Ensuring the Survival of Newly Planted Trees: Essential Care Tips for the First Three Years

Lots of trees get planted in April, at least in Illinois.
Obituary-Laurie Lynn Daniel

Laurie Lynn Daniel, 62, of Moline, Illinois, passed away peacefully at Genesis East Medical Center, Davenport, on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
Obituary-Ricky Lee Brandt

Ricky Lee Brandt, 66, lifelong resident of Mineral, IL passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025, at his home.
No Magic This Time For Lady Panthers

After a thrilling two-out seventh inning comeback win on Monday in Princeton the Lady Panthers could not find the magic for a last inning rally on Thursday as they fell to the Tigers 9-5. the loss puts the panthers at 8-7 on the season. The Tigers got off to a quick start scoring two runs […]
Erie Fire Department’s Pancake Breakfast on Sunday

Let the Erie firefighters cook you a tasty meal at their annual pancake breakfast on Sunday, April 27th.
Erie High School’s TRAC 8 Art Conference Winners

The Erie School District congratulates TRAC 8 Art Conference winners Kiera Ary, Jolene Wells, Ysabell Hamm, and Sophia Wheeler!
May Events at the Prophetstown Library

Mark your calendars for these May events at the Henry C. Adams Memorial Library in Prophetstown!
Tigers Make It Two In A Row Over EP

Despite a strong pitching performance by Evan Steimle, giving up just 2 earned runs and 6 hits through 5 innings, the Panthers could not find their offense and fell to Princeton for the second time this week 3-0 in Prophetstown on Thursday. The starting pitchers dominated the first four innings as neither team was able […]
Discover Invasive Plants, Garden Pests With Four Seasons Gardening Spring Webinars

URBANA, Ill. — While plants are waking up in backyards, parks, and gardens this spring, check in on the Four Seasons Gardening series webinars as another way to dig deeper, consider more plant options, strengthen management, and keep growing.
New Early Childhood Resource Hub Launches for Ogle, Whiteside, and Lee Counties

Families and caregivers in Ogle, Whiteside, and Lee Counties now have a new tool at their fingertips to help them navigate early childhood resources.