Honoring Our American Hero: James Combs of Rochelle makes miraculous return home from WWII Navy battle
The late James Combs of Rochelle served in the United States Navy from 1943-1946. Combs served during World War II and was on the USS Suwannee during the Battle of Leyte Gulf off the coast of the
2026 Election Questionnaire: Nolan Kemp, Illinois House of Representatives, District 74
Name: Nolan Kemp What office are you seeking: Illinois House of Representatives — District 74. What is your political party? Democrat What is your current age? 23 Occupation and employer: Public safety / emergency services background (EMT
2026 Election Questionnaire: Nolan Kemp, Illinois House of Representatives, District 74
Nolan Kemp on a top priority for the Illinois General Assembly: Protecting civil liberties — defending constitutional rights, privacy, and due process, and standing up for people when government overreaches. Read Kemp’s full election questionnaire here
Honoring Our American Hero: James Combs of Rochelle makes miraculous return home from WWII Navy battle
The late James Combs of Rochelle served in the United States Navy from 1943-1946.
Sauk Valley Bank expands community with new full-service branch in Walworth, Wisconsin
Headquartered in Sterling, Sauk Valley Bank is a locally owned, community financial institution that offers solutions that fit customers’ personal, commercial, and agricultural financial needs.
2026 Election Questionnaire: Julie Bickelhaupt, U.S. House of Representatives, 17th District
2026 Election Questionnaire: Julie Bickelhaupt, U.S. House of Representatives, 17th District
Name: Julie Bickelhaupt What office are you seeking: U.S. Congress – IL-17 District What is your current age? 50 Occupation and employer: Farmer and small business owner What offices, if any, have you previously held? Carroll County
2026 Election Questionnaire: Julie Bickelhaupt, U.S. House of Representatives, 17th District
Julie Bickelhaupt: Rising property taxes, declining affordability, rural hospital access, local agriculture, and the need for reliable infrastructure are constant concerns I hear across the district. Read Bickelhaupt’s full election questionnaire here
The Classroom in Nelson opens cafeteria serving pizza, smash burgers, bakery items
The Classroom in Nelson opens cafeteria serving pizza, smash burgers, bakery items
Owners Dave and Tracy DeVries have added Papa’s Pizza and The Classroom Bakery to The Classroom in Nelson.