By Bob Balgemann REPORTER The Rock River flood of June 2008 devastated many properties along and near Shore Drive. In the wake of that natural assault, many affected property owners gave thoughts to moving to avoid the possibility of such problems in the future. In response to those concerns and […]
This year’s multi-county dog show was held at Granny Rose Animal Shelter in Dixon Saturday, June 25. This is the fifth year that Carroll, DeKalb, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside counties have participated in a multi-county show. Twenty-eight 4-H members competed in this year’s show. Show results DeKalb Champion Junior Showmanship […]
Vintage car owners will bring their pride and joys to show off to other collectors and enthusiasts at the Cars on Main show in downtown Pecatonica on Saturday, July 23. Cars on Main is a community not-for-profit event showcasing automobiles of all types from classic to modern. If it has […]
By Anne Eickstadt REPORTER The Poplar Grove Vintage Wings & heels Museum hosted a garden tractor/ATV tractor pull on Saturday, July 3. The 53 contestants ranged in age from five-years-old to over 60-years-old. Kaydra Heller, secretary/treasurer of the ATV/Garden Tractor Pulling Association, was the announcer for the event. “This event […]
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Spectacular dance numbers were brought to life by talented dancers who took center stage on Saturday, June 11 in Hononegah’s Performing Arts Center, each one was “breaking news” that Miss Andrea’s Dance Factory is celebrating 30 years of dance excellence. Three separate recitals included ensembles, duets, […]