Panthers Deliver Upset On Senior Night

For the second game in a row EP showed they are primed for postseason as they took down the highly regarded Oregon Hawks on Thursday in Prophetstown by a final of 58-53.
Prophetstown Council Delays Mayoral Appointment

Prophetstown will have to wait another month before having a solution to their mayor’s recent resignation.
Local Author Thomas Nance Brings a Crowd to Prophetstown Library

Last month on a cold Monday night (January 26th), over thirty people braved subzero wind chills to support Prophetstown author Thomas Nance in a book signing and author presentation at the Henry C. Adams library in Prophetstown. Nance recently self-published his sports romance novel entitled “Trying For Home.”
Tampico Fire Department Hosting Fish Fry & Meat Bundle Raffle

The Tampico Fire Department invites the community to their annual fish fry on Saturday, February 21st starting at 5 p.m. at the Tampico Fire Station, 103 N. Main Street.
Governor Pritzker Awards $2.4 Million to 34 Companies Through Innovation Voucher Program, Announces Round III

CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced 34 awards totaling $2.4 million through the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program to promote small business growth and strengthen research collaborations across Illinois.
Illinois Extension Offers Support for Farmers Experiencing Economic Stress

As farmers across the state face mounting economic pressures, University of Illinois Extension reminds agricultural producers, advisers, and families that free help is available wherever you are.
Along the Rock: What is United Way? | Upcoming Events, Partnerships & More!

On this episode of Along the Rock, host Emma Watts welcomes Ashley Richter of the Lee and Ogle County United Way and Keri Olson of the Whiteside County United Way for an in-depth conversation about what United Way truly is and how it serves the community beyond the events many people already recognize.
Good Growing: How to Care for Flower Bouquets

A fresh bouquet instantly brightens a room and a mood, but keeping those flowers vibrant takes a little know-how.
Early Bird Registration Open for Midwest Summit on Leadership

Registration is now open for this year’s Midwest Summit on Leadership on Thursday, May 21st at The Historic Dixon Theatre!
Congressman Eric Sorensen Joins Bipartisan Effort to Increase Pay for Federal Correctional Officers

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is joining bipartisan legislation to raise pay for federal correctional officers and improve safety inside federal prisons, including facilities serving Illinois.