The Polo Area Community Theatre is kicking off its 20th season with a production of "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical". Performances will be held at the Old Polo Town Hall, now home to PACT, located at 117 N. Franklin Ave. Dates for the performances are Sept. 19, 20 and 26 at 7 p.m. and Sept. 21 and 27 at 2 p.m.

Before most students even graduate high school, participants in the Whiteside Area Career Center’s Early Childhood Education program are already shaping the lives of children.

Columnist: The picnic at Henry School was a festive evening and the school was all dressed up in fall by Ted and Joanne. They had cleaned and decorated for the event so the school was sparkling.

Here's a list of Ogle County property transfers for Sept. 8-12, 2025.

Polo’s Harper Clark was named to the president’s and graduation lists at Des Moines Area Community College.

No one was injured in the blaze on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, the sixth fire at this location this year, according to a Sterling Fire Department news release.

The city of Polo and the Polo School District recently announced a collaborative effort to apply for the Safe Routes to School Program Grant.

Here's a list of Ogle County property transfers for Sept. 1-5, 2025.

Pups and their owners, along with high school students, ran or walked to help a local animal shelter.

OBENDORF: We seem to have an early fall and the migration of the birds has begun.

Sniffing, yipping, tail wagging, and more sniffing were all part of the pre-walk ritual for the pups that took part in Polo High School’s Doggy Dash fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025.

Polo Area Community Theatre is preparing for the first show of its 20th season, which will take place in the Old Polo Town Hall that now belongs to PACT.

Museum's Waterbury doll sent out for repair; plans in the works to plant prairie flowers around Aplington House.

Here's a list of Ogle County property transfers for Aug. 25-29, 2025.

Chana Methodist Church will celebrates its 150th year Sept. 7, 2025.

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that weather permitting, construction on Illinois Route 26 in Ogle County begins Tuesday, Sept. 9. The work zone is from Willow Street in Forreston to Hillside Drive in Polo.

Two people spoke during the Polo School Board's public comment period Aug. 20, 2025.

The Polo Historical Society is having its picnic on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, at Henry School. The picnic starts at 6 p.m. Bring a dish to pass and your own table service.

When couples fall in love with each other, they can call someone who’s fallen in love with photography to capture the picture-perfect moments in their wedding.

Day-long event included live music, games, and demonstrations.

The Polo Chamber of Commerce will hold its 58th annual meeting and dinner at the Polo Room at 712 N. Division Ave. in Polo on Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 5 p.m.

The Ogle County Economic Development Corporation recently hired longtime resident Liz Hiemstra as its new director.

At its monthly meeting Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025, the Ogle County Board voted unanimously to deny special-use permits for two solar energy developments.

The pastor at a rural Sterling church is seeking to make its annual Farm Heritage Show just like how the church acts as a beacon of light to the community: helping those in need become mentally healthy and hungry.

The Sauk Valley Community College greenhouse and JL Acres LLC organic crops are among sites that will be toured.

The Class of 1970 had all sorts of questions about Aplington House and the restoration of it many years ago.

Here is a list of property transfers for Ogle County for Aug. 11-15, 2025.

Here's a list of Ogle County property transfers for Aug. 4-8, 2025.

While the Land of Lincoln has its share of Bulldogs, Eagles, Tigers and other standard nicknames, we also have some more unusual prep mascots. Here are the stories behind some of the most interesting ones

Vendors sell their wares from 3-6 p.m. Thursdays in the Pavilion.

Fresh vegetables, locally raised meats, and handmade wares were all offered at the Polo Farmer’s Market on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. The market is held each Thursday from 3-6 p.m., weather permitting, at the Pavilion located on the southeast corner of South Division and Buffalo streets in downtown Polo.

Motorcycles were on display and in action at the Rock River Riders Motorcycle Club's hillclimb Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025. The club is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year and also held a motorcycle show at its final event of the season. The club grounds - home to hillclimbs since 1935 - are located on Pines Road between Oregon and Polo.

Polo resident Tucker Mumford recently graduated from Wartburg College.

Ogle County residents and even livestock went to the water to try to beat the heat on Monday, July 28, 2025. Temperatures rose into the 90s and, coupled with high humidity, pushed the heat index into the 100s.

Beth Wiegmann of Polo will shed some light on the Underground Railroad in the Sauk Valley area at 7 p.m. Monday, July 28, at the Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society in Dixon.  

Dixon residents can now enjoy a new, more convenient location for R.P. Lumber. It reopened June 16 at 1350 N. Galena Ave. with the same open hours: Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 7 p.m. to noon.

State Rep. Bradley Fritts, R-Dixon, has recognized M. Thomas Suits Law Office in Polo with his July 2025 local business highlight award.

Here is a list of property transfers for Ogle County for July 14-18, 2025.

Polo Area Community Theatre will perform “The Seussification of a Midsummer Night’s Dream” at 7 p.m. July 11, 12 and 13.

Here is a list of Ogle County property transfers for June 27-July 3, 2025.

Kaden Coppotelli was presented with the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police Lifesaving Award prior to the start of the Monday, July 7, 2025, Polo City Council meeting.

Seuss meets Shakespeare in Polo Area Community Theatre's rendition of "The Seussification of A Midsummer Night's Dream." Performances will be 7 p.m. July 11, 12 and 13. This is a free show held outdoors at Louise Quick Park in Polo. Rain will move the performance inside next door.

The Polo Historical Society is applying to become a designated Network to Freedom site with the National Park Service after uncovering local ties to the Underground Railroad.

A variety of featured gardens in Mt. Morris and the surrounding countryside will be part of the tour

Performances will be July 11, 12, and 13 at 7 p.m. in Louise Quick Park in Polo

Polo was a major hub in helping slaves get to safety in the 1800s through the Underground Railroad, a series of secret routes and safe houses.

Polo homeowner battles back with a hose of her own during annual parade.

Polo hosted its annual Town & Country Days June 26-29, 2025.

The William and Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation has awarded 116 scholarships since 2012.

Asked questions such as “What’s your favorite dinosaur” and “What’s the best thing about being a kid,” the 4- and 5-year-olds did their best to give insightful answers.