Cornucopia Natural Market and Deli joined in the autumn festivities with their Fall Festival on Sunday, October 20th, drawing an excited crowd from 11am to 4pm.

The Farmington Area Public Library District celebrated the 10th anniversary of its current building last Saturday with a community gathering filled with speakers, music, and family-friendly activities.

In a committed effort to reshape the early childhood education landscape in Illinois, Birth to Five Illinois has been making significant strides within Fulton County. This initiative, launched in 2022, aims to amplify community voices and enhance access to high-quality Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) services across the state.

Thrive Community Services has announced changes to its leadership and board of directors, continuing it's commitment to serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The Historic Ellisville Opera House proudly presents

Jack Neary’s Jerry Finnegan’s Sister directed by Kenny Knox

on November 8, 9 and 10.

When Monmouth College added a marketing major earlier this year, that caused one of its biggest advocates, business professor Mike Connell, to reflect on his three decades on campus.

An exhibit of books by the most prolific current author focused on Illinois history, John Hallwas, was officially dedicated at the 125th WIU anniversary celebration, on October 18, at Western Illinois University’s Malpass Library.

The World War II Live History Exhibit, hosted through a collaboration between the Macomb Park District, the Western Illinois University (WIU) Department of History, and the WWII Historical Reenactment Society, took up camp at Veterans Park and the WIU Campus Mall on October 18th and 19th.

As the colorful notes of fall replace summer, Monmouth College has again resounded with the evocative tones of bagpipes—a tradition deeply rooted in the institution's history.

With a quiet, often overlooked history stretching back to the 19th century, the Knox County Nursing Home stands today as a symbol of enduring community care.

This weekend, Walnut Grove Farm will welcome the holiday season as it hosts its annual Holiday Market, inviting the community to kick off the holidays with a celebration of local craftsmanship.

Whether you know them as the purple and gold, your alma mater, or think of Rocky the Bulldog, WIU has a special place in Forgottonia's heart. Until recently, this commonly known underdog has struggled to prove itself on the gridiron

The Tromp-as-Writ Weaving Guild has been quietly weaving its way through the history of Knox, Warren, McDonough, and Henderson counties.

On Saturday, November 9th, the Spoon River College Softball Team will transform the college’s Multi-Purpose Building into a kingdom of magic, fun, and regal charm.

Just outside Knoxville, Prairie Moon Farm, owned by John and Miranda Karban, has become a beloved seasonal destination for locals and visitors alike.

The annual Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive wrapped up for the 2024 year with vibrant colors, sunny skies, and bustling crowds despite warmer temperatures for three of the four days

With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, Maple Avenue Christian Church in Macomb is once again preparing its annual Thanksgiving Dinner Basket event, a tradition that has served the community for over 15 years.

Blackthorn Hill Nature Preserve is a place of natural beauty, wildlife conservation, and outdoor education. Managed by the Western Illinois Nature Group (WING), the 110-acre property combines ecological stewardship with public access and recreational opportunities.