Along the Rock: Meet the World’s Youngest Museum Curator! Inside Anderson Taylor’s Collection
On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long welcomed Anderson Taylor and his father, John Taylor, to discuss the remarkable journey behind the Cambridge Natural History Museum and Anderson’s recent recognition as the Guinness World Records’ youngest male museum curator.
Darren Bailey to Headline Inaugural Lee & Ogle GOP Summer Event
Oregon, IL – Lee County Republicans Chairman Li Arellano, Jr and Ogle County Republicans Chairman Mike Koolidge are proud to announce the inaugural joint “Lee & Ogle GOP Summer Event,” which this year will be held at the Ogle County Fair with a headline visit by Darren Bailey, Republican nominee for Illinois Governor.
Obituary-Marilyn Jean Spaid
Marilyn Jean Spaid, 91, formerly of Erie, IL, died Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at the Silvis Center for Nursing and Rehab in Silvis.
Rep. Ryan Spain Provides Ammons Special Investigating Committee Update
Springfield – State Representative Ryan Spain (73rd District- Peoria) was appointed by House Republican Leader Tony McCombie to serve as Minority Spokesperson of the Special Investigating Committee (SIC) formed in the wake of federal criminal indictments against Democrat State Representative Carol Ammons.
EP Football Schedule Officially Announced
The IHSA released the official schedule for the upcoming football season on Wednesday with significant changes including a season that will begin a week earlier and playoffs that will expand by 128 teams.
Morrison to Hold Public Hearing for Waterworks Park Splash Pad Project
The City of Morrison is looking to make improvements at Waterworks Park to enhance the overall experience that the park provides and provide additional amenities for the City’s residents.
St. Mary of Tampico Hosting Summer Cookout at Rockwood State Park
St. Mary of Tampico parishioners will host a relaxing afternoon of food, fellowship, and fun at their Youth & Young Families Cookout at Morrison Rockwood State Park on Sunday, July 26th at 2 p.m.
Everyday Environment Series Returns with Nature-Based Solutions for Home and Community
Discover the power of working with nature.
First Electric Vehicle Charging Station in Illinois Built Through Federal Program Now Up and Running in Casey
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation was joined by community leaders in Casey on Wednesday to cut the ribbon on the first charging station built in the state through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program, with more to come soon.
Congressman Sorensen, Congressman Flood Launch Bipartisan Caucus Focused on the Weather Enterprise
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressmen Eric Sorensen (IL-17) and Mike Flood (R-NE) launched the Weather Enterprise Caucus for the 119th Congress.