Oregon's Candlelight Walk included plenty of holiday shopping, activities, and a visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus on Saturday. Dec. 6, 2025.

While most Ogle County residents were figuring out how to get rid of the nearly 12 inches of snow that fell across the region Nov. 29, 2025, sculptor Fran Volz of Rockford was getting inspired.

Dixon Rural and Dixon City firefighters and Advance EMS were dispatched at 12:46 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, to a structure fire at 1706 Spring St., Nachusa, according to a news release from Dixon Rural Fire Chief Dustin Dahlstrom.

The all-state festival and music education conference is Jan. 28-31 in Peoria.

Camren Hastings, 18, is charged with aggravated discharge of a firearm, a Class 1 felony, and aggravated use of a firearm as a person under the age of 21, a Class 4 felony.

Joseph G. Dreesen, 25, entered his plea Wednesday, Dec. 3 and asked for a jury trial.

The Rochelle Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, is continuing its efforts to honor local veterans through the Wreaths Across America program.

Oregon Living & Rehab Center at 811 S. 10th St. is collecting food donations Dec. 1-22, 2025, to help local families in need.

Citing financial challenges, the Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce announced Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, that it will be suspending operations effective Dec. 31, 2025.

Christopher L. Reed, 31, pleaded guilty to the Class X felony when he appeared in court for a pretrial hearing with his attorney.

Some who sell artificial Christmas trees this seasons say their costs are much higher this year because of tariffs, which could benefit those who sell fresh-cut trees.

Old Man Winter dropped nearly 12 inches of snow across Ogle County on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.

Having some cents of Ogle County history: Centennial, quasquicentennial, sesquicentennial, dosquicentennial … Ogle County can observe them all this year, from the anniversary of driving through a cut up rock to blazing trails and rails.

Here's a list of Ogle County property transfers for Nov. 24-28, 2025.

Nine workers and their director were praised by city commissioners Nov. 25, 2025.

The Rock River Center is a resource center located at 810 S. 10th St., Oregon.

Ogle County's first snowstorm of the season dropped close to a foot of the white stuff in Oregon on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025 prompting some businesses to close early and postponing the town's annual Candlelight Walk evening event.

The walk was set for Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, but was postponed due to the impending snowstorm, City Manager Darin DeHaan announced in a Facebook Post.

The Oregon Lions Club recently hosted its 1-D central zone meeting. Special speaker, author and educator Bill Massey from North Carolina was Zoomed in to present to the group.

The First Fridays Open Mic presents its monthly show at the Oregon VFW on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025.

Here is a list of Ogle County property transfers for Nov. 17-21, 2025.

Here's a list of upcoming activities at the Rock River Center.

All families with children with autism and other special needs can enjoy the time-honored tradition of a visit with Santa in a more subdued and calm environment.

An Oregon man died Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, after a car driven by a Camanche, Iowa, man struck him on Illinois Route 2, just north of Grand Detour, according to the Ogle County Sheriff's Office.

The picturesque courthouse was built in 1891 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1981.

The 18-year-old is charged with aggravated discharge of a firearm, a Class 1 felony, and aggravated use of a firearm as a person under the age of 21, a Class 4 felony

Oregon’s 39th annual Candlelight Walk will be from 3-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.

In the Nov. 17, 2025, edition of Ogle County Life, Reed Harris asked “When do we start winning?” He posed a lot of questions for our consideration. They were more than questions, though. Framed in a manner critical of the current administration, they make me ask questions.

Some Ogle County food pantries have seen client increases of up to 30%.

Oregon Junior/Senior High School musicians just finished wrapping up their first round of the ILMEA season with the district music festival on Nov. 15, 2025.

Here's a list of Ogle County property transfers for Nov. 10-14, 2025.

The state assignment was extra special for Robin Keene. who was marking a return to the state finals floor 18 years after her mom had officiated there in 2007.

The Oregon Depot Museum will not hold a monthly “Those Were The Days” in November. The historical program highlights area history with speakers. Keep an eye on local publications for future program dates and details.

Serenity Hospice and Home is hosting a special Blue Christmas event to offer a space of comfort, reflection and hope for anyone who may be struggling during this time of year.

Sarah Safranek, 38, admitted Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025, that she was responsible for the 2021 death of her son, Nathaniel Burton.

Sarah Safranek, 38, pleaded guilty Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025, to first-degree murder in connection with the February 2021 death of her son.

The Oregon School District's Veterans Day Assembly on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, included songs by students in each grade level, musical selections by the junior high and high school bands, and recognition of all veterans.

Here's a list of Ogle County property transfers for Nov. 3-7, 2025.

Oregon High School’s madrigal dinner theme for this year is “The Unfinished Madrigal Dinners”.

Homeowner, who had a medical marijuana card, is charged with unlawful possession with the intent to deliver more than 5,000 grams of cannabis, and possession of 20 to 50 cannabis plants

On Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, the Oregon Rotary Club will host what is billed as the 30th and final Angel Ball, a milestone evening marking the culmination of the club’s long-running gala in support of local community causes.

There are hundreds of World War I monuments across Illinois – remain silent reminders of a war legacy that still lingers more than a century later.

Illinois lost an estimated 2,936 men in Vietnam – the sixth-highest toll among all states. Dozens were from local communities, and their sacrifices continue to resonate with family and friends

Twelve local students are among the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater scholarship recipients receiving financial awards for the 2025-26 academic year.

The inaugural Ogle County K-9 Fund Bark and Whine Ball was held Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at the River’s Edge Experience in Oregon and raised $34,000 for the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit, Deputy Ali VanVickle said.

Serenity Hospice & Home will host a “Cooking for One” Workshop, for those grieving a loss, on Nov. 19, 2025, at the Ogle County Farm Bureau at 421 W. Pines Road in Oregon.

The Eagle’s Nest Art Group will host an art show at the Conover Square studio during Oregon’s annual Candlelight Walk festivities on Saturday, Nov. 29. 2025.

Dickson: After reading recent comments in the Ogle County Life I wondered if, in general, we are weak on civics and maybe weak on composition skills as well.

Popsicles come in different shapes and varieties, and a Franklin Grove woman has has put her own twist to the treats – using real fruits and what grows in her garden to create a variety of tasty flavors that make customers' taste buds pop.

Oregon High School will present its fall play, “Dystopia! The Hungry Maze Game of Divergent Death” by Don Zolidis on Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. and on Sunday, Nov. 9 at 2 p.m. in the OHS Auditorium.