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Local Illinois State Poetry Contest Winners!

Congrats to ISP Winners: Ryan Partington, Brooklyn Smith, Matthew Murray!The state of Illinois sponsors a yearly poetry contest for students grades 6-12.The contest is open to all enrolled students in public and private institutions as well as home-schooled individuals. In grades 9-12 for the ...
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Rep. Fritts Hosts Rx Drop-Off Drive

State Representative Bradley Fritts (R-Dixon) will be hosting a prescription drug drop-off event on Thursday, May 13th, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event will take place in the parking lot of the Mendota Civic Center, located at 1901 Tom Merwin Drive in ...
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Sheriff’s Office Update on Traffic Fatality

On Wednesday, April 30th, at approximately 3:36 PM, the Whiteside County 911 Center received a report of a traffic crash in the 18000 block of Lomax Road involving a sport utility vehicle (SUV) and a dirt bike (motorcycle). Upon arrival, deputies located a 13-year-old male who ...
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Four Victims from Chatham YNOT Camp Identified, Medical Emergency May have Contributed to Crash

Illinois State Police (ISP) continue their investigation into a tragic crash that occurred on April 28 at the YNOT After School Camp in Chatham. A vehicle driven by Marianne Akers, 44, left the roadway, traveled through a field, and drove through the camp building, ...
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Cultivating Mental Health Awareness in the Farming Community

May marks National Mental Health Awareness Month—a timely reminder, especially in the agricultural community, that strength includes recognizing personal challenges. Farmers and ranchers are often praised for self-reliance, but no one should bear emotional burdens alone. Stress, uncertainty, and constant care for others can ...
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Congressman Eric Sorensen Advocates for LGBTQ+ Rights with Equality Act Reintroduction

Congressman Eric Sorensen of Illinois is once again championing LGBTQ+ rights by helping reintroduce the Equality Act. This legislation aims to establish clear protections for LGBTQ+ individuals, covering employment, housing, credit, education, public spaces, federally funded programs, and jury service. Sorensen, the first openly ...
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Illinois Launches Initiatives to Support Foster Families and Youth

Illinois DCFS is highlighting National Foster Care Month by rolling out new initiatives to assist families and youth across the state. Among the latest efforts are Emergency Resource Homes, designed to provide immediate safe placement for children, and the KIND Act, which streamlines the ...
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Ridgely Elementary Shines as Winners in Illinois State Fair Postcard Contest

Ridgely Elementary students have been announced as winners in the annual Illinois State Fair postcard contest.  Six student designs were selected out of numerous entries and will be featured on official postcards available throughout the fair. This achievement highlights local talent and creativity. Students ...
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Illinois Commerce Commission Warns Residents to Verify Movers to Avoid Scams

The Illinois Commerce Commission is sounding the alarm on moving scams, advising residents to thoroughly research and verify a company’s credentials before hiring. Officials highlight the necessity of confirming proper licensing, as failing to do so can result in costly losses and stressful experiences. ...
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Chicago Firefighting Community Mourns Loss of Captain David Meyer

Chicago’s firefighting community is in mourning after the tragic loss of Captain David Meyer, a 54-year-old veteran who served nearly three decades with the department. Meyer died last week when a garage roof collapsed as he battled a suspicious blaze. Authorities have charged one ...
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Reflecting on 50 Years Since the Fall of Saigon and Its Lasting Impact

Today marks 50 years since the fall of Saigon, a pivotal moment that ended two decades of conflict in Vietnam. The war left a heavy toll, with Vietnamese casualties estimated in the millions and thousands more lives lost throughout Cambodia and Laos. The Vietnam ...
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Eric Sorensen Fights to Protect Rock Island Arsenal Jobs and National Security

Congressman Eric Sorensen is pushing back against reported plans by the Department of Defense to cut jobs at the Rock Island Arsenal. During a House Armed Services Committee hearing, Sorensen emphasized the Arsenal’s essential role in maintaining military readiness and insisted that layoffs threaten ...
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