Panther Volleyball Celebrates Season
There was plenty to celebrate when the EP Lady Panther volleyball team gathered recently to recognize both individual and team accomplishments from their season. The Panthers continued their momentum from last year as they accomplished back-to-back undefeated TRAC East conference championships and notched 30+ win records in consecutive seasons. The squad won two tournament titles. […]
Troop 94 Christmas Wreath Fundraiser at Hometown Hardware & Envy Boutique
The Christmas wreaths that Scout Troop 94 had ready for Saturday’s festivities that were canceled can now be purchased at two downtown Prophetstown businesses during their regular hours.
Public Notice on Removing Empty Containers from Streets
The City of Prophetstown would like to remind residents to have your empty garbage and recycling containers out of the street no later than 9 a.m. on the day after the scheduled collection.
Rep. Spain’s Annual Holiday Diaper Drive to Culminate with Drive-Thru Donation Event Dec. 12
PEORIA – State Representative Ryan Spain (R-73rd District) invites constituents to spread some holiday cheer to families in need this year by donating to his annual Holiday Diaper Drive.
2025 Lucia Nights in Historic Bishop Hill
Historic Bishop Hill invites you to join their 2025 Lucia Nights (Festival of Lights) celebration on Friday, December 12th and Saturday, December 13th from 6 to 9 p.m.
PLT Education Foundation Funds 3D Printers for Middle School
Last spring, the PLT Education Foundation generously agreed to fund a grant for the purchase of two 3D printers for the Middle School STEM program. The Bambu Lab A1 printers are being used by PLT 6th, 7th, and 8th graders during their STEM classes for various projects.
The Week Ahead: December 4-10, 2025
Here’s a roundup of local and regional events for the upcoming week:
Obituary-Leslie E. “Pete” Williams
IOWA CITY, IA – Leslie E. “Pete” Williams, age 86, of Erie died Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at the VA Hospital in Iowa City.