Shaw Local News Network

To get more information about the important part that “smithing” played in the Sauk Valley area, come to the Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society at 7 p.m. Monday, May 25, to hear Greg Dutchoff, a local blacksmith, speak.

Presented by local history enthusiast and researcher Mary Rose Fillip, the program explores the history of the Women’s Ambulance Safety Patrol.

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is joining law enforcement agencies across Illinois for the 2026 “Click It or Ticket” campaign running May 15 to 26 during the Memorial Day travel period.

Stillman Trust & Wealth Management recently announced the winners of the Eickman Scholarship, an annual scholarship awarded to four area high school seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine.

Members of the Crystal Lake Central High School class of 2026 celebrates their commencement Saturday.

Members of the Cary-Grove High School class of 2026 celebrates their commencement Saturday.

Members of the Prairie Ridge High School class of 2026 celebrates their commencement Saturday.

Members of the Crystal Lake South High School class of 2026 celebrate their commencement Saturday.

Residents can take a night to enjoy the summer weather, support local restaurants, and even take in some live entertainment.

Rivers Estock of Steward was recently named to the spring 2026 dean’s list at Olivet Nazarene University.

Spies Of The World is a Chicago-based band inspired by the music of the Grateful Dead.

Many World War II artifacts are on display, including tanks, trucks, cannons and Rochelle News-Leader newspapers from 1945.

The DeKalb Farmers Market recently announced it was selected as a grant recipient through Compeer Financial’s Compeer Giving program. The grant will support efforts to strengthen local farmers and community connections.

The Whiteside Area Career Center’s Health Occupations students have earned a 100% pass rate on the Certified Nursing Assistant exam, according to a news release.

Southern New Hampshire University recently congratulated Rochelle-area students on being named to the list.