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August 19, 2022
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German Valley Days 2022
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German Valley Days 2022

The 2022 German Valley Days took place July 15-16, with most of the events taking place at Ben Miller Park, in German Valley.

By Alexa Zoellner●
July 19, 2022 at 12:00 am CDT

Ogle state’s attorneys past and present apply for associate judgeship

Ogle state’s attorneys past and present apply for associate judgeship

Ogle County State’s Attorney Mike Rock and the man he replaced are among six attorneys seeking to replace 15th Judicial Circuit Associate Judge Clayton L. Lindsey, who resigned May 31 to run for circuit judge.

By Kathleen A. Schultz●
July 08, 2022 at 11:00 am CDT

2022 primary election: Fritts wins 74th House District

2022 primary election: Fritts wins 74th House District

The 74th Illinois House District includes parts of Lee, Whiteside, Ogle, DeKalb and La Salle counties.

By Rachel Rodgers●
June 29, 2022 at 3:29 pm CDT

2022 primary election: McCombie leads 89th House District

2022 primary election: McCombie leads 89th House District

Incumbent lawmaker Tony McCombie leads retired police officer Victoria Onorato in the Republican primary polls Tuesday for the 89th District in the Illinois House of Representatives, according to unofficial results.

By Shane Taylor●
June 28, 2022 at 11:36 pm CDT

Election: Arellano, Fritts to face off for 74th House District

Election: Arellano, Fritts to face off for 74th House District

The 74th Illinois House District includes parts of Lee, Whiteside, Ogle, DeKalb and La Salle counties.

By Rachel Rodgers●
June 24, 2022 at 8:00 pm CDT

89th District candidates want rollback on police reforms, remedy on property taxes

89th District candidates want rollback on police reforms, remedy on property taxes

The candidates are incumbent lawmaker Tony McCombie and retired police officer Victoria Onorato.

By Troy E. Taylor●
June 22, 2022 at 6:00 am CDT

Shutter to Think: A tender moment for a rescued horse

Shutter to Think: A tender moment for a rescued horse

Alex Paschal talks about the story behind the photo in this weekly column.

By Alex T. Paschal - apaschal@shawmedia.com●
June 12, 2022 at 11:00 am CDT

Rural Polo man charged with possession of child pornography

Rural Polo man charged with possession of child pornography

A 25-year-old Polo man was arrested Tuesday after a search of his home turned up evidence of child pornography, the Illinois State Police said.

By Kathleen A. Schultz●
June 09, 2022 at 4:46 pm CDT

Polo Community High School Class of 2022 commencement
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Polo Community High School Class of 2022 commencement

Thirty-five seniors accepted diplomas during the Polo Community High School Class of 2022 commencement ceremony on May 29.

By Alexa Zoellner●
June 01, 2022 at 12:00 am CDT

Polo pool opens for 2022 season

Polo pool opens for 2022 season

Polo's outdoor pool at Keator Park opened for the 2022 season on Friday, May 27. The sky was overcast on Day 1, but that didn't stop residents from swimming. The pool was equally busy on May 28, when the weather was much warmer.

By Alexa Zoellner●
May 31, 2022 at 12:00 am CDT
Rustic Ridge Axe Throwing grand opening

Rustic Ridge Axe Throwing grand opening

The grand opening of Rustic Ridge Axe Throwing took place May 28 in Oregon. Cassandra Chapman owns the business; her husband, Chris Chapman, is the manager. Anyone age 14 and older is welcome, although the presence of a parent or guardian is required for those 17 and under. Everyone, regardless of age, must sign a liability release waiver; a guardian must sign for minors. Rustic Ridge Axe Throwing is located at 117 N. 4th St., Oregon, and is affiliated with the World Axe Throwing League.

By Alexa Zoellner●
May 31, 2022 at 12:00 am CDT
Mount Morris spelling champ in D.C. for national bee

Mount Morris spelling champ in D.C. for national bee

Merit Hope Namaste-Rose enters the preliminary round on Tuesday after participating in a welcoming ceremony on Monday.

By Troy E. Taylor●
May 30, 2022 at 5:00 am CDT

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