In the 7 years since her breast cancer diagnosis, Sterling native Starr Shamp has balanced cancer treatments, a wedding, pregnancy, the premature birth of her son and graduate school. She shared her story at her college graduation June 7, 2025, to bring others a message of hope.

The Wild Rose Clinton will host Sins N' Roses and Electric Shock on July 25.

The refuge includes Mississippi River beaches and islands from Rock Island to Wabasha, Minnesota.

The university named more than 1,250 students to the president’s list.

Town hall, coffee and conversation events will be held through Wednesday, July 16.

Immaculate Conception Church has announced several upcoming events to celebrate its 150th anniversary.

The markets are held each Thursday night from 5-7:30 p.m. at 123 N. Second St., along the riverfront below the Oregon dam.

Anyone with a truck 25 years old or older is invited to drive to Sublette and park it from 4-7 p.m. Saturday, June 28, on Main Street. There is no entry fee and no judging.

Twin City Conservatives will host their monthly meeting at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 28, at A’s Kitchen, 2004 First Ave., Rock Falls.