An organization begun as a fraternity has grown into a nationwide fraternal institute. Though you may have never heard of it, the DeKalb Elks Lodge, 209 S. Annie Glidden Road, is a part of the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks, a nationwide...
In the fall of 2009, Sycamore resident Ian Steczo's best friend lost his life to colon cancer. One week before that, his father was diagnosed with lung cancer and given six months to live. "It's just like an impending doom when they give you a time limit,"...
Those looking for a fun way to get in shape without the usual routine of normal exercise need to look no further than Jazzercise Sycamore Fitness Center, 1210 E. State St.. The fitness center will host two events this month, the first of which is a twelve-week...
Sycamore | According to a press release, Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a residential burglary. The burglary, which was reported Feb. 27, occurred in the 1500 block of South Sunflower Drive in Sycamore. Two purses and coats were taken from the...
DeKALB | An argument between two roommates ended in a physical confrontation leaving one injured from knife wounds Sunday, around 10:39 p.m. Feb. 27. Jasmine A. Evans, 21, of the 1000 block of Regent Drive, was charged with aggravated domestic battery,...
For a dog, being man's best friend is one thing, but to be certified for therapy is a whole different world. Former NIU office manager Sharon Pflaumer and her black miniature poodle, Jester, make their way around to local nursing homes, assisted living...
DeKALB | This week marks the state's Severe Weather Preparedness Week. It is crucial to the safety of a community that as many of its citizens as possible be ready and knowledgeable about the necessary procedures in an emergency weather situation. NIU...
Route 23 will be getting safety improvements this summer. The DeKalb City Council unanimously approved a mass road improvement project Monday night. The project will focus on the section of Route 23 (Fourth Street) from Sycamore Road to 500 feet south...
The following was taken directly from area police and fire department records, or from the DeKalb County court records. Anyone mentioned is presumed innocent until proved guilty in a court of law. At 8:37 p.m. Friday, DeKalb Police in the 1000 block...
DeKALB | The DeKalb Park District will host a six-hour wood carving class on March 12. Woodcarver George Tolliver will instruct the class. "I have been seriously carving wood since 2000, but have been doing it all my life," Tolliver said. "I carve at...
