Sterling Dog Park Committee asking residents for input on improving park
Residents who use the dog park at Thomas Park in Sterling are asked to attend a meeting Wednesday night as park district officials work to give a voice to those who use it. The meeting will begin
Bureau County boys basketball top 25 all-time scoring leaders
Bureau County girls basketball top 25 all-time scoring leaders
BCR boys basketball standings
Photos: Newman defeats Galena to advance to Class 1A sectional final
Newman defeated Galena Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, by a score of 42-32 to advance to the Eastland Class 1A sectional final. Newman will face Wethersfield for the sectional title.
Firefighters battle hay bale fire between Oregon and Polo
Firefighters from 13 departments battled a hay bale fire at a farm in the 6000 block of West Pines Road, between Oregon and Polo, Monday afternoon.
Firefighters battle hay bale fire between Oregon and Polo
Firefighters battle hay bale fire between Oregon and Polo
Photos: Firefighters battle hay bale fire at Ogle County farm
Firefighters from 13 departments battled a hay bale fire at a farm in the 6000 block of West Pines Road, between Oregon and Polo, on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026.
Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week: Hampshire’s Stella Piazza
