Carroll County

A former Savanna woman, who pleaded guilty March 1 to harassing a Black witness accusing her of hate crimes, is scheduled to be sentenced Friday, April 26, after losing a bid to withdraw her guilty plea and proceed to a jury trial.

The goal of National Alliance on Mental Health Sauk Area is, at its core, simple: Work within the community to provide as much mental health support as possible.

The National Weather Service Quad-Cities office has issued a tornado watch for Whiteside and Carroll counties in northwestern Illinois in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday.

Timber Lake Playhouse is hosting auditions for the role of Toto in “The Wizard of Oz” at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 11.

NAMI Sauk Area is hosting an open house on Friday to introduce the community to its new office space and share information about its programs. The open house is set for 5-6 p.m. April 12 at 3101 Freeport Road, Sterling.

Plea agreement had been reached in Eric Hentges’ Ogle County offense, which occurred March 4.

Timber Lake Playhouse will again offer a variety of workshops and classes in the arts this summer as well as performance opportunities for youths ages 6 to 18.

Northwest Illinois is full of many gorgeous state parks, perfect for outdoor adventures this spring.

University of Illinois Extension and Sinnissippi Centers will host a Youth Mental Health First Aid workshop April 10, 2024, at the Whiteside Extension Office in Sterling. The workshop will run from noon to 5 p.m.

University of Illinois Extension has announced two upcoming programs aimed at improving everyday life through laughter and memory enhancement.

To participate, interested area residents can submit a photo that best represents the people and places of the 89th District, including any statues and monuments. The winning photos will be displayed in McCombie’s Springfield and Savanna offices.

TLP's spring events are Disney’s Frozen, a Sing A-long Movie Night on April 13, Casino Night with The Rat Pack Concert on April 20, a Kentucky Derby Party bourbon-tasting event May 4, and The Four C Notes recreating the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons on May 18.

State Rep. Tony McCombie, R-Savanna, has announced a new set of mobile office hours coming up at the end of March in Carroll and Stephenson counties.

Events for spring 2024 include brain fitness classes, dog training, youth development, gardening, cooking and more.

Carroll County town will receive a $959,752 investment to repair mains.