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Here is a schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator/Seneca area for the week.
There’s still time left to donate to Kendall Area Transit’s “Adopt-A-Rider Fundraiser,” helping “open doors for those who are simply unable to afford transportation.”The fundraiser runs through Dec.31.
Here is a schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator area for the coming week.
The Indian Valley Theatre will hold auditions for its upcoming performances of “Birthday Club.”
A Sandwich man has been charged with driving under the influence after multiple people were hospitalized following an early morning crash involving a Mercedes on Christmas Eve, according to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office.
Bolingbrook police have charged two men in connection with an armed robbery that took place on Tuesday afternoon in the 100 block of Nutwood Court.
The United Church of Sandwich’s United Kids After School program recently filled Operation Christmas Boxes as part of a Samaritan’s Purse project.
An Oswego man was charged this week after a three-day manhunt with federal authorities following a report of a home invasion and domestic battery in Sandwich.
Celebrations in Montgomery, Oswego, Plano and Sandwich will help you get into the holiday spirit Friday through Sunday.
A Sandwich man traveling to Yorkville was charged with four felonies related to indecent solicitation of a child.
The owner of Kankakee's latest restaurant addition, the New York City Deli, is targeting an April opening, however, much site work will first be in order.
Wartime chronicles written by a Civil War veteran steeped in Sandwich history have been rediscovered by a Malta man who has a knack for finding historical items.
Rooted For Good released a list of November locations for Grow Mobile, a mobile food pantry that offers free food and household items to all who visit, with no requirements necessary.
Use this guide for trick-or-treat times in Kendall County.
Halloween spirit was in the air as the Fox Valley Family YMCA West Branch held its 12th annual Trick or Trunk on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025 in Sandwich.
The project involves the reconstruction of North Main Street from the north railroad right-of-way to Knights Road near Northwestern Medicine Valley West Hospital in Sandwich.
The DeKalb County Coroner’s Office has identified the man killed in a collision with a train in Sandwich
Amtrak police and the DeKalb County Coroner’s Office are investigating the incident.
Indian Valley Theatre performances of “Annie, The Musical" begin Oct. 10.
Rooted For Good released a list of October locations for Grow Mobile, a mobile food pantry that offers free food and household items to all who visit, no requirements necessary. To receive Grow Mobile alerts, text FreeGroceries to 844-727-2012.
Based on the comic strip by Harold Gray, “Annie” won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and features well-known songs such as “Tomorrow.”
The Roasted Rooster restaurant won the second annual best sandwich contest for its fried chicken and homemade waffle sandwich.
A schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Seneca/Streator area for the coming week.
Grammy-winning guitarist Cody Kilby will perform at the Sandwich farm's open air venue Saturday, Sept. 27 with Dre Anders and the Gibson Brothers.
Here is a schedule of prep sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator/Seneca area for the coming week.
A schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator area for the coming week
Here's where Rooted for Good's mobile food pantry will be across DeKalb County in September. The pantry is open to all in need, no requirements necessary.
The Indian Valley Theatre will hold melodrama performances of “Ghosts and Gold” and “Tillie the Teller” at the Sandwich Fair.
The Sandwich Fair opened its run Wednesday kicking off the festivities with the opening ceremonies. The fair runs through Sunday, Sept. 7, and the gates open at 8 a.m. daily.
Mosquitoes collected in Sandwich city limits have tested positive for West Nile virus, according to a Thursday DeKalb County Health Department announcement.
Column: We’re wrapping up an eventful summer in DeKalb County and heading into the fall season with even more to experience, writes Alexis Aviles of the DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Column: How are you honoring your community and the businesses in it? writes Beth Lynch, the Sandwich Area Chamber of Commerce's new executive director.
You can help Kendall County families to keep their children clean, dry and healthy by participating in the community diaper drive at the Plano Library.
New York City Deli owner Stephen Girard has targeted a downtown Kankakee location as his second restaurant site.
Open Roads ABATE was one of many sponsors of the Midsummer Showdown in Sandwich.
DeKalb County 4-H members took part in the 4-H Livestock Fair this weekend at the Sandwich Fairgrounds.
Resource Bank N.A. recently awarded its 2025 Centennial Service Award to 15 DeKalb County area high school graduates.
The DeKalb County 4-H program will hold its 4-H Fair from Aug. 1 through Aug. 3 at the Sandwich Fairgrounds, 1401 Suydam Road.
At the July 21 Sandwich City Council meeting, Sandwich Mayor Todd Latham broke a 4-4 tie vote in approving a bid for repairing the gutters on the Opera House.
Open Roads ABATE had a booth at the “Blaze in the City” Car/Bike Show in Sandwich on July 5.
Eleven DeKalb County area libraries have been awarded more than $295,000 in state grant funding, about half of which is expected to be used to improve library technologies and at least one construction project.
New La Salle County Judge Mark Anderson was sworn in Wednesday.
Sandwich Public Library has announced its schedule of events from through Aug. 4. Registration is available online at sandwichpld.org.
After eight years, Rita Potter is retiring as executive director of Open Door Rehabilitation Center in Sandwich.
The Minnesota-based Americana band will perform at Roberts Family Farm on Thursday, July 10.
The parade route was changed slightly because of the North Main Street reconstruction project, which recently got underway.
The Sandwich Freedom Days parade starts at 10 a.m. A map of the two-mile parade route is posted on the Park District’s website, sandwichparkdistrict.org.
The Sandwich Public Library District, 925 S. Main St., will host several programs and events in July.
Sandwich Opera House in downtown Sandwich is in need of roof gutter work.
The Indian Valley Theatre will host auditions this month for residents ages 13 and older for its upcoming “Tillie the Teller” and “Ghosts and Gold” and other performances at the Sandwich Fair.