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AMERICAN LEGION: Legacy Scholarship Provides Relief, Funds For Aspiring Nurse

Rosa Valdes wants to emulate her father, Albert, who has taught her the value of service, selflessness and caring for family.

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CITY OF DIXON: "Dixon Park District to Postpone Expansion Referendum"

After consultation with the #DixonStrong Leadership Team, Dixon Family YMCA, Dixon School District, and the City of Dixon, Executive Director Duane Long has made a recommendation to his board to postpone the park district expansion referendum.

BYRON FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT: Bald Hill Winter Walking Tour

Take a guided walking tour of our Bald Hill Prairie Preserve in winter.

CGH MEDICAL CENTER: Plants As Medicine: 6 Facts To Know Before You Buy

Around the world, plants have been used as medicine since ancient times.

CITY OF LANARK: Census Bureau Looking for Census Takers

Be a Census Taker! $17.50/hour PLUS mileage paid at.58 cents/mile.

Whiteside among 93 Illinois counties with declining populations

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 11, 2020

Whiteside saw its population decrease by 2,852, or 4.9 percent, over the last decade, according to a new analysis from Wirepoints.org that is based on U.S. Census Bureau data.

Chicago Democrats breaking the backs of Downstate taxpayers, Rep. Chesney says

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 8, 2020

Illinois state Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) figures his Downstate constituents have at least $1.4 billion reasons to be demanding better treatment from Chicago Democrats.

BYRON FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT: Looking For A Venue To Have Your Reception And Outdoor Wedding Ceremony

If you're looking for a venue to have your reception and outdoor wedding ceremony!

CGH MEDICAL CENTER: Treating The Flu

If you get the flu, there are many remedies to help you feel better.

AMERICAN LEGION: Support Veterans And Families Who Need Our Assistance

It was a year ago when American Legion members, posts and staff members worked together to collect, process and distribute more than $1 million in Temporary Financial Assistance (TFA) grants for Coast Guard families who were ensnarled in the federal government shutdown.

CITY OF STERLING: Christmas Trees Will Be Collected The First |Two Full Weeks Of January 2020

Christmas trees will be collected the first two full weeks of January 2020, we hope they brought you cheer o' plenty.

CITY OF MORRISON: Be A Friend Of The Morrison Chamber

Ever thought about being a Friend of the Chamber?

AMERICAN LEGION: Envision Your Next Mission

Making New Year’s resolutions for your career in 2020?

FREEPORT AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Stephenson County Visitor Center Holiday Expo

The Stephenson County Visitor Center Holiday Expo is still on display through January 14.

CGH MEDICAL CENTER: How To Keep The Home Fires Burning Safely

This is the time of year when curling up in front of a fireplace seems especially nice.

CITY OF STERLING: USEPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant Proposal

The City intends to apply for a USEPA Cleanup Grant for the former Lawrence Brothers site.

OREGON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Business After Hours at Blackhawk Nutrition!

Come on out to Blackhawk Nutrition in Oregon, IL for a business after hours!

From Rock Island Today

Longtime patient advocate Rep. Swanson joins Lyme Disease Task Force

By Glenn Minnis | 19 days ago

Just months after leading the campaign to mandate insurance coverage for long-term antibiotic therapy for individuals with a tick-borne disease, Illinois state Rep. Dan Swanson (R-Woodhull) has now been appointed to the Lyme Disease Task Force.