Panthers Fall In Regional Final
In a rematch of a regional championship match from last year, the EP Lady Panthers took on the Lady Rams of Riverdale in Byron on Thursday.
Nominations Open for 2027 Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards
The 2027 Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards (GVSA) application is now open and accepting nominees from all regions in Illinois.
Iowa Songwriter Robert Deitch to Bring Stories of Family & Second Chances to Bishop Hill November 1
Iowa Americana songwriter Robert Deitch will perform Sunday, November 1st at Bishop Hill Creative Commons, 309 N. Bishop Hill Street, bringing songs shaped by small-town life and a career that began far from the stage.
Along the Rock: Turning Loved Ones’ Clothing Into Huggable Memories
Some of our most meaningful memories are tied to the people we love and the everyday items they leave behind.
Illinois Extension Expands Environmental Outreach to Meet Growing Need
A handful of University of Illinois Extension staffing changes mean four more educators in the northern part of the state are sharing their energy, environment, and natural resources expertise with local communities.
Moore Foundation Funds New UTV for Prophetstown Fire Protection District
The Prophetstown Fire Protection District thanks the Moore Foundation for a $30,000 grant that allowed them to purchase a Polaris Ranger 1000 side-by-side to enhance their emergency response fleet.
Two Railroad Crossing Closures in November
The Whiteside County Highway Department announced that Union Pacific Railroad will be working on two crossings next month, which will require closure of the crossings from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Pet of the Week: Meet SpongeBob! This Sweet, Playful Puppy Needs a Forever Home
A friendly, affectionate puppy named SpongeBob is ready to find his forever home, and he could be the perfect addition to a family looking for a loving four-legged companion.
Good Growing: Ghostly Silhouettes and Giant Leaves – Kentucky Coffeetree
Good Growing is a celebration of all things horticulture, including the weird and wild things of nature.
Prophetstown Library Awarded Impact Grant from United Way of Whiteside County
The Henry C. Adams Memorial Library in Prophetstown has been selected by United Way of Whiteside County to receive an Impact Grant.