New Ogle County economic development director: ‘I’m excited to make a change and make a difference’
The Ogle County Economic Development Corporation recently hired longtime resident Liz Hiemstra as its new director.
Rochelle woman hospitalized after car vs. tree crash Wednesday
A Rochelle woman was hospitalized Wednesday after suffering what police called a medical issue while driving that caused her car to crash into a tree, according to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office.
Man held on charges of running away from Ogle County deputies while carrying loaded, stolen handgun
Alexander Kurtz, 19, was remanded to the Ogle County Jail on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025, after Ogle County Associate Judge Anthony Peska denied Kurtz’s request to be released pending his Aug. 27 court date.
Dixon Legion to serve ham dinner Aug. 22
Meals will be available for carryout or dine-in at the Post, 1120 W. First St.
Lawnmower blamed for rural Oregon fire that destroyed garage, damaged home
Five departments battled the late afternoon blaze southeast of Oregon.
Photos: Garage destroyed, home damaged near Oregon
A rural Oregon home was significantly damaged Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025, after a fire started in an attached garage. Oregon firefighters responded to 504 E. Elizabeth Road at approximately 4:40 p.m. and saw flames coming from the
Our View: A brittle spirit weakens the community: Fritts should re-up with the Chamber
Opinion from our editorial board: Rep. Fritts still has a choice. He can continue down the path of performative grievance, or he can rejoin the Chamber, roll up his sleeves, and get back to work. The Sauk
After a Disagreement Concerning Prayer Wording and DEI Statement, Rep. Brad Fritts Withdraws Membership with Sauk Valley Chamber of Commerce
In response to a decision from the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce (SVACC) to include a DEI statement on their website and remove God from an opening prayer at the “Steak Fry in the Country” scholarship
Sting of title-game loss motivating Milledgeville
After losing in the Illinois 8-Man Football Association state championship game last season, the Milledgeville Missiles are motivated to get another crack at the state title this fall.
Sting of title-game loss motivating Milledgeville
After losing in the Illinois 8-Man Football Association state championship game last season, the Milledgeville Missiles are motivated to get another crack at the state title this fall.