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June 07, 2025
Shaw Local

NewsPrep SportsOgle County OpinionObituarieseNewspaperStarved Rock CountryThe First Hundred Miles

Auditions for ‘Tapestry of Shadows’ are June 25-26 in Mt. Morris

Auditions for ‘Tapestry of Shadows’ are June 25-26 in Mt. Morris

Show dates are Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 10-12, at the Allure of Pinecrest Grove Theatre.

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 06, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Encore! Mt. Morris offers summer art experiences to students

Encore! Mt. Morris offers summer art experiences to students

Hannah Beach, this summer’s Artist in Residence, will be teaching fun classes and coordinating art projects through June and July.

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 05, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Jurors: Stillman Valley man still a ‘sexually dangerous person’

Jurors: Stillman Valley man still a ‘sexually dangerous person’

The 7-woman, 5-man jury ruled against Ray Allen Gough’s arguments that he is no longer sexually dangerous because of his “self control” and “self discipline” while being held in custody since 1999.

By Earleen Hinton●
June 05, 2025 at 12:43 pm CDT

Lowell Park Road to close between Edgewood, Penn Corner for intersection improvements

Lowell Park Road to close between Edgewood, Penn Corner for intersection improvements

Work will include replacing a reinforced concrete box culvert in addition to widening the intersection with Penn Corner Road and the installation of a storm sewer.

By Earleen Hinton●
June 04, 2025 at 2:00 pm CDT

Around the Farm Art Exhibit opens June 6 at Oregon’s Coliseum Museum

Around the Farm Art Exhibit opens June 6 at Oregon’s Coliseum Museum

The exhibit features 68 individual art pieces that highlight the importance of agriculture in northern Illinois and will be on display through July 12.

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 04, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT

Infinity Event on June 14 to honor the lives of ‘Maggie & Amos’, support education

Infinity Event on June 14 to honor the lives of ‘Maggie & Amos’, support education

The Ogle County event is held in memory of Maggie Rosko and her son, Amos, who died in 2016.

By Earleen Hinton●
June 04, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Dixon man accused of attempted murder still wants trial moved out of Ogle County

Dixon man accused of attempted murder still wants trial moved out of Ogle County

The private attorney representing a rural Dixon man charged with the attempted murder of three police officers said he will be pursuing a motion made by a former Ogle County public defender to hold the trial outside the county.

By Payton Felix●
May 31, 2025 at 5:15 am CDT

Ogle County pair allegedly had toddler in stolen car with billy club, meth, liquor in Crystal Lake

Ogle County pair allegedly had toddler in stolen car with billy club, meth, liquor in Crystal Lake

McHenry County authorities say a man and woman from Ogle County were traveling in a stolen vehicle while in possession of methamphetamine, open alcohol containers, billy club and a toddler in tow.

By Amanda Marrazzo●
May 29, 2025 at 8:10 am CDT

Oregon officials kill proposed ordinance seeking more regulation of public demonstrations

Oregon officials kill proposed ordinance seeking more regulation of public demonstrations

One Oregon resident said passage would have been “an act of tyranny.”

By Earleen Hinton●
May 29, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Sauk Valley’s public pools, splash pads set opening days

Sauk Valley’s public pools, splash pads set opening days

Here's a list of the public pools and splash pads opening across the Sauk Valley.

By Brandon Clark●
May 28, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT
Lineup announced for Mt. Morris’ 13th season of Jamboree concerts

Lineup announced for Mt. Morris’ 13th season of Jamboree concerts

Season begins Friday, June 13, with Rick Lindy and his tribute to Roy Orbison.

By Earleen Hinton●
May 28, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT
Photos: Memorial Day Services in Oregon, Illinois

Photos: Memorial Day Services in Oregon, Illinois

Wreaths were laid at two locations and one was thrown into the Rock River on Monday, May 26, 2025 to honor the sacrifice and service of veterans during the Oregon VFW’s Memorial Day program. The day’s event also include a program at the Riverside Cemetery, patriotic music by the Oregon High School Band followed by a family-themed celebration at the Post home. Events were also held in Polo and Mt. Morris.

By Earleen Hinton●
May 27, 2025 at 11:26 pm CDT

Recent Articles

Auditions for ‘Tapestry of Shadows’ are June 25-26 in Mt. Morris

Auditions for ‘Tapestry of Shadows’ are June 25-26 in Mt. Morris


Encore! Mt. Morris offers summer art experiences to students

Encore! Mt. Morris offers summer art experiences to students


Jurors: Stillman Valley man still a ‘sexually dangerous person’

Jurors: Stillman Valley man still a ‘sexually dangerous person’


Lowell Park Road to close between Edgewood, Penn Corner for intersection improvements

Lowell Park Road to close between Edgewood, Penn Corner for intersection improvements


Around the Farm Art Exhibit opens June 6 at Oregon’s Coliseum Museum

Around the Farm Art Exhibit opens June 6 at Oregon’s Coliseum Museum


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