Along the Rock: Rambling Days – Explore Dixon’s Hidden Natural Beauty by Car!
On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long welcomes Ana Smith, director of the Ruth Edwards Nature Center at the Dixon Park District, to talk about Rambling Days and the many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors throughout Dixon.
Panther Points Preview – Riverdale (video)
After picking up their sixth win against one loss last week in a victory over Mercer County, the EP Panthers will face a huge test this Friday as they travel to the cornfields of Port Byron to take on the 7-0 Riverdale Rams.
Christopher Paul Stelling to Bring Intimate Folk and Masterful Guitar Work to Cambridge October 11
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Christopher Paul Stelling will perform at Ca d’Zan House Concerts in Cambridge on Sunday, October 11th, bringing his intricate finger-style guitar work, road-tested vocals and deeply introspective songwriting to an intimate setting.
Fundraiser for the Next Historic Building Restoration Project by the Bishop Hill Heritage Association
To celebrate the Bishop Hill Heritage Association’s 65th anniversary next year and because it needs it, the BHHA is pleased to announce that they will be starting an exterior historic restoration of the 1854 Dairy Building next spring in Bishop Hill.
Obituary-Luman Gary Sibley
Luman Gary Sibley, 86 of Sterling, died Monday, October 5, 2026, at CGH Medical Center, Sterling.
Free Community Meal in Morrison on Thursday
First Presbyterian Church of Morrison will have a free monthly meal on Thursday, October 8th from 5-6:30 p.m.
Milledgeville UMC Taking Pre-Orders for Hamettes Fall Fundraiser
Milledgeville United Methodist Church is taking pre-orders for their annual Hamette Fall Fundraiser now through Sunday, October 25th.
Obituary-Robert “Bob” A. Whitten
Robert “Bob” A. Whitten, 66, of Fulton, IL, died Sunday, October 4, 2026, at LaBella of Morrison in Morrison, IL.
Obituary-Paul Walters
Paul Walters, 80, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at his home.
Dylan Doyle to Close Out 2026 Outdoor Concert Season in Cambridge October 13
Guitarist, singer and songwriter Dylan Doyle will perform at Ca d’Zan House Concerts in Cambridge on Tuesday, October 13th, closing out the venue’s 2026 outdoor concert season with a genre-blending mix of Americana, R&B, funk, blues and soul.