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United Way of Whiteside County Launches Emergency Meal Program for Students

United Way of Whiteside County is launching an emergency weekend meals program beginning Friday, November 14th to support school-age children affected by the ongoing SNAP benefit pause. The program will provide four shelf-stable meals each Friday to students who qualify for free and reduced-price ...
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Rep. Fritts Honors First State Bank for October Local Business Highlight

For his October 2025 local business highlight, State Representative Bradley Fritts (R-Dixon) recognized First State Bank in Mendota. Founded in 1940, First State Bank has served local families and small businesses for generations. They now serve communities across the region with 19 locations.“I chose ...
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Ramos Settlement Hearing Starts with Attorney’s Opening Statements

Jurors in Whiteside County are hearing emotional opening statements in the civil trial regarding the death of Sterling Fire Lt. Garrett Ramos. Ramos died in December 2021 after falling through a burning floor during a mutual aid response in rural Rock Falls.Attorneys for his ...
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U.S. 30 repairs underway in Morrison

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that work is underway on U.S. 30 in Morrison. The half-mile work zone is from east of Milnes Drive to Base Street.The project will patch the road. There will be daytime lane closures controlled by flaggers during ...
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Proceedings Moving Foreword in Ramos Settlement Case

A jury has been seated in Whiteside County to hear a high-profile wrongful death lawsuit involving the city of Rock Falls and its fire officials. The case stems from the December 2021 line-of-duty death of Sterling firefighter Captain Garrett Ramos, who died when the ...
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Senator Arellano Helps Address Veteran’s Concerns

A special event dedicated to honoring military service was held on Monday in Rock Falls. The Veterans Appreciation Program and Expo was be hosted at the Rock Falls Community Building on West 10th Street. State Senator Li Arellano, Junior, lead the initiative, aiming to ...
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BEST, Inc and IDES Job Search Workshop Empowers Local Job Seekers

Pictured left to right: David Schmit, Izzy Foltz, Jack Kromer, Tammy Nehrkorn and Colleen Neary. On Wednesday, October 29th, the Mount Carroll Public Library hosted a dynamic Job Search Workshop aimed at equipping attendees with essential tools for employment success. The event featured expert presentations ...
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Illinois Celebrates Adoption Awareness Month as Thousands of Children Find Permanent Homes

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services are shining a spotlight on Adoption Awareness Month. Over the past ten years, more than 20,000 children have found permanent homes across Illinois. This month and next, families statewide will participate in ...
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Illinois Launches Free Phone Minutes Pilot Program to Help Incarcerated Individuals Stay Connected

Illinois corrections officials are rolling out a new pilot program providing 775 free domestic phone minutes each month to individuals in custody. Set to run statewide through June 2026, this initiative is designed to strengthen family ties and support emotional well-being among the incarcerated ...
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Illinois Drivers Urged to Stay Alert for Increased Deer Activity During Fall Mating Season

As autumn colors sweep across Illinois and days grow shorter, state officials are renewing warnings about increased deer activity on the roads. The Illinois Department of Transportation and Department of Natural Resources have highlighted that deer-vehicle collisions peak during the fall mating season, particularly ...
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Congressman Eric Sorensen Urges End to US China Trade War as Exports Plunge and Bankruptcy Fears Rise

The ongoing trade dispute between the U.S. and China is hitting Illinois farmers hard. Congressman Eric Sorensen is leading a call to President Trump, urging him to resolve the trade war immediately. With President Trump and China’s President Xi preparing for critical talks this ...
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Illinois Launches $50 Million Loan Program to Aid Federal Workers During Shutdown

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs has announced a $50 million initiative to support federal employees impacted by the ongoing government shutdown. The funds will provide zero-interest and low-interest loans through a network of participating banks and credit unions across the state. It's estimated that ...
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