SYCAMORE – Sycamore resident Chris Koley grew up watching and admiring some of the biggest names in professional wrestling, like Hulk Hogan, Randy "Macho Man" Savage, and "Sto ... Read More »

DeKALB – The DeKalb library began its Year of Cultural Awareness by celebrating the Chinese New Year Feb. 1. “I wanted to bring in different music, demonstrations, traditions ... Read More »

125 YEARS AGO February 12, 1887 The heavy rains which began last Saturday night and continued until Tuesday afternoon made the largest flow of water that has been seen for ma ... Read More »

GENOA – Ready to ditch the New Year’s resolutions? Downtown Genoa will host its annual Chocolate Walk Saturday, Feb. 11. Businesses will offer visitors free chocolate treats d ... Read More »

DeKALB – “Blacksmiths Wanted: No Experience Necessary” is not a common ad seen today, but that is what Glidden Homestead & Historical Center in DeKalb seeks. A blacksmith clu ... Read More »

GENOA – After Genoa Springboard’s successful first run, volunteers are preparing a new building to house entrepreneurs interested in locating in downtown Genoa. Genoa Main St ... Read More »

The Northern Illinois University softball team opened its 2012 campaing on a winning note winning its first two games of the 2012 Lion Softball Classic hosted by Southeastern Louisiana Friday. ... Read More »

Relevant observations, pertinent notes, questions, minutiae and Huskie Trivial Pursuit from your local, retired sports information director: ... Read More »

On Saturday, shop the quaint Genoa downtown area and enjoy the Chocolate Walk. Stop by the Found It! Gallery & Design center for homemade fudge and chocolate covered strawberries. You can find more information at genoamainstreet.com. ... Read More »

If you’re renting an apartment and you wonder why the landlord charges a high security deposit, it could be because they’ve been burned by inconsiderate tenants who trashed rental units, moved out in the middle of the night or perhaps left an awful mess in what is considered an important investment by the owner. ... Read More »

If you’re planning on building a custom home in a new development or remodeling a home in an older neighborhood, you’ll likely find your plans subject to design review. ... Read More »