Rockets Run Rule Panthers
A walk off grand slam gave the Rock Falls Rockets a 17-7 win over the EP Panthers on Monday in Rock Falls. The big blow came in the sixth inning with two outs. EP put up a three spot in the first inning as Evan Steimle hit a three-run bomb driving in Braedyn Frank and […]
EP Softball Defeats Rock Falls
The Lady Panthers picked up their fourth win in a row as they beat Rock Falls 7-1 on the road Monday. Starting pitcher Wynn Renkes looked strong giving up 5 hits,1 earned run, walking none, and striking out 15 in the seven inning contest. The junior threw an immaculate inning in the second, striking out the […]
NWS: Multiple Rounds of Storms This Week
The National Weather Service has provided an update regarding storms tonight, a slight possibility of storms tomorrow, and 2+ inches of rain Wednesday through Friday:
Bushy’s in Erie Rebuilding Front Entrance After ATM Theft
Nearly three weeks after an ATM bandit struck Bushy’s Erie in the middle of the night, repairs will soon be underway now that insurance has agreed to cover only half the repair costs.
Sunny Skies at Morrison Kiwanis & Key Club’s Easter Egg Hunt (Photos)
Sunny, clear skies provided an ideal backdrop for the March 28th Easter Egg Hunt at Kiwanis Park, hosted by the Morrison Kiwanis and high school Key Club.
Congressman Sorensen, Senators Durbin and Duckworth Oppose Army’s Attempt to Move Jobs Away from Rock Island Arsenal
WASHINGTON, DC— U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth and Congressman Eric Sorensen released the following statement in response to the Army’s attempt to move jobs away from Rock Island Arsenal:
Lee County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Theft and Arrests Three Individuals
On Sunday evening, March 22nd, Deputies with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested Bryan Kettley, age 26, of Dixon, and Codi Despain, age 20, of Dixon, following an investigation into a theft at the Nelson Township Building.
City of Morrison Announces Temporary City Hall Closures for System Transition and Staff Training
The City of Morrison would like to inform residents, businesses and other stakeholders that City Hall will be closed intermittently through July 2026 to accommodate staff training and the implementation of a new computer system.
Tampico Lions, RNA Chapters Host Bunny Hop in Tampico
Tampico Lions Club #280 and the Royal Neighbors of America (RNA) Prophetstown Adult and Jr. Chapters hosted a Bunny Hop on Saturday, March 28th at Booth Park in Tampico.
Obituary-Richard “Rick” L. Dodd
Richard “Rick” L. Dodd, 78 of Rock Falls, died Friday, March 27, 2026.