Panthers Win Regular Season Finale

EP added to their lead in the fourth with Zane Romero starting off the inning with a single and advancing to third on a throwing error. Another Rocket error, this time by the centerfielder on a fly ball hit by Tristan Hovey, scored Romero with Hovey ending up on third base.
Obituary-Dennis “Wade” Bolin

Dennis “Wade” Bolin, 54, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024.
Country Thyme Spring Craft Show on Saturday

At least 21 vendors will be set up at the Country Thyme Spring Craft Show on Saturday, May 11 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Antique Engine & Tractor Association’s red barns in rural Geneseo.
Lady Panthers Qualify Eight For State Track

Kennedy Buck won the shot put with the heave of 11.13m and will make a fourth trip to the state finals in the event.
SVCC Commencement on Friday, May 10

Sauk Valley Community College will host commencement ceremonies in-person for graduates and guests only on Friday, May 10 in the SVCC gym.
ISP Troop 1 Issues Monthly Activity Report

Sterling, IL – Illinois State Police Troop 1 Captain Joseph Blanchette has announced enforcement figures and activity for April.
Obituary-Weldon B. Wilkinson

Walnut, IL – Weldon B. Wilkinson, age 88, died Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at Rock River Hospice & Home, Sterling, IL.
Obituary-Joyce Elaine Tobin

Joyce Elaine Tobin, 89, formerly of Prophetstown, IL, died Monday, May 6, 2024, at Kewanee Care Nursing Home in Kewanee, IL.