Betty Obendorf of the Polo Historical Society describes a hectic week of preparing for a program at the museum.

Disciples United Methodist Church in Mt. Morris is continuing to partner with Midwest Mission to host a used/new school supplies collection drive.

Renovations currently are underway on the space, according to a news release.

Oscar F. Pina, 49, pleaded guilty to the Class 2 felony offense as he appeared at the Ogle County Judicial Center in Oregon.

The Mt. Morris Jamboree recently announced the return of Howard and the White Boys to its bandshell on June 19 for a free concert starting at 7 p.m.

The single-family home located at 421 7th Avenue in Rochelle was sold on May 19, for $76,000, or $37 per square foot.

Work began June 1 on a new mural at the city of Rochelle’s recently completed pocket park at 517 W. Fourth Ave. The mural is being painted by Mat Steder, owner of Steder Tattoo in Rochelle.

A meeting of American Legion Post 403 was held at the Petro Truck Stop on June 10.

The Flagg-Rochelle Public Library’s summer reading program is underway, with numerous events running through Aug. 26 for kids, families and people of all ages.