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July 01, 2025
Shaw Local

NewsPrep SportsOgle County OpinionObituarieseNewspaperStarved Rock CountryThe First Hundred Miles

Water wars a welcome feature of Polo’s Town & Country Days parade

Water wars a welcome feature of Polo’s Town & Country Days parade

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

By Earleen Hinton●
July 01, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

14 Polo students awarded William and Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation scholarships

14 Polo students awarded William and Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation scholarships

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

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 30, 2025 at 3:00 pm CDT

ENAG to host Artist Bob Diven painting class on July 12

ENAG to host Artist Bob Diven painting class on July 12

The class will be held at Conover Square’s Eagle’s Nest Art Group Studio from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 30, 2025 at 2:37 pm CDT

Kable Band Concerts offered each Wednesday night in Mt. Morris

Kable Band Concerts offered each Wednesday night in Mt. Morris

Concerts are held in the Reckmeyer Bandshell in downtown Mt. Morris on the College Campus.

By Shaw Local News Network●
June 30, 2025 at 2:16 pm CDT

Polo’s Little Miss and Mister crowned at annual Town and Country Days

Polo’s Little Miss and Mister crowned at annual Town and Country Days

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.

By Alex T. Paschal●
June 30, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Jonny Lyons and the Pride kicks off week of music in Mt. Morris

Jonny Lyons and the Pride kicks off week of music in Mt. Morris

The Kable Concert Band will present two patriotic concerts – one Wednesday, July 2, on the Mt. Morris Campus and the other on Friday, July 4, behind the former David L. Rahn Junior High School, 105 W. Brayton Road, before the fireworks show.

By Earleen Hinton●
June 29, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

River’s Edge Farmers Market offering plenty of family fun in July

River’s Edge Farmers Market offering plenty of family fun in July

The markets are held each Thursday night from 5-7:30 p.m. at 123 N. Second St., along the riverfront below the Oregon dam.

By Earleen Hinton●
June 27, 2025 at 11:28 pm CDT

Light rain no bother for Oregon Park District’s second concert in the park

Light rain no bother for Oregon Park District’s second concert in the park

The light rain that fell briefly across the concert venue at Oregon Park West, 1402 Koontz Place, didn’t stop kids and their parents from moving to the tunes.

By Earleen Hinton●
June 27, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

More live music takes the stage in Mt. Morris on June 27 and over the July 4th weekend

More live music takes the stage in Mt. Morris on June 27 and over the July 4th weekend

The 1960s tribute band SHiNDiG! performs at the Let Freedom Ring Block Party on July 4; Bagshot Row returns July 5 for the Let Freedom Ring Car Show.

By Earleen Hinton●
June 26, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT

Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce relocating to Sarah Phelps Plaza

Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce relocating to Sarah Phelps Plaza

Officials say the move will enhance the partnership with the city of Oregon and transform the plaza into a central space for events, outreach and visibility.

By Earleen Hinton●
June 26, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT
Byron man accused of stalking, cyberstalking and harassment granted continuance

Byron man accused of stalking, cyberstalking and harassment granted continuance

Andrew Gornick, 43, appeared in court Tuesday, June 24, with his attorney, Cassandra Hirth of Rockford, for a petition to revoke hearing on the 2022 charge.

By Earleen Hinton●
June 25, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT
Polo’s Town & Country Days offers parade, carnival and much more

Polo’s Town & Country Days offers parade, carnival and much more

Fireworks, a parade, a historical trolley tour and a carnival are just some of the attractions at Polo’s Town & Country Days from June 25-29.

By Earleen Hinton●
June 25, 2025 at 4:01 pm CDT

Recent Articles

Water wars a welcome feature of Polo’s Town & Country Days parade

Water wars a welcome feature of Polo’s Town & Country Days parade


Photos: Polo's Town & Country Days

Photos: Polo's Town & Country Days


14 Polo students awarded William and Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation scholarships

14 Polo students awarded William and Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation scholarships


ENAG to host Artist Bob Diven painting class on July 12

ENAG to host Artist Bob Diven painting class on July 12


Kable Band Concerts offered each Wednesday night in Mt. Morris

Kable Band Concerts offered each Wednesday night in Mt. Morris


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