Annual Library Report Presented to PLT #3 Board of Education
The PLT #3 Board of Education covered several topics at their meeting on Wednesday, October 28th including updates on district facilities, the annual library report, a proposed student trip to Costa Rica, and the possibility of late-start days for professional learning.
Obituary-Betty Jane Richey
Betty Jane Richey, 95, formerly of Cordova, Illinois, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Westview Care Center, Britt, Iowa, surrounded by her daughter, Beth, son-in-law Greg, and all her exceptional nurses at Westview Care Center.
Erie Elementary Principal Named Administrator of the Year by Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom
Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom honored their 2027 Administrator of the Year on Friday: Mrs. Kali Livengood of Erie Elementary School!
Halloween House Decorating Contest Winners
Rock Falls Tourism just wrapped up its 5th Annual Halloween House Decorating Contest!
Morrison High School to Host Veterans Day Recognition Assembly on November 10
Morrison High School will host a Veterans Day Recognition Assembly on Tuesday, November 10th from 12:00-12:40 p.m.
From Church-Basement Songs to Film Soundtracks, Lewis Knudsen Comes to Bishop Hill November 6
Lewis Knudsen writes and records in the basement of his church in the Quad Cities, but his songs have traveled well beyond the neighborhood.
Erie School Board Recognizes Student Athletes, Approves Middle School Renovation Bids
The Erie Board of Education had a full room at the start of their meeting on Monday, October 26th as they recognized student athletes and coaches for their successful fall seasons.
OSF Saint Katharine OB/GYN Team Hosts Second Annual Nourish the Journey 5K
The OSF Saint Katharine OB/GYN team hosted its second annual Nourish the Journey 5K on Saturday, October 24th, welcoming 95 participants to celebrate and honor breastfeeding journeys.
Winter Wonderland House & Business Decorating Contests in Rock Falls
Rock Falls Tourism is excited to announce the upcoming Winter Wonderland House and Business Window Decorating Contests.
As Daylight Saving Time Ends, Test Your Smoke Alarms as You Turn Your Clocks Back
Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 1st and the American Red Cross of Illinois encourages everyone to TEST their smoke alarms as they TURN their clocks back to make sure the devices are working.