Voter Registration, Early Voting, and Election Information

Whiteside County Clerk Dana Nelson wishes to inform disabled and elderly voters of the many aids and provisions for assistance in voting, at the upcoming election.  Her office welcomes inquiries by anyone who wishes to take advantage of these aids at the Tuesday, November 6, 2018, General Election. All polling

Sheriff’s Office Partners with NAMI Sauk Area

The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce that as of Wednesday, August 29, 2018, we have partnered with NAMI Sauk Area (National Alliance on Mental Illness).  NAMI Sauk Area advocates for access to services, treatment, support, and research.  The organization is steadfast in its commitment to raising awareness

Jazz Trio to Perform at Miller Program

The Volunteer Millers at de Immigrant Windmill in Fulton, IL, are proud to announce their monthly programming scheduled for Monday, September 17, 2018, at 6:00 p.m.  The event will be held at the Windmill Cultural Center, 111 Tenth Avenue, in downtown Fulton, across from the authentic Dutch windmill.  Monthly programming

2018 Youth Fishing Derby September 8

Editor’s note:  On Thursday, August 30, 2018, Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Michael Leighton submitted this announcement. “[The Sheriff’s Office has] received calls pertaining to the 2018 Youth Fishing Derby and its location at Rockwood State Park, with it being under construction.  Currently the docks are being replaced.  But keeping [with]

Change in Recycle Day Location

Due to flooding, the Community Recycle Day location has been changed from Water Works Park to the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, Winfield Street, Morrison, IL.  The event will still be Saturday, September 8, 2018, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., even if there is some rain that day.

Emmanuel Block Party Changed to September 14

Emmanuel Reformed Church, at the corner of S. Cherry and E. Morris Streets, Morrison, IL, invites all to its second annual, free Community Block Party.  The event date and time have been changed to Friday, September 14, 2018, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., on the lawn of the church.  The

Meet Five Democratic Candidates September 29

Converse with five Democratic candidates running for election in the upcoming General Election, during an Ice Cream Social on Saturday, September 29, 2018.  The meet-and-greet with dessert will take place at Whiteside County Democratic Organization Headquarters, 804 First Avenue, Rock Falls, IL. Ice cream and desserts will be served at

Teamsters Local Union Endorses John Booker

Booker for Sheriff announced Tuesday, September 4, 2018, that Whiteside County Sheriff candidate John Booker is honored to announce his endorsement by Teamsters Local Union #722. Local #722 says, “John Booker is a friend of labor,” and “the Union fully supports Booker in this upcoming Sheriff’s election.” “Booker is a

Submit Candidate Forum Questions by September 7

Morrison Chamber of Commerce and Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce invite questions from the public for four candidates, in an upcoming Candidate Forum, on Tuesday, September 18, 2018. It will take place from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., at Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portland Avenue (IL Route 78, south), Morrison,

Sensory Perception Room Relaxes and Calms Residents

A new Sensory Perception Room is a nice, quiet, getaway nook where residents at Resthave Home, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, can enjoy a soothing atmosphere.  This can be especially beneficial and relaxing to our residents with dementia, including Alzheimer’s, Lewy Body, Parkinson’s, Frontotemporal, Vascular, Creutzfeldt-Jacob, and Mixed Dementias. Please

First Presbyterian September 27 Free Community Meal

First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, September 27, 2018.  The building is handicap accessible.  Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing.   The church is located at the northeast corner

First Presbyterian September 13 Free Community Meal

First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, September 13, 2018.  The building is handicap accessible.  Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing.   The church is located at the northeast corner

Citizens for Schmidt Chicken Dinner September 24

CitizensforSchmidt.org cordially invites Whiteside County members of area communities to the Second Annual Family Chef Chicken Dinner, on Monday, September 24, 2018.  Bring your appetite and questions to ask candidate for County Sheriff, Sergeant Kris Schmidt. The meal includes George’s (batter-fried) Chicken; French fries; a beverage. Serving times are from

Sheriff’s Office Report of August 31

These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 8-30-18 at 11:20 p.m.  Whiteside County Deputies conducted a traffic stop on IL Route 40 near the W. 19th Street intersection, in Rock Falls, IL.  During the investigation of the stop, the driver of the vehicle,

August 28 Sheriff’s Office Motorcycle Crash Report

Charges listed are accusations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. On 8/28/18 at about 2:11 p.m., Deputies responded to a motorcycle crash at the intersection of State Street and Como Road.  Investigation revealed a 2003 Harley-Davidson motorcycle driven by Wesley C. Ivey, 49, of Lyndon, IL, was