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June 07, 2025
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What's the future look like for Morrison? Strategic plan results give glimpse of the possibilities

What's the future look like for Morrison? Strategic plan results give glimpse of the possibilities

$100,000 grant award announcement Monday night coincides with council’s acceptance of newly completed strategic plan.

By Charlene Bielema●
December 10, 2024 at 5:17 pm CST

Rock Falls council hears follow-up to failed public safety sales tax referendum

Rock Falls council hears follow-up to failed public safety sales tax referendum

The Rock Falls City Council heard a report Tuesday night about the consequences of a failed referendum that would have instated a 0.5% sales tax throughout Whiteside County to help fund emergency dispatch services.

By George Howe Shaw Local News Network●
November 20, 2024 at 4:00 pm CST

Former Dixon mayor lands state Senate seat, wants to tackle state debt repayment, pensions, education spending

Former Dixon mayor lands state Senate seat, wants to tackle state debt repayment, pensions, education spending

Li Arellano Jr., who won an uncontested race during Tuesday’s general election, says he is ready to hit the ground running for the 37th District. He will serve a four-year term.

By Brandon Clark●
November 07, 2024 at 5:00 am CST

2024 Election: Dixon’s Fritts leads in Illinois House District 74 race; public safety sales tax defeated

2024 Election: Dixon’s Fritts leads in Illinois House District 74 race; public safety sales tax defeated

Lee County voters support Amboy, Harmon fire departments' merger.

By Charlene Bielema and Payton Felix●
November 06, 2024 at 9:34 am CST

Dixon candidate forum: Housing, education lead topics during 74th House District debate

Dixon candidate forum: Housing, education lead topics during 74th House District debate

Brad Fritts, who is the current 74th House District representative and was named the Republican nominee in March, squared off against David Simpson, the Democratic nominee, during a candidate forum Tuesday night at The Dixon: Historic Theatre.

By Payton Felix●
September 27, 2024 at 5:00 am CDT

Third annual Sweet Corn Day a success

Third annual Sweet Corn Day a success

Over a hundred attendees came out to eat corn and enjoy the many festivities.

By Shaw Local News Network●
August 17, 2024 at 12:00 pm CDT

Because You Asked: How property taxes are collected in Whiteside, Lee and Ogle counties

Because You Asked: How property taxes are collected in Whiteside, Lee and Ogle counties

As the old saying goes, there are two things you cannot outrun: death and taxes. While both can be scary, a little information can make taxes less terrifying.

By Brandon Clark●
August 10, 2024 at 12:00 pm CDT

Morrison selects company for electric aggregation program

Morrison selects company for electric aggregation program

Morrison city officials have selected MC Squared Energy Services (mc²) to serve eligible residents and small business customers with electric supply services.

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 03, 2024 at 6:00 pm CDT

Extension courses offered in Whiteside, Carroll counties

Extension courses offered in Whiteside, Carroll counties

Looking for something to do? Here is a list of upcoming Extension courses set in Whiteside and Carroll counties.

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 19, 2024 at 3:00 pm CDT

Fulton downtown streetscape plans under development

Fulton downtown streetscape plans under development

As they work to get a plan in hand, Fulton’s city leaders are pushing toward a downtown redevelopment plan that would replace all infrastructure on its main business thoroughfare, and could lead to more upgrades for other streets as well.

By Charlene Bielema●
June 17, 2024 at 10:32 am CDT
Fulton continues construction projects at park, city hall

Fulton continues construction projects at park, city hall

Construction on city hall has been progressing, with painting and electrical work expected to be finished within the week. Carpeting should arrive within the next week, and audio and visual equipment installation is about a month out.

By Anakin Weston Shaw Local News Network correspondent●
June 13, 2024 at 8:05 am CDT
Whiteside County lands $1 million public health services grant

Whiteside County lands $1 million public health services grant

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded the $1,045,348 grant as part of its Health Center Cluster program.

By Charlene Bielema●
June 04, 2024 at 3:34 pm CDT

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