Photos: Cooling off in Ogle County on Monday, July 28, 2025
Ogle County residents and even livestock went to the water to try to beat the heat on Monday, July 28, 2025. Temperatures rose into the 90s and, coupled with high humidity, pushed the heat index into the
Whiteside County farm puts vintage farming on full display at annual threshing bee
Antique farm equipment in a rainbow of colors from original rust to shiny yellow and green filled the show grounds from July 25-27, 2025, on the Bos Brothers Historical Farm, located on Springhill Road south of Erie.
Kishwaukee College announces spring 2025 part-time students honors list
Students must have a semester grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.
Chicago tribute band rocks the band shell in Mt. Morris during Jamboree concert series
Brass From the Past is the band for the Friday, Aug. 1, free concert.
Lee County Looking at Big Jump in Health Insurance Rates for County Employees
Lee County Financial Committee has begun the process to create the new County Budget. It was announced that the county has gotten another hit to its bottom line. County Finance Chair Jim Schielein told the board members
Sterling Police Taking Applications for Citizen’s Police Academy
The Sterling Police Department is now accepting applications for their annual Citizen’s Police Academy. The Department invite members of the public to join them in-person on Tuesday evenings for an informative and interactive look at modern day
Cows, competition, food and fun: Lee County 4-H Fair concludes its 4-day run
The Lee County Fair concluded Sunday, July 27, 2025.
Ogle County Economic Development Corp. appoints Hiemstra as new director of economic development
Liz Hiemstra currently serves as the market manager for the popular Rivers Edge Farmers Market.
Sterling Little League team snags district championship, falls short at state tournament
The Sterling Junior All-Stars wrapped up their Little League season with a district championship and appearance in the state semifinals.
A base of their own in Rock Falls
Whether you’re a sports fan or just looking for a place to hang out and grab a bite, the family at JW’s Third Base thinks you’ll be a fan of their neighborhood bar and grill