFIELD – St. Patrick’s Day brings parades, parties and an important reminder from the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and more than 200 additional law enforcement agencies throughout the state: “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Drive High. Get a DUI.”
Sheriff John Booker Provides Additional Updates & Clarification on School Bus Crash
Whiteside County Sheriff John Booker provided another update and additional information regarding the school bus traffic crash that happened on Tuesday, March 10th:
Good Growing: The Curious Case of the Pineberry
Pineberries are a unique, niche berry that, until recently, were only available at farmers’ markets or regionally.
Strong Winds Tonight into Friday then Winter Storm Potential Sunday Night
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities and the Whiteside County Health Department have provided information on strong winds tonight and potential impactful weather on Sunday:
Prophetstown Fire Protection District Ready to Plan for New Building
The Prophetstown Fire Protection District’s Board of Trustees discussed finances, budgets, building projects, and possible by-law changes at their meeting on Monday, March 9th.
Learn Something New This Spring with Illinois Extension
Illinois Extension in Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside Counties has a full roster of exciting and educational spring events!
Sheriff John Booker Provides Update on School Bus Crash
PLEASE NOTE: This article has been updated with the corrected press release from the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office. The original version is posted below the new release.
Boy Scouts Provide Service Again at Pat’s Table in Prophetstown
Boy Scout Troop 94, who graciously stepped in to help for the second month in a row, served 68 guests a delicious meal of tater tot casserole, corn, and a roll, along with an array of wonderful homemade desserts, on Monday, March 9th.
New Map Celebrates Route 66 in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced the release of a new Illinois Route 66 Map in honor of the iconic road’s 100th birthday this year.
Obituary-Jacob “Jake” G. Elgersma
Jacob G. Elgersma, 71, of East Moline, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, at MercyOne Genesis Silvis Medical Center in Silvis, Illinois, surrounded by family. Private family celebration of life services will be held at a later date.