Photos: Band shell stage was rocking at Mt. Morris Jamboree
A bit of rain may have held the attendance to 1,200 at the Mt. Morris Jamboree Concert on Friday, July 25, but it didn’t stop the band shell from rocking.
Photos: Threshing bee near Erie more than wheat
While old-time wheat threshing was the main dish at the Bos Bros Fall Harvest Show from July 25-27 near Erie, broom making, blacksmithing, basket weaving and other “hands on” historical skills were all on the menu.
Photos: Bos Brothers Farm Threshing Bee
Old-time wheat threshing was the big event at the Bos Bros Fall Harvest’s old-fashioned threshing bee south of Erie from July 25-27, 2025.
Tractor Pulls, Rodeo, Livestock, Corn Dogs and Carnival Rides All Makes for a Successful Lee County Fair
This past weekend at the Lee County Fair Grounds, it was a time for corndogs, carnival rides, truck and tractor pulls and plenty of livestock judging. It was the annual Lee County Fair and 4H Show. This
The Oregon Park District Looking for Those Responsible for Recent Vandalism
The Oregon Park District said they are saddened to share that Oregon Park District staff discovered a tree had been broken in half and a sign was damaged at Mix Park. The tree was newly planted just
Whiteside County Natural Area Guardians awards $500 scholarship
The Whiteside County Natural Area Guardians scholarship committee recently awarded a scholarship to Megan Plumley of Geneseo.
Grand marshal nominations open for Sauk Valley’s 72nd Fiesta Parade
With the Sauk Valley’s annual Fiesta Parade set for Sept. 20, 2025, nominations are now being accepted for the parade’s grand marshal honor.
Sauk Valley students named to Monmouth College’s spring dean’s list
The list honors students with a semester grade-point average of 3.5 or higher. The students also earned at least three academic credits.
Sauk Valley-area districts preparing for first day of school; here’s what to know
Here’s a look at what’s in store for parents as they get ready to send their children back into the classroom.
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco on Sinnissippi Centers in Byron
The TALK-LINE interview for July 24 featured Sinnissippi Centers Marketing Manager Andy Jackson and Behavioral Health Supervisor Jen Fox discussing the ribboncutting and open house for the new full-service Byron location.