Dixon Begins it’s $1.5 Million Street Repair and Resurfacing Plan
Ever since the end of the Petunia Festival, the road repairs and the barricades have returned to South Galena Avenue in Dixon. During the festival, IDOT stopped the work and opened the avenue for the festival. Mayor
The Ogle County Fair Says the Weather Looks Good and They Have Something for Everyone
Last week was the Lee County Fair and 4H Show. Starting Wednesday, July 30 thru Sunday, August 3 will be the Ogle County Fair. Beginning Wednesday and last through to Sunday, there is something for everyone. For
Lost Nation Teen Charged with DUI and Other Offenses After Striking a Parked Trailer
During the early morning hours of Sunday, July 27, Ogle County Deputies were advised of a possible intoxicated driver traveling southbound in the area of N. Stillman Rd that had struck a parked trailer. Deputies located the
The Rock River Jazz Band to Hold Two Upcoming Concerts, One in Dixon and the Other in Rock Falls
The Rock River Jazz Band has two upcoming concerts in Illinois. The first concert is from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday at the Page Park Band Shell in Dixon, according to a media release. The
Sparks Center for the Performing Arts Hosting an Open House Friday at the Starlight Theatre
Here is what The Spark Center for the Performing Arts used to look like as Starlight’s. If you would like to see the construction and some of the early changes, come to the OPEN HOUSE on Friday
Kitzman’s Farm Sanctuary tours are Aug. 2
Guests will enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the Dixon sanctuary’s beautiful landscape and the animals who call it home. Register online to secure a spot on the tour.
Sterling’s Ruffit Park hosting back-to-school, 60th anniversary events in August
The Back to School Splash Bash will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10, while the special anniversary celebration is set for 5-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22.
Polo student graduates from Wartburg College
Polo resident Tucker Mumford recently graduated from Wartburg College.
Ogle County property transfers for July 21-25, 2025
Here is a list of property transfers for Ogle County for July 21-25, 2025.
Sauerkraut attracts fun in northwest Illinois
Pungent smells and sour tastes often are what one thinks of when it comes to sauerkraut, but Forreston makes a big deal about it – with plenty of fun and entertainment in a four-day festival that is