The First Fridays Open Mic presents its monthly show at the Oregon VFW this Dec. 6. This indoor event attracts many talented performers, but musicians and singers of all skill levels find acceptance from its supportive audience.
Meridian Junior High School celebrated Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11. During the day, the students attended various activities: wrote holiday messages to be sent to SVHS alumni serving in the different branches (Stillman RED), painted popsicle sticks to make a giant flag, walked to the Stillman Run Monument, they completed a one-mile walk for Dark Horse Lodge Trek for Troops, and listened to Sgt. Adam Frisbie and Petty Officer 3rd Class Brad Dewey.
In early November, Jackson Martindale proudly represented Stillman Valley High School at the 2024 Slinger Super Speedway Awards Banquet, where he was recognized for his impressive second-place overall points finish in the High School Racing Association (HSRA).
Stillman Valley High School Students of the Month for November were recently named.
In picture perfect weather on Sunday, Aug. 11, 2024, 80 people, descendants and their families of George Horst Sr. (1824-1914) and his wife, Anna Margaretha Appel Horst (1828-1881), gathered at the home of John and Beth Chase (Cedar Creek Vines, northwest of Mt. Morris) for the 90th Horst Reunion.
Oregon CUSD 220 celebrated Veterans Day with two heartfelt programs, one at the elementary level and one for the junior/senior high school, totaling 90 minutes of tributes to the brave men and women who have served our country. Together, the programs honored over 90 veterans, recognizing their service and sacrifices in front of a grateful community.
The Ogle Jolly 4-H Club met on Nov. 18 for their monthly meeting.
On Wednesday, Nov. 20, the Forrestville Valley School District Board of Education recognized Member Don Cook for 21 years of service to the district.
The members of the Eagle's Nest Art Group will host an art show at their Conover Square studio during Oregon's annual Candlelight Walk festivities, Saturday, Nov. 30. Several art group members will be on hand, welcoming visitors in their Conover studio from 3-8 p.m. There is no cost and parking is plentiful.
Ogle County’s top 4-H members and clubs were honored for outstanding achievement at a special program held Sunday, Nov. 17, in the Byron Civic Theatre.
The Tour of Scenic Ogle County was held Saturday, Sept. 28. TOSOC is a cycling event benefitting the Village of Progress.
Polo Women’s Club held its fifth annual Coat Drive on Nov. 2, and thanks to the generosity of the community, 124 coats and numerous hats, scarves and mittens were donated for the event.
Gage Zeigler was recently named the October Student of the Month at Polo Community High School and received a $100 scholarship from the Polo Schools Foundation for his efforts. He is the son of Mark and Alissa Zeigler.
On Oct. 4, the Mt. Morris High School (MMHS) Class of 1959 held its 65th class reunion. The gathering took place at the old MMHS cafeteria which is now the home of Jen’s Artisan Breads; Jen and her staff served a fabulous brunch and were instrumental in the success of the reunion.
Three local media members with nearly 100 combined years of covering high school sports will be the presenters for the "Those Were The Days" program at the Oregon Depot on Nov. 30 at 10 am.
People Helping People is proud to announce the CPKC Holiday Train will be stopping in Byron at the Colfax Street crossing on Nov. 27 at 11:45 a.m.
Stillman Valley High School recently named its Students of the Month for October.
Byron High School Students of the Month for October were recently named.
The Oregon FFA Chapter selected a group of members to go experience the 97th National FFA Convention; All students in the group, going for the first time.
The Stillman Valley High School Environmental Club has participated in collecting soft plastic for recycling for four years now.
The Stillman Valley High School National Honor Society recently hosted a fundraising challenge for the Pregnancy Care Center in Rockford
The cold weather has arrived, and warm coats and accessories are essential for staying warm. Because of this, two local youth groups, Ogle County 4-H and Oregon Avalanche, are partnering to “Spread the Warmth” during their winter gear drive from Oct. 16 through Nov. 15. You are helping everybody stay warm and comfortable during the midwestern winter months, so all sizes are accepted.
In recognition of reaching their goal of 100 members, 100 Women Who Care of Ogle County held a celebration dinner at Honey Bee Haven, 3261 Daysville Road in Oregon, on Oct. 27.
Oregon Junior Senior High School’s (OJSHS) Music Program has concluded an exceptional fall season and is now setting its sights on a new round of performances.
Oregon Elementary School recently named its October Students of the Month.