Registration for the card-making class is limited so call the library or stop by to save a spot before Jan. 6.

Here's a list of upcoming events at the Bertolet Memorial Library in Leaf River.

The following events are happening at the Mt. Morris Senior & Community Center.

The Ogle County Democrats recently celebrated with a fundraiser and canned food collection drive in December.

The Leaf River Soaring Eagles 4-H Club participated in the Dec. 20 Leaf River Fire Department’s annual Lighted Christmas Parade.

The Rochelle Area Community Foundation recently announced Yazmin Nambo as its 2026 board president.

As 2025 draws to a close, I would like to take this opportunity to reflect on the accomplishments the city of Rochelle has achieved together over the past year with the support of staff, leadership and council members.

Turning bills into laws is only one step in a lengthy process. Money is usually required, and simply getting people talking about an issue is no guarantee those conversations will lead to action.

Rochelle Apple Roasted Cafe & Family Restaurant opened in mid-December at 134 May Mart Drive in Rochelle at the former site of Dog Hub.