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Georgianna M. (Polte) Brandt, 83, of Phoenix AZ, died Thursday, October 10, 2024 at Astoria Assisted Living Group Home.
Read the full story: Obituary-Georgianna M. (Polte) Brandt

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Obituary-Georgianna M. (Polte) Brandt

Calling all fiddle enthusiasts! Step back into the rich tradition of American old-time music with renowned fiddle champion and living legend, Billy Mathews, during a Fiddle Workshop in Prophetstown.
Read the full story: Fiddlin’ Banjo Billy Mathews to Host Workshop in Prophetstown on Saturday

Fiddlin’ Banjo Billy Mathews to Host Workshop in Prophetstown on Saturday

With over 30 years of service as a police officer for Prophetstown, Bruce Franks had many experiences that left a mark upon him, some of them quite sad, others inspirational.
Read the full story: A Conversation with Chief Franks, Part II: Leaving a Mark

A Conversation with Chief Franks, Part II: Leaving a Mark

In this week's interview the coach revisits some key moments of the Orion win, the importance of the Mendota game and the need for the Panthers to peak their performance as the season winds down.
Read the full story: Panther Points Preview – Mendota

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Panther Points Preview – Mendota

Remember the church ladies' spring and fall salad luncheons?
Read the full story: Community Fall Luncheon/Dinner in the Works at Prophetstown UMC

Community Fall Luncheon/Dinner in the Works at Prophetstown UMC

The Annual Beard Contest hosted by Rock Falls Tourism at Selmi’s Greenhouse and Farm Market was held on Saturday, October 5th. Eleven contestants registered for the judging and out of the eleven, five had participated before.
Read the full story: Whiskers and Wins: Highlights from the 2024 Annual Beard Contest in Rock Falls

Whiskers and Wins: Highlights from the 2024 Annual Beard Contest in Rock Falls

MACOMB, IL — The beauty of autumn in west central Illinois is not subtle. Amber swaths of blooming goldenrod are adorned by monarch butterflies under a bright blue sky, which only ends when it meets the expanse of Illinois River wetlands, filled with the calls of migrating birds.
Read the full story: Extension News: Illinois Master Naturalists Sow Seeds of Hope

Extension News: Illinois Master Naturalists Sow Seeds of Hope

In 2017, Larry and Connie Van Oosten went through a terrifying and unthinkable ordeal as they were abducted at gunpoint in their quiet, small, rural town of Erie, Illinois. 
Read the full story: Van Oostens to Share Their Story at Countryside Christian Church

Van Oostens to Share Their Story at Countryside Christian Church

Annual geraniums (Pelargonium) are among the most popular flowering plants grown in gardens. These easy-to-grow, low-maintenance plants provide color to landscapes from May until the arrival of frost.
Read the full story: Extension News: How to Overwinter Geraniums for Next Year’s Garden

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Extension News: How to Overwinter Geraniums for Next Year’s Garden

1ST Gateway Credit Union is all geared up for International Credit Union Day on Thursday, October 17.
Read the full story: 1ST Gateway to Celebrate International Credit Union Day

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1ST Gateway to Celebrate International Credit Union Day

Erie High School's Class of 1969 held their 55th class reunion at Harvest Bakery & More in Erie in September.
Read the full story: Erie High School’s Class of 1969 Holds 55th Class Reunion

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