A grand reopening and ribbon cutting were held May 29 for The Blackstone Bar & Grill in Rochelle.

Stark and Tazewell counties had the state’s top average corn and soybean yields, respectively, in 2025.

A grand opening and ribbon cutting were held May 22 for Salon Idyll in Rochelle.

C.E.S. Inc., a locally owned and operated civil engineering and land surveying company with offices in northern Illinois, recently announced the hiring of Narasimhanaidu “Simha” Veluru.

Byron Bank recently announced the return of its annual lemonade stand contest on Friday, June 26, at the green space outside Byron Bank.

A grand opening was held May 16 for The Echelon in Rochelle. The recently remodeled downtown building is now home to Down Range Firearms, photography businesses Kitty’s Kaptures and JuliaVsoftstudios, more business suites, a meeting room and living spaces.

Stillman Bank recently welcomed Taylor Boostrom as retail banking officer, according to Thomas Hughes, president and CEO.

Byron Bank recently announced the return of its fourth annual community calendar photo contest, inviting individuals across northern Illinois to help capture and celebrate the places, moments and memories that make local communities unique.

The family-run restaurant boasts a legacy as a gathering space for celebrations and as a local employer.