Polo Historical Museum is moving the big newspaper books from the Dr. Burns House to the museum so they will be in a better controlled system.

Here's a look at events taking place at the Forreston Public Library.

Rochelle held a retirement celebration and open house Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, for Finance Director Chris Cardott, who will retire at the end of the year after 20 years with the city.

How many items can a DIY skeleton hold? Find out at the Oregon library.

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Runners from area high schools compete at the 1A Winnebago Regional on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, at the Levi and Ester Fuller Memorial Forest Preserve.

A ribboncutting was held Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, for three automotive businesses at 1400 N. Seventh St. in Rochelle: Doug Smith Motors, Mason Smith Auto Repair and Superior Dent Services.

Staff from the Rock River Valley Blood Center will draw blood from 12:30-5:30 p.m. Nov. 3, 2025, at Leaf River United Methodist Church.

Elizabeth Vaughan of Rochelle graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in August 2025.

Construction is set to begin on Rochelle’s downtown stage, outdoor gathering space and parking lots on Monday, Oct. 27, 2025.