The newly launched Sauk Valley Innovation Awards (SVIA) identifies and celebrates the region’s innovate businesses and acknowledges them for contribution to the region’s economy and livability. The program is a collaboration between the Whiteside County...
Trinity Insurance & Financial Services is thrilled to announce the opening of a Morrison office, at 127 E. Main Street in Morrison, IL. The Morrison branch which will be home to Amber Blumhoff, a fully-licensed financial representative. This office will also...
The Board of Directors of Blackhawk Hills Regional Council (BHRC) is seeking qualified applicants to serve on its 18-member governing board. One position is available in both Lee County and Whiteside County. A board member must be able to attend six meeting per...
On Sunday April 2, 2017, Citizens First Bank employees presented a donation to representatives of the Gateway After Prom committee. Pictured from left-to-right are Joshua Bolen, Heather Farwell, Haley Burken, Jean Buikema, Jessica Winkel, Barb Olsen, Kathy Forrest,...
Is there a shrimp harvest in Northwest Illinois’ future? The New Mexico Shrimp Co., headquartered in Mesquite, NM, has started to reach out to the Northwest Illinois region and is looking for potential partners. The company grows fresh, locally-grown...
