Memorial Day parades, services and observances will be held throughout DuPage County to pay tribute to those U.S. military personnel who gave their lives in service of their country.

The Red, White, & Blue Ball on June 27 at Loveland Community House in Dixon will be an evening of patriotism, music, and community held in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and in support of the Wounded Warrior Project.

Rock Falls American Legion Post 902 is inviting the community to attend Memorial Day services Monday, May 25, to honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives while serving the nation.

Illinois Rolling Thunder chapters will host a candlelight vigil at Fort Sheridan as well as the Rolling Thunder XXXVIII Demonstration Parade for POW/MIA accountability on Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, respectively.

Midwest Veterans Closet will host a Memorial Day Grocery Giveaway for veterans on May 22.

he Dixon American Legion will have an open house from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 25. A free meal will be served at noon.

For visitors to Chaplin Creek Historic Settlement in rural Franklin Grove on Saturday and Sunday, World War II history came to life with a two-day reenactment of the Battle of Rome and the breakout from Anzio, two key battles that helped liberate Italy.

A total of 1,076 American flags were placed Saturday at veterans’ gravesites in Morrison’s Grove Hill Cemetery.

Normally, the small cottages, cabins, and barns of Chaplin Creek Historic Village in Franklin Grove represent the way of life as it was in northern Illinois in the early to mid-1800s.

The Post will have an open house from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 25. A free meal will be served at noon. Donations are appreciated.

A group of Kankakee County military veterans, mainly Marines, continue their call for service well into retirement years.

Tina Vasquez, a paraprofessional at Bonnie McBeth Learning Center in District 202 in Plainfield, has organized district-wide collection drives of candy, cookies and toiletries to support military members stationed overseas

The staff at the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery announced those laid to rest in April at the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery.

The Northwest Illinois F-4 Jet Memorial Committee will hold a dedication ceremony for the Northwest Illinois Aerial Combat Memorial on May 23 in Lena.

The meal will be served from 5 to 7 p.m.

The late Harold Beck of Rochelle served as a combat medic in the United States Army during World War II. He earned the Bronze Star Medal for his actions at the Bridge at Remagen in 1945. 

The Legion will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with tacos and chicken enchilada meals available from 5-7 p.m. May 5.

A1C Robert M. “Max” Kruse of Byron graduated from U.S. Air Force basic military training April 9 at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.

An overwhelming majority of America’s farmers who responded to a nationwide survey say they cannot afford to purchase enough fertilizer to get them through the year.

Meals will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. May 1.

Farmland prices are expected to decrease from 1% to 5% this year, according to Illinois professional farm managers.

The project is a cooperative effort by the city of Oregon and Oregon VFW to recognize military heroes with 20 banners currently planned for installation.

The first Hometown Hero banner to honor local veterans was installed on Thursday, April 23, 2026, in downtown Oregon. Twenty banners featuring photos of veterans are scheduled to be installed around the Ogle County Courthouse Square along state highways 64 and 2.

U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Naperville, is sponsoring legislation to rename the post office at 14855 South Van Dyke Road in Plainfield in honor of Staff Sgt. Jose Duenez Jr.

The staff at the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery announced those laid to rest at the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery.

Midwest Veterans Closet will host a Arbor Day Grocery Giveaway for veterans on April 17.

Meals will be served from 5 to 7 p.m.

A ceremony was held March 29 at the Ogle County veterans memorial to honor all veterans in all branches who served from 1955 to 1975 during the Vietnam War.

American Legion Post 403 held its April 8 meeting at the Iron Skillet Restaurant at the Petro Truck Stop.

Meals will be served from 5 to 7 p.m.

Tony Wyatt of Rochelle served 10 years in the United States National Guard, including a deployment to Kuwait.

A light breakfast will celebrate military women, first responders and the individuals who have supported loved ones in the military.

Military action in the Middle East has disrupted critical shipments of fertilizer and oil as farmers head toward planting.

Midwest Veterans Closet will host a Military Families Eggstravaganza! on March 21.

The U.S. war in the Middle East "will affect oil prices significantly because of the uncertainty,” said Oguzhan Batmaz, assistant professor of economics at Lewis University in Romeoville

The late Kenneth Roeglin of Rochelle served in the United States Navy in World War II as a ship’s cook third class aboard the USS Zaurak. 

Democratic representatives across northern Illinois say President Donald Trump violated the Constitution by launching a military strike against Iran Saturday morning

A pancake breakfast to raise funds for the Honor Flight will be from 7:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, March 1, at the Dixon VFW.

This special program recognizes current and former Rock Falls residents who have served – or are currently serving - our country in any branch of the United States military.

U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Naperville, is sponsoring legislation to rename the post office at 14855 South Van Dyke Road in Plainfield in honor of Staff Sergeant Jose Duenez Jr.

The staff at the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery announced those laid to rest at the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery.

Long a staple of the community and a familiar gathering place, the Yorkville American Legion is undergoing some changes. According to a statement, the American Legion is looking to “develop a new or improved space."

The St. Charles Fire Department recently was awarded for its efforts to support U.S. military members.

Petty Officer 2nd Class Michelle Menconi, a native of Lake Villa, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Afloat Training Group (ATG) San Diego, California.

The announcement comes just days after Grok — which is embedded into X, the social media network owned by Musk — drew global outcry and scrutiny for generating highly sexualized deepfake images of people without their consent

The staff at the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery announced those laid to rest at the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery in December 2025.

Stan Eden of rural Oregon served in the United States Army from 1953-1955. His service included helping with rebuilding efforts after the Korean War.

On Nov. 2, 2025, family, friends, fellow scouts and honored guests gathered at Helicopter Beach in Island Lake to celebrate the remarkable achievements of Ayden Marsek at his Eagle Scout Court of Honor.

The Illinois National Guard announced Monday that Gov. JB Pritzker has chosen Col. Steven B. Rice to be Assistant Adjutant General - Air of the Illinois National Guard. Rice will replace Maj. Gen. Dan McDonough, who will retire after nearly 38 years of military service

The law applies to both part- and full-time workers. It covers a broader swath of workers than the federal Family and Medical Leave Act.