07/06/2024
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Events and Happenings in Prophetstown, Tampico, Lyndon, and Erie, Illinois and EP sports. It is very unique for a small community to have such a resource.
AroundPtown.com was started in 2015 by Dan Eyrich, a Prophetstown native with a 20-year career as a TV photojournalist. He credits his son Josh for the idea of bringing news and information to a small town on a web platform. After beginning to cover local activities on Facebook, Dan decided to move his endeavor to the web and make it a full-time job. In 2023, Dan and his wife, Sue, moved to Fort W
ayne, Indiana, to be closer to their grandchildren as they look forward to retirement. The business was sold to Janel Stahr of Rock Falls, who also owns and operates Stahr Media, along with her husband, Nathan. While their business focuses on website user experience and development, print graphic design and marketing, they both have a rich history in and passion for the news business. After meeting while both employed for the local newspaper, Janel went on to work for an agri-business magazine company and together they ran a weekly entertainment newspaper for two years. While getting started with Stahr Media, they also designed, edited and wrote for a local monthly newspaper. From 2010-2020, Nathan served as the IT director at PLT CUSD #3. Janel and Nathan can almost always be found within 3 feet of each other – usually commenting on politics and the news, of course – and they wouldn’t have it any other way! They reside in Rock Falls with their son, Quinn; their dog, Emmy; and their cats, Ozzy and Pixel. Their daughter, Grace, and her husband, Miguel, are finishing school in Platteville, Wisconsin, and plan to move back to the Sauk Valley area after graduation. The goal of AroundPtown.com is and always has been to serve the local area with the most accurate information available, allowing citizens to be well-informed on issues that affect them. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any comments, questions or concerns. Thanks for reading!
07/06/2024
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07/05/2024
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07/05/2024
Music, food, fireworks, and friendly competitions are all part of Prophetstown’s celebrations this weekend.
Friday, July 5 activities include Prophetstown Park District’s Streetscape, Run Around 5k, and One Mile Fun Run. The Winning Wheels Summer Concert Series at Eclipse Square Park will feature music by John Janssen from 7-9 p.m. with food and drink vendors Oorah BBQ, Sweet Butts Cotton Candy, Main Sq...
07/05/2024
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07/04/2024
Paula Burke and Maxon Vahle of Prophetstown, Cassidy Miller of Hooppole, and Lauryn Kuehl of Morrison are BHC East Campus students who graduated with honors in May 2024.
07/04/2024
The new customer kiosks from USDA’s Farm Service Agency are now available at every county office nationwide.
These kiosks help to streamline your visit to your local county office and easily access a variety of features such as signing FSA documents, utilizing the Loan Assistance Tool, browsing USDA programs, accessing the internet, accessing necessary personal information, and signing up for a Login.gov a...
07/04/2024
Happy 4th of July from all of us at Around Ptown and Stahr Media! 🇺🇸
07/04/2024
The Timothy Morris Band kickin’ off the 4th of July festivities in Prophetstown on Wednesday evening!
07/04/2024
At the council meeting on Tuesday, July 2, Mayor Bruce Peltier thanked residents, businesses, village commissioners, and crews from Public Works, Tampico Township, and Tampico Police for helping with the clean-up, as well as the Prophetstown Public Works Department for bringing a backhoe and Prairie Choice Grains for bringing a forklift to the clean-up efforts. “There were so many people who came to help from the community, and it was greatly appreciated,” he said.
ComEd reported 613 customers affected by the power outage, including the Village Hall, lift stations and water tower, which had to be powered by a generator during the outage. Most businesses stayed closed until power came back in the mid-afternoon, though the Post Office continued operations with l...
07/04/2024
As people across the state prepare to celebrate the 2024 Fourth of July holiday, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding Illinoisans to heed proven safety advice and avoid ruining the festivities.
Follow food handling safety tips to protect friends and family from foodborne illnesses. Avoid sunburn and heat stroke by using sunscreen and proper summer attire. Protect yourself from disease carrying pests like mosquitos and ticks. And leave the fireworks to professionals.
07/03/2024
Independence Day festivities in Prophetstown always include the fireworks, horseshoe and basketball tournaments, Streetscape and races, Cub Scouts food stand, and expanded hours for Thicksten’s Popcorn stand, located at 214 Washington Street.
The popcorn stand will open at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 6 and close after the evening’s fireworks are done. Since Prophetstown is popping with activities, the extra hours create less of a wait time, keeps the popper popping to restock the inventory, and offers more opportunity to get a bag of Prop...
07/03/2024
Here’s a roundup of local and regional events for the upcoming week:
Pony Club – 10 a.m. to noon, Sunday, July 7, weather permitting, at Black Feather Gypsy Farm, 1474 Washington Road, Prophetstown.
07/03/2024
Judith R. Barnett, 78, died Monday July 1, 2024 at Citadel of Sterling.
She was born on June 5, 1946 in Clinton, IA the daughter of Eugene V. and Mildred (Herington) Paulsen. She married Robert D. Barnett on June 19, 1972 in Morrison. He died March 8, 2017. She enjoyed playing bingo, camping but most of all spending time with her family.
07/03/2024
The Regional Office of Education #47 coordinates Workplace Wednesdays to give educators the opportunity to visit businesses in different Career Pathways throughout the three counties area.
Workplace Wednesday gives teachers the opportunity to visit businesses in different Career Pathways throughout the three counties area. By visiting places of employment, it helps educators develop real world lessons for their classrooms and prepare students for their future in the workforce. Busines...
07/03/2024
Participating residents and small businesses will receive a fixed electricity supply price of 7.65 cents/kWh.
Participating residents and small businesses will receive a fixed electricity supply price of 7.65 cents/kWh. During the week of July 9th , notification letters are being sent to eligible residents and small business customers regarding information on the program and their options. All necessary inf...
07/03/2024
The Illinois Department of Transportation is teaming up with the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement throughout the state to increase safety enforcement efforts during July Fourth holiday travel.
Motorists will see the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, with zero tolerance for those driving impaired by alcohol, ma*****na or other drugs.
07/03/2024
Just watching the storm roll in on the live stream: https://www.aroundptown.com/
07/02/2024
The meal includes a pork chop, baked beans, applesauce, chips, cookie, and water, with pre-sale orders being taken until July 7.
The cost for one pre-ordered chop meal is $10, and the cost on the day of the event is $12. The meal includes a pork chop, baked beans, applesauce, chips, cookie, and water. Sit down in the pavilion to enjoy the meal, or take it to go with the drive-thru option.
07/02/2024
Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 1 Captain Joseph Blanchette has announced enforcement figures and activity for June.
ISP Troop 1 officers issued 813 citations, 741 written warnings, and made 27 criminal arrests during the month of June. Troopers issued 287 citations for speeding, 47 citations for distracted driving violations, and 49 citations for occupant restraint violations.
07/02/2024
Tyler Holldorf of Erie and Kaitlyn Collins of Cordova graduated from the college in May.
Approximately 1,500 students crossed the stage to receive their degrees at the ceremony. The graduating class included nine international students, 102 military veterans, and 200 nontraditional students, defined as undergraduate students who are 25 years of age or older. In addition, 187 self-identi...
07/02/2024
The 2024 “Convoy Against Cancer” BIG Truck Show returns to Rte. 89/Main Street in Ladd on Saturday, July 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All makes and models of new and restored, BIG trucks and pick-up trucks will be on display. Antique and restored farm tractors are also invited to the show.
07/02/2024
The results of June’s Distracted Driving Enforcement Program patrols held in Ogle, Whiteside, and Winnebago counties, as well as Nighttime Enforcement (NITE) patrols in Whiteside and Winnebago counties, have been released.
This program provided extra patrol coverage for ISP officers to focus on saving lives and reducing serious crashes by enforcing distracted driving laws.
07/02/2024
Dennis James Altfillisch, 71, of Morrison, IL, unexpectedly passed away on June 27, 2024.
Dennis was born January 1, 1953, in Hazel Green, WI, to Cleland and Geneva (Wand) Altfillisch. He was educated in the Elizabeth, IL schools and was the oldest of four siblings.
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The Rock River scene in Lyndon, Prophetstown, and Erie on Wednesday, June 26.
Hap Hazard performs while kids dance along at the Winning Wheels Summer Concert Series at Eclipse Square in Prophetstown.
Hap Hazard performs while kids dance along at the Winning Wheels Summer Concert Series.
WATCH LIVE: Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall Arrives in Rock Falls
The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall will be available for viewing 24 hours a day through September 4, at 8 a.m. at the RB&W District - 201 East 2nd Street, Rock Falls Read more: https://www.aroundptown.com/vietnam-traveling-memorial-wall-heads-to-rock-falls/
Severe Thunderstorm WARNING for Whiteside County until 4:15pm
A Severe Thunderstorm WARNING has been issued for parts of Whiteside County until 4:15pm. Quarter-size hail and 60 mph wind gusts are possible. Seek shelter and stay away from windows.
