Lady Panther Wrestlers Battle Geneseo

In their final tuneup before heading into the postseason, the EP Lady Panther wrestlers hosted a dual meet with Geneseo on Monday night in Erie.
Along the Rock: Travel Back in Time and Across the Globe with WACC CEO Students’ Fundraising Dinners

On this episode of Along the Rock, host Emma Watts welcomed Micki Worrel and Emmy Burger from the Whiteside Area Career Center CEO classes to discuss the fundraising dinners their respective classes are hosting and the work that goes into bringing these community events to life.
Obituary-Iva Mae Dorathy

Iva Mae Dorathy, 95, of Erie, IL, died Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Allure of Sterling in Sterling, IL.
Junior Achievement Invites Community Members to Volunteer in Classrooms This Spring Semester

Junior Achievement of the Heartland is seeking community members to volunteer in local classrooms this spring, helping students build skills in financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship.
Obituary-Danny “Dan” Ray Rick

Danny “Dan” Ray Rick, 78, of Erie, IL, died Saturday, January 24, 2026, at his home.
Bishop Hill Heritage Association’s Annual Meeting on February 7

On Saturday, February 7th, the Bishop Hill Heritage Association (BHHA) will be having an annual meeting at the Steeple Building Museum, located at 103 North Bishop Hill Street, Bishop Hill, IL.
Prophetstown Masons Award Scholarship to Blake Geuns

Prophetstown Masonic Lodge #293 congratulates Blake Geuns for winning the Arlyn Koehler Memorial Scholarship. Geuns is attending Iowa State for business.
Rock Falls Officially Named Home of the Largest “Touch A Truck” Event in the Country

Touch A Truck of Rock Falls has officially earned national recognition as the largest Touch A Truck event in the United States, event organizers have announced.
Nasty Bingo at the Erie Public Library

Looking for a bingo night with a twist? The Erie Public Library invites you to Nasty Bingo on Tuesday, February 3rd at 6:30 p.m.