The Village of Dunfermline will host its long-standing summer tradition, the 57th Annual Chicken and Fish Fry, on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the Dunfermline Town Hall. Organizers have devoted months of preparation to ensure the event delivers both freshly cooked fare and a festive atmosphere for all attendees.

Long-time directors, Cynthia Rauschert and Michael Steelman have retired from the Boards of Farmers & Merchants State Bank of Bushnell and Prairieland Bancorp, Inc.

Monmouth College has received a nearly $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation to launch a new initiative aimed at increasing STEM degree completion among students with significant financial need.

On Thursday evenings, a quiet corner of the Parlin Ingersoll Library in Canton becomes a welcoming place for the rhythmic clack of needles, the soft hum of conversation, and the comforting presence of yarn in every hue.

The Abingdon Community Festival is once again transforming its fairgrounds into a nostalgic movie-watching experience under the stars.

Prairie Land Conservancy (PLC), in partnership with Illinois Extension and numerous dedicated private landowners, is thrilled to announce the return of the McDonough County Conservation Tour series!

Downtown Macomb will spring alive on Saturday, May 10, as the town square transforms into a vibrant marketplace of vendors.

When pioneers first came out here to Forgottonia, life was no picnic. Literally, they didn't have time for such foolishness as packing a picnic lunch and waltzing out to the park.

You may think that weed-free gardens don't exist, but they do. I have seen a few with my own eyes. Maybe you are in a small group of people who enjoy pulling weeds, but if you are like most people, they're your worst enemy.

It's the first thing you notice when you fly over Forgottonia. Those great big checkerboard squares that mark off the flat land below.

As a society, we’ve chosen convenience and solitude over adventure and connection. We often wait for the perfect day to experience the outdoors. But nature isn’t bound by perfection...

At BW Design Works, each grain tells a story. With over 40 years of experience, Bryon Walters of Galesburg creates finely crafted pieces that include jewelry boxes, river tables, cutting boards, and keepsake trays—works that often are as meaningful as they are beautiful.

Dalton Deener, an alumnus of Macomb High School and Western Illinois University, is preparing to undertake an extraordinary journey as a participant in Gear Up Florida—a grueling 1,000-mile cycling expedition from Miami to Tallahassee.

The Macomb Farmers Market is excited to announce the upcoming 2025 summer season! The market will be returning to Chandler Park in Macomb on Saturdays and Thursdays from 8am-Noon.

The Lewistown FFA traveled to the Illinois State Capitol to participate in Ag Legislative Day on April 9th, an annual event that highlights the significance of agriculture and agricultural education across the state.

Step into the enchanted world of Into the Woods, Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's beloved musical that intertwines classic fairy tales with a twist

Cornucopia Natural Market & Deli, a local leader in sustainability and natural living, is proud to celebrate the growing success of its Reusable Bag Token Program — an initiative that’s helping reduce waste while giving back to local organizations doing meaningful work.

Carl Sandburg College has reopened its Student Center following an extensive renovation project that marks a major step forward in the institution’s long-term campus master plan.

A once-in-a-lifetime celebration is coming to Canton, Illinois, as the city marks its bicentennial with a weeklong festival from June 20 to June 29, featuring historic tours, concerts, and community events that highlight the city's rich past and vibrant culture. Here are just a few of the highlights to look forward to: