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May 12, 2025
Shaw Local

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DeKalb police, social worker collab meant ‘to reduce need for future emergency calls’

DeKalb police, social worker collab meant ‘to reduce need for future emergency calls’

To help ensure continuity of service, the DeKalb City Council at a recent meeting gave a green light to solidify an agreement between the city and a local mental health clinic to embed social workers in police response to behavioral health concerns.

By Megann Horstead●
May 12, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

DeKalb County museums participating in summer museum program

DeKalb County museums participating in summer museum program

The DeKalb County History Center, the Ellwood House Museum, and the Joseph F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center will participate in the Blue Star Museums program for the summer. The program will be from May 17 through Sept. 1.

By Shaw Local News Network●
May 12, 2025 at 5:00 am CDT

Kishwaukee College recognizes outgoing Board of Trustees members

Kishwaukee College recognizes outgoing Board of Trustees members

Kishwaukee College recently recognized outgoing Board of Trustees Secretary Kathleen Spears and Trustee Kathleen Watkins.

By Kate Santillan●
May 11, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Take a walk in nature to help clear the mind

Take a walk in nature to help clear the mind

Have you ever felt rejuvenated in the great outdoors? You’re invited to join in a walk with a certified forest therapy guide.

By Shaw Local News Network●
May 11, 2025 at 4:00 pm CDT

Oakwood Cemetery expansion planned in DeKalb

Oakwood Cemetery expansion planned in DeKalb

Oakwood Cemetery, 611 to 615 N. First St. in DeKalb Township, could be getting ready for an expansion thanks to a local church.

By Megann Horstead●
May 11, 2025 at 2:00 pm CDT

Kishwaukee College Foundation accepting Distinguished Alumni Award nominations

Kishwaukee College Foundation accepting Distinguished Alumni Award nominations

The Kishwaukee College Foundation is accepting nominations for its 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award.

By Kate Santillan●
May 11, 2025 at 2:00 pm CDT

DeKalb County History Center to host seasonal cooking series May 15

DeKalb County History Center to host seasonal cooking series May 15

The DeKalb County History Center will host the next program in its seasonal cooking series to build its “Food Gathering Around the Table” exhibit.

By Shaw Local News Network●
May 11, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT

Teen advisory group to meet May 20 in DeKalb

Teen advisory group to meet May 20 in DeKalb

The DeKalb Public Library will hold a teen advisory group meeting for teens in sixth through 12th grade to earn volunteer hours and develop interpersonal skills.

By Kate Santillan●
May 11, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT

DeKalb city leaders seek to replace final lead service lines

DeKalb city leaders seek to replace final lead service lines

DeKalb city leaders are one step closer to replacing the last of the lead service lines in town.

By Megann Horstead●
May 11, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT

DeKalb County History Center to host seasonal cooking series May 15

DeKalb County History Center to host seasonal cooking series May 15

The DeKalb County History Center will host the next program in its seasonal cooking series to build its “Food Gathering Around the Table” exhibit.

By Shaw Local News Network●
May 11, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT
Teen advisory group to meet May 20 in DeKalb

Teen advisory group to meet May 20 in DeKalb

The DeKalb Public Library will hold a teen advisory group meeting for teens in sixth through 12th grade to earn volunteer hours and develop interpersonal skills.

By Kate Santillan●
May 11, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT
DeKalb city leaders seek to replace final lead service lines

DeKalb city leaders seek to replace final lead service lines

DeKalb city leaders are one step closer to replacing the last of the lead service lines in town.

By Megann Horstead●
May 11, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT

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DeKalb police, social worker collab meant ‘to reduce need for future emergency calls’

DeKalb police, social worker collab meant ‘to reduce need for future emergency calls’


DeKalb County museums participating in summer museum program

DeKalb County museums participating in summer museum program


Kishwaukee College recognizes outgoing Board of Trustees members

Kishwaukee College recognizes outgoing Board of Trustees members


Take a walk in nature to help clear the mind

Take a walk in nature to help clear the mind


Oakwood Cemetery expansion planned in DeKalb

Oakwood Cemetery expansion planned in DeKalb


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