Severe Weather & Heavy Rain Potential on Tuesday
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities and the Whiteside County Health Department are urging citizens to be aware and prepared for potential severe weather tomorrow.
March 9, 2026
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Good Growing: Spring Lawn Care – What Should You Really Be Doing?
It’s March in Illinois, and this is when everyone starts thinking about lawn care. The grass is greening up, and plants are beginning to grow again, signaling that garden work has begun.
March 5, 2026
Latest Stats on Snow and Ice Response Just a Click Away
SPRINGFIELD – Want to see how winter is measuring up in Illinois?
March 5, 2026
Severe Storm Potential on Friday
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities and the Whiteside County Health Department are alerting citizens to potential weather hazards on Friday, March 6th.
March 4, 2026
Volunteer Firefighter Charged with Arson After 700-Acre Grass Fire at Green River Wildlife Area
On Friday, February 27th at approximately 11:11 a.m., Lee County Dispatch was notified of a large grass fire in the Green River State Wildlife Management Area that was intentionally set.
March 2, 2026
Red Flag Warning Today
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities has issued a Red Flag warning today for Whiteside County and much of the area south due to conditions being favorable for fire spreading.
February 27, 2026
Fulton Millers to Host State Climatologist
The Illinois State Climatologist provides weather and climate data, maps, and information for Illinois farmers, government agencies, and the general public.
February 24, 2026
Situational Awareness Weather Tonight, Tomorrow Morning
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities and the Whiteside County Health Department have provided updates on the potential for thunderstorms and snow tonight into tomorrow, as well as strong winds.
February 19, 2026
Good Growing: Beat the Winter Blues by Growing Some Leafy Greens
I think a winter diet of heavy, carb-laden foods is starting to weigh me down, literally and emotionally. I’m craving fresh produce, but forget the tomatoes and cucumbers; all I want is something green.
February 18, 2026
Very High Risk of Fire Spread Wednesday
The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities and Whiteside County Health Department are urging citizens to be aware and prepared regarding favorable conditions for fires to spread, and to avoid outdoor burning.
February 18, 2026
