USDA Clarifies Wetland Determinations to Provide Certainty to Farmers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is putting farmers first and supporting government accountability by providing clear guidance around wetland determinations, which helps inform agricultural producers’ decisions for their operations.
Citizens First Bank Announces New Morrison Branch, Continuing Growth Across the Region
Citizens First Bank is proud to announce plans to open a new full-service branch in Morrison, Illinois this fall, marking an exciting milestone in the bank’s continued growth and commitment to serving communities throughout the region.
Obituary-Darrell Lievens
Darrell Lievens, 77, of Geneseo, IL passed away on July 30, 2026, at The Gardens in Kewanee, IL.
Gov. Pritzker Signs SB 3224, Renaming Illinois School for the Visually Impaired to be the Illinois School for the Blind
CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker on Friday signed SB 3224, officially renaming the Illinois School for the Visually Impaired (ISVI) to be the Illinois School for the Blind.
Memorial Garden Established at PLT’s 6-12 Campus
A new Memorial Garden honoring the lives of students who passed away will greet PLT#3 School District’s 6-12 Campus students when they go back to school in August.
Morrison Community Hospital Welcomes More Than 300 Guests to Family Care Clinic Open House
Morrison Community Hospital welcomed more than 300 community members on Sunday, July 19th to celebrate the completion of its newly expanded Family Care Clinic during a special Open House.
Whiteside County Students Named to Dean’s List at Augustana College
Augustana College announced more than 1,100 students were named to the Dean’s List for the 2025-2026 spring semester.
Along the Rock: Sterling Hot Dog Day – $1 Lunch, 7,000 Hot Dogs & Family Fun!
On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long sat down with Janna Groharing, executive director of Sterling Main Street, to discuss the history of the annual event, Hot Dog Days, what’s new this year, and why it continues to draw thousands of people to downtown Sterling.
‘The 19th Amendment and the Power of the Vote!’ Musical at the Coliseum Museum on September 18
Oregon, IL – On Friday, September 18th, Anita Kallen and Catherine Thomson will present a special musical show that celebrates the law that affirmed women’s right to vote.
Extended Hours August 19-25 for BHC Student Services
Black Hawk College student services offices will be open extended hours August 19-25 to help students get ready for Fall 2026.