Along the Rock: Celebrating 20 Years of Woodlawn Arts Academy | Winner’s Circle Fundraiser
On this episode of Along the Rock, host Emma Watts sits down with Christy Zepezauer, Executive Director of Woodlawn Arts Academy, to spotlight an exciting milestone and a can’t-miss community event.
Indie Rock Standout Bird Streets to Perform at Bishop Hill Creative Commons
Crossroads Cultural Connections will present an evening of melodic, timeless indie rock with Bird Streets on Wednesday, April 1st at Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Along the Rock: Creativity, Collaboration and Excellence | NFHS Citation Recipient Tim Schlegel
On this episode of Along the Rock, host Nathan Stahr sits down with Tim Schlegel, a driving force behind the success of the theater program at Sterling High School.
Obituary-David B. Otto
David B. Otto, 55, of Morrison, IL, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, IA.
Prophetstown Man Arrested in Kewanee, Charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substances
On March 25, 2026, at approximately 6:26 p.m., Detectives with the Kewanee Police Department Street Crime Unit conducted a traffic stop in the 100 block of West McClure Street.
Fundraising Fun at Allure of Prophetstown
Residents at Allure of Prophetstown held another bake sale in the Activity Room on Thursday, March 26th, with many thanks to the community for their support!
Obituary-Carmen Blasdell
Carmen Blasdell, 71, of Albany, IL, formerly of Fenton, IL, died Thursday, March 26, 2026, at MercyOne Medical Center in Clinton, IA.
Birthday Card Shower for Centenarian Don Strohman
The family of Don Strohman of Erie invites family, friends, and the community to mail him cards in honor of his 102nd birthday.
NLI Acquires 149 acres in Ogle County
On March 17th, Natural Land Institute (NLI) closed on 149 acres of land surrounding its 4-acre Beach Cemetery Prairie Nature Preserve, located at 11500 East Big Mound Rd., Davis Junction in Ogle County.
Easter Egg Hunts in the Area
Easter is on Sunday, April 5th this year, and local businesses and community groups are busy planning their annual Easter events.