Shaw Local News Network

Movie in the Park will feature “Disney Pixar Cars” at 6:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Grandon Civic Center in Sterling.

The White Rock Cemetery Memorial Day Association will hold its annual service at 9:30 a.m. Monday, May 25, at the Elim Reformed Church.

Known for his astonishing illusions, quick wit and unforgettable stage presence, Westford has captivated audiences around the world.

Jacobs captured the Fox Valley Conference boys tennis championship by two points over Huntley. Samuel Santa Ines won the No. 1 singles title for Jacobs, and Crystal Lake South's Zeke Boldman and Eryk Bucior won the No. 1 doubles championship.

Rock Falls High School recently released the names of the graduating students who have earned awards, honors and scholarships.

Adults are invited to learn more about their legal rights when it comes to protesting and interacting with law enforcement at an upcoming DeKalb Public Library presentation.

The DeKalb County Health Department will partner with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency to host a household hazardous waste collection drive for residents to dispose of hazardous waste.

The new restaurant brings waterfront dining, live music and coastal cuisine to the Illinois Valley area.

Thousands are expected at Pacifica Square in honor of Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

The DeKalb Public Library will hold a sound healing session for residents ages 12 and older to ease their nervous systems and quiet their minds.

Southern New Hampshire University recently congratulated Ogle County students named to its spring 2026 president’s list.

Laynie Berkey of Dixon was among a record 3,762 graduates who received degrees from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln during commencement exercises May 8-9.

Wilmington beats Andrew in baseball and more in the Herald-News Thursday Roundup.

Teenagers in sixth through 12th grades are invited to learn about music production basics at a DeKalb Public Library program.

Makenna Arickx is among 98 students at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater who earned grants to conduct undergraduate research during the 2025-26 academic year.