The mobile event offers first-time state ID issuance, Real ID transactions, license plate sticker renewals and state ID and driver’s license corrections, renewals and duplicates. Appointments are required.

Three Sterling students have been named to the Milwaukee School of Engineering’s dean’s list for the spring semester.

DeKalb County United will offer a youth soccer clinic for children ages five to 13 at WNIJ Hola’s Familia Fest on July 11.

The DeKalb County Health Department will host a recycling collection event for DeKalb County residents to dispose of unwanted electronics, aerosol products and textiles.

You wouldn’t think that a sign could save a life, but apparently it can. So the Kane County Health Department is promoting the display of these 911 Lifeline signs to encourage people in crisis to call.

The city of DeKalb recently began to work on a new mural celebrating the city’s place along Lincoln Highway.

DeKalb-area author and artist Kyle L. White is inviting the community to a public reading of his new book “Just Out There Somewhere: Thoughts About Moving On.”

Vocalist David Pfenninger will perform with the DeKalb Municipal Band at the next concert in its 172nd concert season.

A century of life and 80 years of American Legion membership will be celebrated for Marvin Geerts at 9 a.m. June 27 at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison.

A developer wants city approval to build a 186,000-square-foot facility in Park 88 in DeKalb to house what the city described as “a large manufacturer of climate control and energy management systems,” according to an agenda for a public hearing Monday.

Column: Like so many of us, I struggle with motivation to improve my physical self, writes Joan Budilovsky.

Sauk Valley Community College will host an American Red Cross blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, June 29, in West Mall.

Activities include games, songs, STEM activities, Bible lessons and crafts. Attendees must be four years old by June 1.

The DeKalb Public Library will offer a hands-on event for adults and teens to craft a festive ribbon flag. The event is part of the library’s American250 initiative.

Construction will begin on Illinois 84 in Carroll County on Monday, June 15. The 10-mile work zone is from Doty Road south of Savanna to the Whiteside County line.

A New York-style deli – Nino’s Italian Deli – held a grand opening on Saturday in Geneva.

The DeKalb Public Library will offer a program for children ages 3 to 10 to decorate a piggy bank.

Elder Care Services will hold its 2026 World Elder Abuse Awareness Walk for residents in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

Sergio Garcia Castro of Sterling graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor of science degree.

South Dakota State University announces Dale Johnson of Sterling has been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2026 semester.

This year, 158 participating nonprofits and endowment funds received support from 3,232 donors who made 9,833 donations

Genoa–Kingston High School graduate Hannah Walker recently was awarded the Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists 2026 Genoa Kingston High School Health and Wellness Scholarship.

Taco Alley, 817 W. Lincoln Highway, Suite H, DeKalb, is Mexican restaurant Tamales Los Girasoles’ most recent addition.

This month’s Friends of the Hennepin Canal's “Hike the Hennepin” will be Sunday, June 14, and will travel from Lock 6 to Lock 11 (Bridge 6). This hike is approximately 4.6 miles.

Kishwaukee College recently named Woodfin Billingsly as the 2026 Paul Simon Student Essay Contest winner and Alanna Nelson as the 2026 Gandhi/King Peace Scholarship recipient.

Local youths ages 10 to 14 are invited to explore the exciting world of engineering and creativity at an upcoming hands-on workshop where participants will build their own DIY hydraulic hand using everyday household materials.

The Waterman United Methodist Church will host an ice cream social for community members.

Youth in the Sauk Valley will have the opportunity to explore the outdoors and learn about the natural world this summer through Junior Master Naturalist Camp, offered by University of Illinois Extension in partnership with local nature centers.

Youths ages 5–10 are invited to get creative and explore the natural world at the University of Illinois Extension 4-H Nature’s Paint Box workshop series happening this summer across Carroll, Lee and Whiteside counties.

State Sen. Li Arellano Jr., R-Dixon, will host two legislative session updates, one on June 24 in Dixon and another on June 30 in Geneseo to provide residents with an overview of the recently completed spring legislative session and discuss issues impacting the 37th District.

DeKalb 1st Ward residents are invited to attend an outdoor meeting led by their Alderwoman Carolyn Zasada to discuss concerns, opportunities and issues in the city of DeKalb.

State Rep. Bradley Fritts, R-Dixon, is kicking off his fourth annual Summer Tour this month. 

Rayna White, a recent graduate of Sycamore High School, is the recipient of the 2026 YEP Changemakers Scholarship, the DeKalb County Community Foundation announced.

To qualify for the dean’s list, students must earn a grade-point average of 3.50 or better during the semester, based on 4.0 for straight As.

Sick the Magazine is coming through Rock Falls on Monday, June 15, and Rock Falls is having a mini-block party downtown to welcome them for a third year in a row.

The DeKalb Farmers Market is held every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Van Buer Plaza.

Here's a list of area students who graduated from Cedarville University in spring 2026.

Sycamore-based Treehouse Pie Company is inviting the public to a “Strawberry Party” for residents to celebrate the start of summer.

Teens in sixth through 12th grades can celebrate start of the World Cup and the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team with a party at the DeKalb Public Library.

Resource Bank recently was named Business of the Year by the Greater Kirkland Area Chamber of Commerce.

The 73rd annual Fiesta Parade will be held on Sept. 19. Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 Fiesta Parade grand marshal.

Odell Public Library on July 12 will show the smash-hit musical, “Hamilton,” the story of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, ambition and a legacy that shapes the course of a new nation.

Sauk Valley Community College’s Board of Trustees chairman has been honored for his leadership, service and commitment to advancing the mission of Illinois community colleges.

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced June 8 that it will be shutting off roadway lights on the U.S. 52 Mississippi River Bridge in Carroll County and U.S. 30 Mississippi River Bridge in Whiteside County.

Teenagers in sixth through 12th grades can help plan and create a teen escape room during planning sessions at the DeKalb Public Library.

The DeKalb Public Library will host a bingo game for teenagers in sixth through 12th grades.

Adults can learn about the origins of fabled characters from “The Lone Ranger,” including the Lone Ranger, Tonto and Silver the horse, at a presentation at the DeKalb Public Library.

The Moms’ Group at OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center in Dixon is inviting local families to attend its next quarterly pop‑up playdate at 5 p.m. Thursday, June 18, at Lowell Park in Dixon.

The Summer Sounds of the Dixon Municipal Band continue at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at the Page Park Band Shell.

Teenagers and adults can learn how to loom weave at a class at the DeKalb Public Library on June 10.