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  • Filmmakers descended on Jay's Drive-In in Oregon

    A small group of dedicated filmmakers descended on Oregon Sunday morning to gather footage for a new short film.
    July 18, 2014 - 2:43 pm

  • Perfect weather for second Brown Bag Concert in Oregon

    Oregon High School's Jazz Band was the musical entertainment at the second Brown Bag Concert held on Friday, July 11 in downtown Oregon.
    July 16, 2014 - 3:40 pm

  • City, park district approve pact for police services

    Both the Oregon City Council and the Oregon Park District Board gave unanimous approval without discussion Tuesday to an agreement between the two for ...
    July 9, 2014 - 3:28 pm

  • Experts await approval of repair plan

    Fundraising continues while the team of experts ready to repair the well-known Black Hawk statue waits for the go-ahead from two state agencies.
    July 9, 2014 - 12:11 pm

  • Nine trees will be removed due to storm damage

    The Oregon Street Department has finished clearing storm damage from last week’s storm. The June 30 ...
    July 9, 2014 - 12:19 pm

  • Family donates land for new park near Oregon

    A winding path through the woods leads to a small clearing by the Rock River at the newest park in the Oregon area.
    July 9, 2014 - 11:54 am

  • Ambulances, building to go to fire district

    By Vinde WellsEditorAlthough it’s not official yet, plans are in the works to transfer the Oregon Am ...
    July 9, 2014 - 11:51 am

  • Jay's Drive-in selected for short film

    By Chris JohnsonReporterA well-known local business will be one location used for a new short film.M ...
    July 9, 2014 - 11:50 am

  • Music and kids events featured at LFR festival

    Lots of music and more activities for kids will add to the family fun as Mt. Morris rolls out the red carpet for this year's Let Freedom Ring festival ...
    July 3, 2014 - 5:56 pm

  • Hot weather fails to dampen the spirit of KB Tough Run

    Steamy weather failed to dampen the third annual KB Tough Run, held June 28 at White Pines Ranch.The ...
    July 3, 2014 - 4:15 pm

  • Increased traffic, construction lead to more accidents on I-39

    Take increased traffic, add construction zones with a dash of distracted drivers and you have a recipe for accidents.
    July 3, 2014 - 4:13 pm

  • Storm damages Oregon, knocks out power to most of town

    Brigette Peterson, Oregon, was chatting with her sister in the kitchen Monday night when part of an oak tree crashed through the ceiling.
    July 3, 2014 - 4:23 pm

  • Former minister enters guilty plea

    A former minister pleaded guilty June 30 to the aggravated battery of a child.Charles Babler, 65, Mt ...
    July 3, 2014 - 4:04 pm

  • Gas mask, rucksack all part of run

    While some KB Tough Run participants were gasping for air on the hot and humid afternoon, two local men donned gas masks and 35-pound rucksacks to sho ...
    July 3, 2014 - 4:24 pm

  • Woman injured in accident on Ridge Road

    Smith was issued a citation for improper lane usage.   ...
    July 3, 2014 - 4:02 pm

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