Area Lawmakers to Host Family Fun Fair in Dunlap

State Senators Li Arellano, Jr (R-Dixon) and Neil Anderson (R-Andalusia), along with State Representatives Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) and Travis Weaver (R-Peoria), will host a free Family Fun Fair on Sunday, August 23rd from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wheels O’ Time Museum in Dunlap.
Resthave Hosts Vow Renewal Ceremony for 11 Couples

Love was in the air at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, during a Vow Renewal Celebration on Friday, August 7th!
Sauk Valley Grown: Farm to Table Dinner and Tours

Illinois Extension, Whiteside Area Career Center, and Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce are partnering to host a day of farm tours and a special dinner, highlighting the quality and variety of food grown right here in the Sauk Valley region!
Upcoming Events at the Prophetstown Library

Mark your calendars for these September and October events at the Henry C. Adams Memorial Library in Prophetstown!
Fifteen Area Students Awarded $26,500 in Healthcare Scholarships

Sterling, IL – The CGH Health Foundation and CGH Auxiliary have awarded $26,500 in nursing and healthcare scholarships to 15 students pursuing careers in healthcare.
Art, Music, Food & Wine Tasting at Art in the Park in Rock Falls

Art lovers, music fans and families are invited to experience a full day of creativity and entertainment at the Art in the Park Sculpture Walk & Outdoor Art Gallery on Saturday, August 29th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at RB&W District Park, 201 E. 2nd Street, Rock Falls.
ILICA Trap Shoot & Golf Outing Scheduled for September 18 in Kewanee

The Illinois Land Improvement Contractors Association (ILICA) invite the community to their Area 3 Trap Shoot & Golf Outing on Friday, September 18th in Kewanee for a full day of fun, competition, and great company!
Let’s Feed Our Children Program Distributed Nearly 50,000 Meals This Summer

This year’s United Way of Whiteside County’s Let’s Feed Our Children program served up an amazing 49,796 free grab-and-go meals to Whiteside County kids!
Obituary-Robert Frederick Herald

Robert Frederick Herald, 80, of Englewood, Colorado, passed away peacefully at home on August 10, 2026, following a courageous three-year battle with cancer.
Obituary-Eileen McDonald

Eileen McDonald, 91, from Elkton, FL, went to be with her Lord surrounded by family on August 12, 2026.