As the funding from State and Federal sources has taken a nosedive in recent years, volunteers and support groups have helped to keep our programs first-rate. The time, materials, and money that have been given are what make the real difference in our school system. In recognition of their efforts, […]
The view north along Washington Street showed an almost tidy collection of building rubble, swept back from the street and sidewalk. Care had been taken. Owners/renters were involved in the clean up process on Wednesday, July 17, 2013, two days after an early-morning fire destroyed a series of buildings. Although […]
Courtroom 108 at the Sterling, IL, branch of the Whiteside County Courthouse, is compact–almost intimate–in size. There are only four short benches for public and the media. On Wednesday, July 17, 2013, spectators included just five female reporters, one of whom was journalist Chris Minor from WQAD, Channel 8. They […]
07-15-13 at 1:05 p.m. The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single-vehicle roll-over crash with multiple injuries on Interstate 88 at milemarker 29, rural Lyndon., IL. Upon arrival, Deputies spoke with the driver, Colton C. Elliot, age 23 of Bountiful, UT, who stated he fell asleep and lost control […]
Two water projects began Monday, July 15, and Tuesday, July 16, 2013, that will be completed this month. Gary Tresenriter, Director of Public Services/Acting City Administrator, said two more would begin the week of July 22. Tests will be made on the water tower, to see its reaction to future […]
Editor’s note: this report was filed by Jeff Whitten on Tuesday, July 16, 2013, for KWQC TV-6 News. “The Illinois State Police say that two juveniles have been arrested in Prophetstown, IL, in connection with the [Monday,] July 15, 2013, fire that destroyed several buildings in the Prophetstown Business District.” […]
In the midst of a devastating Main Street fire in the early morning hours of Monday, July 15, 2013, citizens of Prophetstown, IL, showed unity and gratitude to their firefighters at a large communal meal. Each Monday, volunteers at “Pat’s Table” serve free suppers to anyone from 5:00 to 6:00 […]
There will be a prayer service on Wednesday, July 17, 2013, beginning at 7:00 p.m., in Eclipse Square, Prophetstown, IL. The park in at the south end of Washington Street.
Prophetstown, IL, Fire Chief Keith Crady’s face displayed fatigue, sorrow, and resolve 11 hours after firefighters began a battle with a disastrous conflagration in his home town. On Monday, July 15, 2013, about 2:30 a.m., fireman Rick Woolums received a cry for help from resident Cindy Jean Erics. She lived […]
“The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood.” The American National Red Cross uses this plea prior to every blood drive it hosts. That is because there is never a surplus of healthy blood, to save the American citizens who desperately need it. One donation can save up […]
Alice M. Scuffham, age 91, of Sterling, IL, died Sunday, July 14, 2013, at Coventry Living Center in Sterling. Alice was born December 11, 1921, in Burlington, IL, the daughter of Henry and Mary (Nelson) Seyller. She married Harold Scuffham on October 10, 1942, in Burlington. Survivors include three sons, […]
Joan Olson, 90, of Resthave Retirement Home, Morrison, IL, died Sunday, July 14, 2013, at CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL. Joan was born May 3, 1923, in Lyndon, IL, to Arthur G. and Alice (Hook) Bierman. She was educated in the rural Whiteside County Grade Schools and was a graduate […]
The free, summer car cruise-in events continue on Friday, July 12, 2013, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The DQ Grill & Chill parking lot will offer display space for vehicle owners and interested viewers. The next cruise-in will be Friday, August 9, at the same time. Sunday, September 22, […]
The family and friends of Bob Wiersema, known as Bob’s Mob, have planned a fun-filled day for your entire family. Wiersema was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)–known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease–in 2012. The event is Saturday, July 27, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Fulton Middle School, […]