Panther Boys Drop Close One

The EP Panther boys baseball team dropped a hard fought contest to rival Riverdale 5-3 Friday afternoon in Prophetstown. The game was played on a chilly misty afternoon and both teams had numerous baserunners throughout the contest but not enough clutch hits to score more. The visitors jumped on Panther starter Evan Steimle taking advantage […]
Softball Panthers Fall To Powerful Rams

The EP Panther girls hosted another strong Riverdale squad Friday afternoon and suffered an 11-3 setback. Riverdale entered the contest with a 15-4 record and the Panthers now stand at 9-9 with a couple weeks left in the season. Both teams had baserunners in the first two innings but neither team was able to cross […]
Prepping a Community Garden & More at PLT 6-12 Campus Service Day (Photos)

The PLT 6-12 Campus held its annual Community Service Day on Wednesday, April 30th, giving students and staff the opportunity to work together while making positive contributions to their community.
Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office Implements New Inmate Mail Procedure To Enhance Safety and Security

Morrison, IL — Effective May 1, 2025, the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office has implemented a new inmate mail processing procedure aimed at improving the safety of both jail staff and inmates while streamlining the delivery of mail.
Sorensen Announces Winner of 2025 Congressional Art Competition

PEORIA, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced today that Sara Jorgensen, a senior at Peoria Notre Dame High School, is the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Illinois’ 17th District.
Illinois Celebrates World Trade Month

CHICAGO – This May, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is celebrating World Trade Month.
Gunsmiths of Henry County Program in Bishop Hill on May 17

On Saturday, May 17th, the Bishop Hill Heritage Association will host Gunsmiths of Henry County, IL program by Curt Johnson, author of “Gunmakers of Illinois 1683-1900.”
EP Clay Shooting Team Selling Raffle Tickets

The Prophetstown and Erie High School Clay Shooting Team is selling raffle tickets to help fund their competitive events and supplies.
Emotional Intelligence Takes Center Stage at Sauk Valley Women’s Luncheon

The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce Professional Women’s Committee hosted a luncheon on Wednesday, April 30th at Champs Banquet Facility in Sterling, where over 100 people, mostly women, attended.
Ebenezer Church to Host Dinner and Free Program

The women of Ebenezer Reformed Church, 309 E. Park Street, Morrison, IL will host their annual Mother/Daughter/Friend event on Tuesday, May 13th.