Panther Softball And Baseball Games Suspended
After a promising start, weather wise, both the EP baseball and softball games with Mendota in Prophetstown were suspended after just a few innings.
Morrison Earns 2025 Tree City USA Recognition from Arbor Day Foundation
The Arbor Day Foundation has named Morrison a 2025 Tree City USA in honor of its commitment to plant, grow, and maintain trees to benefit its community.
Illinois State Police Troop 1 Announces Monthly Activity for April
STERLING – Illinois State Police Troop 1 Captain Ken Benson has announced enforcement figures and activity for April.
Obituary-Gage William Smith
Gage William Smith, 14, of Fulton, IL, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026, at University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, IA.
Erie School Board Votes to Expand Scope of Middle School Renovations
After having a month to mull over potential renovations, Erie School District’s Board of Education voted to go big with the Middle School Master Facilities Plan at their meeting on Monday, April 27th.
Obituary-Mike Ryan
Mike Ryan passed away on April 7, 2026, at his home in Sun City, Arizona.
Grammy-Nominated Artist Ingrid Andress to Perform at Bishop Hill Creative Commons on May 11
Crossroads Cultural Connections is proud to present an extraordinary evening of live music with multi-Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Ingrid Andress on Monday, May 11th at Bishop Hill Creative Commons, with opening support from Angela Meyer.
Mother-Daughter Banquet & Program in Morrison on May 12
The women of Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison will host their annual dinner and program on Tuesday, May 12th to celebrate faith, family, and friendship.
New Data: Violent Retail Crime on the Rise in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois retail workers are facing rising levels of in-store violence tied to repeat and organized offenders, according to new data from global retail crime intelligence company Auror.
USDA Announces $52 Million to Boost Public Access to Private Lands for Hunting and Fishing
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing $52 million to help state and tribal and governments encourage private landowners to allow public access to their land for hunting, fishing and other wildlife dependent recreation through the Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program (VPA-HIP).