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experiences launching its 2026 season: the immersive event “An Evening Through Time” and the accompanying exhibition “A Walk Through Time.” 

The farmers market will be open from 7-11 a.m. every Wednesday and Saturday from May through October.

Comedian Lee Hardin of Nashville will be performing at the Lincoln Arts Center in Rochelle on Friday, May 1.

Kings Elementary School students received awards at an event at the school April 17 through the Rochelle Kiwanis Golden K Bringing Up Grades program.

The city of DeKalb and Citizens’ Community Enhancement Commission are accepting applications for the 2026 Paint-A-Plug public arts program. Artists are encouraged to incorporate America250 aspects into their theme.

State Sen. Li Arellano Jr., R-Dixon, advanced Senate Bill 1573 out of the Senate, legislation that would lower the fee to become certified as an electronic notary in Illinois and thus encourage more notaries to operate within the state.

Give DeKalb County returns on May 7 with a community-wide invitation to support nonprofit organizations in DeKalb County. Here's how to donate

The city of Wheaton has introduced its new Blue Envelope Program to help make interactions with law enforcement calmer, clearer and more supportive for individuals on the autism spectrum or with special needs.

The GPS Parent Series will present “Teen Relationship Skills in the Social Media Era” with journalist and author Lisa A. Phillips at noon and 7 p.m. April 28 via Zoom

The Lombard Historical Society invites the community to explore local history through a variety of upcoming programs and events.

Third Eye Blind will perform Aug. 23, while Six One Five Collective takes the stage July 25.

United Way of Lee County invites community members, partners, and supporters to attend its upcoming Campaign Celebration Luncheon taking place at noon Tuesday, May 12, at the Post House Ballroom in Dixon.

The 100+ Women Who Care of Ogle County met at the Lincoln Arts Center in Rochelle on April 16 and voted to donate $11,700 to the Polo Area Community Theater.

Lemont dominates Bremen in baseball and more in the Herald-News Monday Roundup

The Grand Detour Arts Festival committee is accepting applications from artists to exhibit work at the 77th Grand Detour Arts Festival. The show will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, at the John Deere Historic Site in Grand Detour.