‘Tis the Season for Prophetstown Lions Club ‘Toys for Kids’
Each year, the Prophetstown Lions Club works to bring the magic and joy of Christmas to local families who already struggle to make ends meet.
Prophetstown Community Blood Drive on December 8
First Lutheran Church in Prophetstown will host a Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday, December 8th from 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Obituary-JoAnn Mose
JoAnn Mose, 94, of Erie, IL, died Sunday, November 30, 2025, at Morningside of Sterling Senior Living, Sterling, IL.
PAHS Annual Christmas Cookie & Candy Sale on December 13
Mark your calendars for a local tradition — Prophetstown Area Historical Society’s annual Christmas Cookie & Candy Sale on Saturday, December 13th from 9 a.m. until noon. This year’s event is sponsored by Royal Neighbors Chapter 1570 of Tampico.
Christmas on the Square in Cambridge on Saturday
Cambridge is gearing up for one of its most cherished traditions: the annual Village on the Square Christmas Festivities, taking place Saturday, December 6th, in and around College Square Park.
Tampico Connection to NCAA Volleyball Tournament
Submitted by Renee Bierer: “Those of you who knew the Tampico High School volleyball teams from 1987-1990 will remember Kim Kurtz! Her daughter, Brenna, will be in the NCAA Volleyball Tournament starting on Friday playing for the University of Arizona! I’ve had the honor of watching her play when her mom, Kim Kurtz Ginder came […]
Free Swedish Vocal Folk Music Workshop in Bishop Hill on Saturday
Renowned Swedish vocal ensemble, Kongero, will teach a variety of Swedish folk songs and tunes in 2- to 4-part harmony – all by ear, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. at the Dairy Building in historic Bishop Hill on Saturday, December 6th.
History of Beaver Island at First Wild Winter Wednesday Program of the Season
The Windmill Cultural Center in Fulton is kicking off their weekly Wild Winter Wednesday programs on December 3rd.
Obituary-William J. Conboy
William “Bill” J. Conboy, 84, of Morrison, IL died Friday, November 28, 2025 at Resthave home.
State of Illinois Honored with International Award for Leadership in Innovation
The State of Illinois has once again been recognized on the global stage at the 2025 Startup Ecosystem Stars (SES) Awards in Paris, hosted by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and Mind the Bridge. The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) was recognized with the Startup Ecosystem Stars Award acknowledging the state’s international leadership […]