‘Our Place on the Freedom Trail’ at Next Fulton Museum Program
The Fulton (Martin House) Museum will host its monthly program on Sunday, October 20th at 2:00 p.m. This month’s program pertains to the “Underground Railroad” as it relates to the strategic role played by Clinton County, IA, and Whiteside County, IL, in the years prior to the Civil War.
Program on Arnie “The Farmer” Beswick at Morrison Heritage Museum on Sunday
The Morrison Historical Society and City of Morrison are collaborating to recognize one of their most famous and widely-admired residents: Arnie “The Farmer” Beswick.
1ST Gateway to Celebrate International Credit Union Day
1ST Gateway Credit Union is all geared up for International Credit Union Day on Thursday, October 17.
Obituary-Georgianna M. (Polte) Brandt
Georgianna M. (Polte) Brandt, 83, of Phoenix AZ, died Thursday, October 10, 2024 at Astoria Assisted Living Group Home.
Extension News: How to Overwinter Geraniums for Next Year’s Garden
Annual geraniums (Pelargonium) are among the most popular flowering plants grown in gardens. These easy-to-grow, low-maintenance plants provide color to landscapes from May until the arrival of frost.
Fiddlin’ Banjo Billy Mathews to Host Workshop in Prophetstown on Saturday
Calling all fiddle enthusiasts! Step back into the rich tradition of American old-time music with renowned fiddle champion and living legend, Billy Mathews, during a Fiddle Workshop in Prophetstown.
Obituary-Genevieve F. Nedbal
Genevieve F. Nedbal, 89, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, October 14, 2024 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL.
A Conversation with Chief Franks, Part II: Leaving a Mark
With over 30 years of service as a police officer for Prophetstown, Bruce Franks had many experiences that left a mark upon him, some of them quite sad, others inspirational.
Dinner & Music at Pat’s Table on Monday Night
The second Pat’s Table meal of the fall season was held on Monday, October 14, and consisted of a taco bake, corn, chips and salsa, a variety of pasta salads, an abundance of desserts, and live music!
Panther Points Preview – Mendota (video)
In this week’s interview the coach revisits some key moments of the Orion win, the importance of the Mendota game and the need for the Panthers to peak their performance as the season winds down.