DeKalb city officials are hoping to double the size of the city’s annual Memorial Day parade this year, in part to help celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary. Parade applications are due May 8.

The J.F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center’s final Soup-er Sunday program of the year will feature a “Cultivating Community: The Roots of Sweet Life Garden Group” presentation by Sweet Life Garden Group founder Lori Brown.

The DeKalb County Community Foundation has announced new officer leadership for its Board of Directors following its January 2026 annual meeting.

Community members can learn about the Rockford Peaches and women’s baseball history on Saturday during a DeKalb Public Library program.

Here's where Rooted for Good's mobile food pantry will be in April throughout DeKalb County. The pantry is open to all, no questions asked.

Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists and the Kishwaukee Family YMCA will hold a “Mobility and Injury Prevention” presentation for residents as part of its Lunch and Learn Educational Series.

Hampshire High School teacher Bob Beringer recently was awarded with $10,000 donated by Resource Bank as part of the bank’s Kick-Off for Kash contest.

The DeKalb Public Library will offer a tasting on Friday for youth in sixth through 12th grades to taste and learn about different candies.

The Beth Fowler Dance Company and Beth Fowler School of Dance will hold double-feature performances of “Annie” and “Paquita.”