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Obituary-Betty Fulfs
Betty Fulfs, 71, of Sterling, IL, died at Rock River Hospice House after a battle with lung cancer on December 7, 2023.
Lady Panther Suffer Setback
Kennedy Buck was the only Panther in double digits with 17 points while Hannah Huisman and Sydney Schwartz each contributed 7 for the 4-4 Panthers.
Weidel Named EP Softball Coach
The first step for the new coach is to lineup a coaching staff and set up off season activities to get his players ready for opening day on March 15th.
Letter To The Editor: Light Up The Park Committee Thanks Community for Turnout
My Fellow Community Members: An AMAZING first weekend at Light up the Park, right after the Christmas Parade! Thank you to those of you who
Festival of Trees a resounding success
The Rock River Hospice and Home family extends a sincere thank you to all the volunteers, tree decorators, donors, sponsors, and members of the community who helped make the 2023 Festival of Trees one to remember.
RNA Chapter 1570 Completes Matching Fundraiser
Royal Neighbors of America (RNA) Thomas Chapter 1570 successfully concluded their fundraising efforts by sponsoring a ham supper for the 501(c)(3) Tampico First United Methodist Church on November 8th.
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Upcoming Events
Schools
Prophetstown Elementary School Students Perform Their Holiday Program
Students at Prophetstown Elementary School held their annual holiday concert at the high school.
Planning for the future at PLT #3
Public presentations on the PLT #3 district facilities planning process were held Nov. 9 at the 6-12 Campus in Prophetstown and Nov. 29 in Tampico, with a sizable turnout at both sessions.
Tampico Elementary Student Senate Embarks on Service Initiative
The Tampico Elementary School Student Senate, comprised of 10 dedicated 5th-grade students, initiated their commitment to community service with a hands-on project. Two additional helpers joined the Senate for the undertaking.
Obituaries
Obituary – Andy J. Widener
Andy J. Widener, 74, of Fulton, died Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023 at Eagle Point Health Care Center of Clinton, Iowa, after a two-year battle with cancer.
Obituary-Betty Fulfs
Betty Fulfs, 71, of Sterling, IL, died at Rock River Hospice House after a battle with lung cancer on December 7, 2023.
Obituary-Terry R. Hohn
Terry R. Hohn, 77, of Rock Falls passed away December 2, 2023 at Rock River Hospice & Home.
Obituary-Ruth A. Kilroy
Ruth A. Kilroy, age 83, died Sunday, December 3, 2023 at Rock River Hospice & Home.
Sports
Panther Bowling Splits The Week
EP’s Lillian McWilliams rolled a 470 for high series for EP with Jolene Wells recording a 174 for high game.
Lady Panthers Fall At Shootout
Both teams were dialed in from long-range as they combined for 14 three-point shots in the contest the Wildcats’ Harr connecting on four.
Heflin Moved To Active Roster By Saints For Sunday Game
The game will be broadcast on Fox with a Noon kickoff from the Superdome with the 5-7 Saints hoping to end a three-game losing streak.
