Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) arrested 35-year-old Alex D. Leatherman of Sterling, on one count of Possession of Child Pornography (Class 2 Felony), and one count of Disseminating Child Pornography (Class X Felony). On Tuesday, March 21st, DCI Zone 2 Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force was investigating a case of…
The 2nd Annual Bellson Music Fest will be held Saturday, June 10th, at the RB&W District in Rock Falls, IL. This event is being planned to carry out the legacy of Louie Bellson who was born in Rock Falls and became the renowned drummer, composer/arranger and band leader. At age 15, Bellson pioneered the double-bass…
The Whiteside County Highway Department has announced the removal of the posted spring weight limits for County Highways. The removal of postings will go into effect on Monday, March 27th. (Township roads may vary, so it is suggested that each township be contacted regarding their postings.) For questions concerning the postings on County Highways, please…
Ella Brooks, of Prophetstown, has earned the National Junior Angus Association’s (NJAA) Bronze and Silver awards, according to Caitlyn Brandt, events and junior activities director of the American Angus Association® in Saint Joseph, Mo. Brooks is the 18-year-old daughter of Jeff and Shelley Brooks and attends Western Reserve Academy. She is a member of the NJAA…
In his ongoing desire to help develop dialogue regarding agricultural issues impacting the largest industry in Illinois, State Senator Win Stoller (R-Germantown Hills) hosted an Agriculture Advisory Committee meeting on March 14th in Sterling. Sen. Stoller brought together local farmers, farm bureau representatives, Director Jerry Costello of the Illinois Department of Agriculture, and other agricultural…
On Sunday, March 19th, at approximately 10:21pm, the Sterling Police Department was dispatched to a car versus pedestrian accident in the 1800 Block of West Lincolnway, Sterling. Investigation revealed that a pedestrian, who was walking eastbound in the southern lane, moved into the path of an eastbound vehicle driven by Kyle J. Nicewanner, 23, of…
House Republicans in the Illinois House of Representative met in a capitol press conference Thursday morning to discuss what many in the state and country are calling “the current drug of choice.” The opioid crisis is a public health epidemic taking lives at an alarming rate, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, and…
CGH Medical Center will hold a Nursing Open House for new RN and LPN graduates on Tuesday, March 28 from 5-7 pm in the CGH Main Clinic Lobby, 101 East Miller Road, Sterling. Meet our team and learn about CGH’s excellent day-one benefit packages, sign on bonuses, paid time off, continuing education support, and more! To RSVP, or for more information, contact Jennifer…
The Whiteside Forum will host a panel discussion on Sunday March 26th in the Community Room of the Odell Public Library talking about agriculture today. The title of the presentation is “Farm Life, Feeding the World and Future Farmers” and the panel will include: Kevin Larsen, Agriculture Professor, Sauk Valley Community College; Rachel Eissens, US Department of…
The Morrison IL American Legion Post 328 celebrated Legionnaire Bob Brands 93 birthday and The American Legions 104th birthday. Post Commander Larry Zuidema (left) presented a cake to Bob to commemorate both birthdays. Even at 93, Bob is very active in the Post to include performing at funerals, parades, flag placements (just to mention a…