Sourdough!! As all the outdoor activities wind down, I spend a lot more time inside baking. I begin baking homemade bread, pretzels, crackers, and pancakes, all using my sourdough starter.

As the weather plunges into the icy grip of winter, the wind howls through barren branches, and daylight slips away earlier and earlier with each evening.

Where do you go to get local news (real or fake)? How about sports? And the latest, juiciest gossip?

Outside of Canton, Snowman's Reindeer Farm is a delightful labor of love operated by Jason and Dawn Parsons, its new stewards.

On the picturesque Seminary Street, JT’s CarmelKorn Station stands out with its carnival-like striped storefront and the unmistakable aroma of freshly made caramel corn.

In a cozy corner of Galesburg's Wordsmith Bookshoppe, young readers will find a vibrant new addition to their shelves: What's In The Jungle, the debut children's book from author and illustrator Ketra Simpson.

The Bi-County Youth Coalition spent the morning of November 20, honoring the veterans of Warren and Henderson County.

More than 1,000 students in Galesburg Community Unit School District #205 are now riding to and from school on electric buses, a first for the district.

In a testament to the enduring community interest in local history, the Canton Area Heritage Center has expanded its space at 111 South Main Street.

As the holiday season approaches, a Monmouth tradition continues its mission to combat hunger in the community. The 24th annual Freezing for Food fundraiser will take place December 4, 5, and 6 at the Save-a-Lot Food Store, 200 N. Main St. in Monmouth, running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day.

Macomb’s beloved holiday celebration, Dickens on the Square, returns to the historic downtown for its 30th year with a weekend full of festive traditions and new highlights.

The new historical marker at 423 East Washington Street—the home where immunologist Ruth Tunnicliff was born and raised—was dedicated last Saturday, October 26.

The Canton Elks Lodge #626 will hold its Annual Charity Ball on Saturday, December 14, an evening of community, camaraderie, and philanthropy.

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.