Community Events

September 16, 2026

Friends of the Hennepin Canal to Host ‘Red Fox’ Hike Sept. 20

The Friends of the Hennepin Canal will hold this month's "Hike the Hennepin" on Sunday, Sept. 20. The hike will travel from Bridge 41 to Lock 25 in the Geneseo/Colona area.

September 9, 2026

Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office Fishing Derby on Saturday

The Whiteside County Sheriff's Office and Mounted Patrol's annual Youth Fishing Derby is set for Saturday, September 12th at Morrison-Rockwood State Park.

September 8, 2026

Winning Wheels Thanks Sponsors & Supporters of 9th Annual Summer Concert Series

To the sponsors of the Winning Wheels Summer Concert Series, vendors and service providers, the City of Prophetstown, and the community:

September 1, 2026

Registration Open for 3rd Annual Spooktacular Halloween Lighted Golf Cart & UTV Parade

Get ready for the 3rd Annual Spooktacular Halloween Lighted Golf Cart & UTV Parade in Rock Falls.

September 1, 2026

United Way Hosting Day of Caring in Lee and Ogle Counties

United Way of Lee County and United Way of Ogle County are bringing volunteers and local organizations together this September for Day of Caring, a community-wide volunteer event designed to connect people who want to give back with local nonprofits and organizations that need a helping hand.

August 25, 2026

OSF Saint Katharine to Host Second Annual Nourish the Journey 5K Walk

OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center invites area families and community members to participate in the second annual Nourish the Journey 5K Walk on Saturday, October 24, celebrating the strength, dedication, and support that help families achieve their infant feeding goals.

August 23, 2026

Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce to Host Open House Sept. 3

The Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce invites local businesses, community members, Chamber members and friends of the community to its Open House on Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Rock Falls Community Building, 601 W. 10th St., Rock Falls.

August 20, 2026

OSF HealthCare Foundation Invites Community to Experience “An Evening on the Farm” at Grand Prairie Farms

OSF HealthCare Foundation invites community members to enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience at An Evening on the Farm, an adults-only fundraising event taking place on Thursday, September 17, at Grand Prairie Farms in Dixon.

August 19, 2026

Volunteers needed for Oregon Area Rock River Sweep – Saturday, September 12th

The City of Oregon Sustainability Committee is planning an Oregon Area Rock River Sweep to be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

August 16, 2026

SVACC Professional Women’s Network Committee Hosts “How to Tame Your Stress”

The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce’s Professional Women’s Network (PWN) will host “How to Tame Your Stress,” presented by Natalie Moeller, LCSW, on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Mexicali Rose, 1409 8th Ave., Rock Falls.