Ashton Driver Transported to the Hospital and Cited Following Two Vehicle Crash

On Thursday, July 17, Ogle County Deputies responded to the intersection of S Chana Rd and E Flagg Rd for a two-vehicle accident with injuries. After an investigation, it was determined that a Toyota Corolla, operated by
Hot Dog Day 2025 Returns to Downtown Sterling

Sterling Main Street says your favorite Downtown Sterling Holiday is back! HOT DOG DAY 2025! They are gearing up for 7500 hot dog on Friday, August 1 from 11:00am – 2:00pm. 2025 Cooking Sites: Air Play Espresso
Four Genoa residents hospitalized after ATV crash in Apple Canyon Lake in Jo Daviess County
Four Genoa residents were hospitalized recently after an ATV rollover crash involving seven total people on a trail at Apple Canyon Lake, according to the Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Office.
Ogle County property transfers for July 14-18, 2025

Here is a list of property transfers for Ogle County for July 14-18, 2025.
Fritts honors Polo law office as July Local Business Highlight

State Rep. Bradley Fritts, R-Dixon, has recognized M. Thomas Suits Law Office in Polo with his July 2025 local business highlight award.
2025 Fiesta Parade route announced, will begin in Rock Falls

The 72nd annual Fiesta Parade, organized by the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce Hispanic Business Leaders Committee, will be Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025.
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Rep. Brad Fritts on running for a third term

The TALK-LINE interview for July 18 featured Illinois 74th District state Rep. Brad Fritts of Dixon discussing the wrap-up to the most recent General Assembly work on June 1.
Kids can explore life as a veterinarian at 4-H workshop in Rock Falls

Whiteside County 4-H will host a workshop for young animal lovers to introduce them to the field of veterinary science. The workshop will take place from 2-3:30 p.m. July 28 at the Rock Falls Public Library.
Property transfers for Lee, Whiteside and Ogle counties for July 7-11, 2025

Here is a list of property transfers for Lee, Ogle and Whiteside counties for July 7-11, 2025.