
PAHS to Host Open House on Saturday, August 8
The Prophetstown Area Historical Society Museum will have an Open House on Saturday, August 8th from 12-4 p.m., coinciding with the 2nd annual Make A Farmer Festival in downtown Prophetstown.

The Prophetstown Area Historical Society Museum will have an Open House on Saturday, August 8th from 12-4 p.m., coinciding with the 2nd annual Make A Farmer Festival in downtown Prophetstown.

When reading any book, it can be exciting for your hometown to be used as a setting—that little thrill in feeling like you’re part of the story, not just a passive reader.

This August, Sterling Public Library and the Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society will host a presentation following the Orphan Train through its 75-year history, beginning in the 1800s on through to the early 1900s.

For 150 years, the Morrison Fire Department has stood as a symbol of courage, commitment, and community service.

Celebrate America 250 with the musical story of founding father Alexander Hamilton at a free movie showing of “Hamilton” on Sunday, July 12th.

The 50th annual reunion of the Peter and Catherine (Schrock) Naftzger family will be held on July 12, 2026 at St. Ambrose Church Hall, 820 5th St., Erie, IL.

The Lyndon Area Historical Society will host a Game Session on Wednesday, July 15th from 1-3 p.m.

On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long spoke with Reagan Run Director Nancy Varga about the history of the event, what’s new for 2026, and why the race continues to have a lasting impact on the Dixon community.

MORRISON, IL — Post Commander Larry Zuidema recently presented Resthave resident and Legionnaire Marvin Geerts with an 80-Year Membership Certificate, recognizing an extraordinary lifetime of dedication and service to The American Legion.

Rockford, IL – An allée of historic Sugar Maples (Acer saccharum) is being recognized as the July Tree of the Month through NLI’s Legacy Tree Program.
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