Whiteside County 9-1-1 Coordinator Named ETSB Coordinator of the Year
Congratulations to Whiteside County 9-1-1 Coordinator Katie Pilgrim, who’s been named the 2026 ETSB Coordinator of the Year for the State of Illinois!
Panther Points Preview: Playoffs – Warrensburg/Latham (video)
For the third year in a row the EP Panthers will take part in the IHSA Football Playoffs, with one big change; they will play their first-round game at home.
Strive Resident Uses Pink Heals Visit to Bring Attention to Mammogram Accessibility Challenges
Pink Heals of the Sauk Valley visited Strive in Prophetstown on Thursday, October 22nd to surprise resident Shelley Misch, who was recently diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer.
The Week Ahead: October 29-November 4, 2026
Here’s a roundup of local and regional events for the upcoming week:
Senator Arellano Meets with U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright at Byron Nuclear Facility
DIXON – State Senator Li Arellano Jr joined U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright and other elected officials at Constellation’s Byron Clean Energy Center on Tuesday to discuss the future of nuclear energy and energy policy in Illinois.
‘Outsmarting Scams & Fraud’ Presentation in Morrison on November 5
The Morrison Area Development Corporation is sponsoring a Coffee Hour with guest speaker Tiffany Tipton of Farmers National Bank, who will present “Outsmarting Scams & Fraud” on Thursday, November 5th at 8 a.m. at Urban Eats.
Along the Rock: Meet Local Authors at Sterling Public Library’s Annual Author Fair
The Sterling Public Library is bringing local writers together for a celebration of storytelling, creativity, and community.
EP Dance Team Celebrates Successful 2026 Football Season
The EP Dance Team is celebrating a great 2026 football season! As the season comes to a close, the team is recognizing its dancers for their hard work, dedication, personality, and contributions to the team.
DCEO, IRMA, Lawmakers Introduce EDGE Essentials Legislation to Support Independent Grocers and Pharmacies Across Illinois
CHICAGO – Today, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and the Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) announced support for HB5828 (EDGE Essentials) – new legislation that would create a streamlined package of tax incentives for independently owned grocery stores and pharmacies, helping small businesses invest in their operations, retain and hire workers, and continue serving communities across Illinois.
Obituary-Nancy “Nan” R. Carlson
Nancy “Nan” R. Carlson, 75, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Dixon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Dixon, IL.