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An appeals court ruled in favor of state champion Marian Central wrestler Jimmy Mastny and his coach Jordan Blanton, affirming that Mastny was not improperly recruited when he moved from Ogle County to attend Marian Central.

The IHSA and state champ Marian Central wrestler Jimmy Mastny have responded to an appeals court ruling in their long-running eligibility feud.

Here is a list of Ogle County property transfers for June 27-July 3, 2025.

Village's annual golf cart parade was Sunday, July 6, 2025.

The one-hour program includes more than 100 rare photos and PowerPoint slides

Thirty-four kids “raced” down one city block to finish in front of the Mt. Morris Post Office.

The one-hour program starts at 10 a.m. and includes over 100 rare photos and PowerPoint slides.

Derek Swanlund, 44, is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Cameron Pasley, 25, on Monday, April 21, 2025, in what police describe as a “domestic” incident.

From live music and food vendors to car shows and carnivals, here is a list of local places to celebrate the holiday.

Squad cars from the City of Byron and the Ogle County Sheriff’s Department blocked off the road, just north of intersection with Town Hall Road, early Wednesday evening waiting for crews from the Illinois Department of Transportation to arrive.

For the second time in 24 hours, a pavement blowout caused a portion of Route 2 to be closed Wednesday evening, July 2, 2025, between Oregon and Byron.

A variety of featured gardens in Mt. Morris and the surrounding countryside will be part of the tour

The 80s Hit List band, sponsored by Coilcraft, played at Oregon Park West

Illinois Department of Transportation crews were busy the night of Tuesday, July 1, 2025, patching the blowouts – one just north of the Silver Ridge Golf Course north of Oregon and the other south of Byron, near Town Line Road.

Two pavement blowouts caused a portion of Illinois Route 2 to be closed between Oregon and Byron early Tuesday evening, July 1, 2025.

Cooler temps and music from the 1980s brought close to 700 people out to Oregon Park District’s Concert in the Park on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

All donations will go toward the 9x9x9 Program, the Foundation’s most successful program

Singer/songwriter Bob Diven of New Mexico to perform at 2 p.m

Duane Meyer has pleaded not guilty to all of the charges and has been held in the Ogle County Jail since his arrest Oct. 9, 2019.

National recognition celebrates excellence in budgeting and reflects an ongoing commitment to transparency, accountability, and effective financial planning

The class will be held at Conover Square’s Eagle’s Nest Art Group Studio from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Having some cents of Ogle County history: Centennial, quasquicentennial, sesquicentennial, dosquicentennial … Ogle County can observe them all this year, from the anniversary of driving through a cut up rock to blazing trails and rails.

The markets are held each Thursday night from 5-7:30 p.m. at 123 N. Second St., along the riverfront below the Oregon dam.

The River’s Edge Farmers Market included a "Touch-A-Truck" event on Thursday, June 26, 2025 .The markets are held each Thursday night from 5-7:30 p.m. at 123 N. Second St., along the riverfront below the Oregon dam.

The light rain that fell briefly across the concert venue at Oregon Park West, 1402 Koontz Place, didn’t stop kids and their parents from moving to the tunes.

Officials say the move will enhance the partnership with the city of Oregon and transform the plaza into a central space for events, outreach and visibility.

Looking for something to do in the Sauk Valley? Here are five suggestions.

Andrew Gornick, 43, appeared in court Tuesday, June 24, with his attorney, Cassandra Hirth of Rockford, for a petition to revoke hearing on the 2022 charge.

A smattering of light rain didn’t stop “Buzzed by SonSET” from performing at the Oregon Park District’s Concerts in the Park on Tuesday, June 24.

The River’s Edge Farmers Market continued Thursday, June 19 with some serious bubble action thanks to the “Bubble Guy”" and the Oregon Public Library. The markets are held each Thursday night from 5-7:30 p.m. at 123 N. 2nd St., along the riverfront below the Oregon dam on the west bank of the Rock River.

The ban was approved by the Illinois legislature in January 2023. It bans the sale, purchase and manufacturing of firearms that the legislature defined as “assault weapons,” such as AR-15-style rifles. 

Hot and humid temperatures and music by “That Gurl” kicked off the 2025 season of the Oregon Park District’s Concerts in the Park Tuesday, June 17, 2025.

Summer concerts on Tuesday nights are offered through the Oregon Park District and made possible by local sponsors

Riders from across the region took their best shots at climbing the 100-foot “hill” on their motorcycles, competing in a variety of class divisions.

Approximately 500 people lined two sidewalks around the historic Ogle County Courthouse for 2 hours on Saturday, June 14, 2025, carrying signs critical of Trump and his administration.

Event is for Ogle County residents only; free permit is required in advance of the event.

Approximately 500 people took part in a 2-hour ‘No Kings’ rally in Oregon on Saturday, June 14, 2025, to protest actions by President Donald Trump. People carried signs critical of Trump’s policies and executive orders as they lined the north and east sidewalks of the Ogle County Courthouse Square in the town of 3,566. A small group of Trump supporters also displayed signs at the rally, with no altercations reported.

"No Kings" protests are set for June 14 across northern Illinois; what you need to know about the local rallies

Scholarships are given to those students who best exemplify the goals of PFLAG: advocacy, support, and education.

Payment methods include cash, check (payable to Ogle County Collector) or credit card.

The River's Edge Farmers Market kicked off the 2025 season in Oregon on Thursday, June 5. The markets are held each Thursday night from 5-7:30 p.m. at 123 N. 2nd St., along the riverfront below the Oregon dam on the west bank of the Rock River. The weekly events also include music, kids activities, and food booths.

Armon D. Pearson, 25, was sentenced to 24 months of probation after pleading guilty to the misdemeanor offense as he appeared before Judge Anthony Peska.

Duane Upchurch, 60, found guilty three years ago of sexually assaulting two young girls in 2004 and 2008, was sentenced April 11, 2025, to a total of 25 years in prison following an emotional hearing in a packed courtroom at the Ogle County Judicial Center.

The free concerts will continue each Wednesday evening through July 30.

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.

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

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

Beginning June 4, all children and teens can enjoy free meals in Lee County when school is out. This year, United Way will provide nutritious meals to kids and teens 18 and younger.

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.

The Illinois College & Career Pathway Endorsement Program allows students to earn a formal endorsement on their high school diploma or transcript by completing a series of structured requirements designed to prepare them for life after high school in their chosen career path.