JCE Co-op encourages members to enroll in auto pay through new SmartHub platform
JCE (Jo-Carroll Energy) Co-op announces launch of its new SmartHub member platform, designed to make managing accounts easier and more secure than ever. During the transition, the cooperative encourages all members to log in, set up a
Widow of Sterling firefighter testifies how 2021 fire death has affected her, 2 daughters

The widow of Sterling Fire Lt. Garrett Ramos, who was killed in the line of duty, testified at the Whiteside County Courthouse on Wednesday, telling a 12-member jury how her husband’s death has affected her and their
Dixon American Legion serving turkey dinner Friday night

The American Legion will be serving a turkey dinner with all the trimmings from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at Post 12, 1120 W. First St., Dixon.
Whiteside County property transfers for Nov. 3-7, 2025

Here’s a list of Whiteside County property transfers for Nov. 3-7, 2025.
Former Amboy resident to screen new UFO documentary in Dixon

Documentary film maker and former Amboy resident Daniel Shapiro will be screening his new film “STIGMA“ at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, at the Loveland House Community Center in Dixon.
United Way of Whiteside County launches emergency meal program for students

United Way of Whiteside County is launching an emergency weekend meals program beginning Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, to support school-age children affected by the ongoing SNAP benefit pause.
LeAnn Rimes sets 2025 Christmas tour, drops ‘Greatest Hits Christmas’ album

LeAnn Rimes will ring in the holidays with the launch of her Greatest Hits Christmas Tour. Rimes will perform fan favorites from her beloved holiday albums, along with highlights from her 30-year career. Rimes shared in a
Oscar-nominated actress Sally Kirkland dies at age 84

Sally Kirkland, the Oscar-nominated actor celebrated for her fearless performances and prolific career on both stage and screen, died Tuesday morning at a hospice in Palm Springs, California, according to her representative, Michael Greene. She was 84.
Reba McEntire to host 2025 ‘Christmas in Rockefeller Center’

Reba McEntire will host this year’s ‘Christmas in Rockefeller Center’ for the first time. NBC said in a press release that the annual two-hour event will air live on Wednesday, December 3rd, at 8 pm ET on
Reba McEntire to host 2025 ‘Christmas in Rockefeller Center’

Reba McEntire will host this year’s ‘Christmas in Rockefeller Center’ for the first time. NBC said in a press release that the annual two-hour event will air live on Wednesday, December 3rd, at 8 pm ET on