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MARENGO, ILLINOIS
Everything happening in Marengo, delivered every week.
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| SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2026 |
ISSUE NO. 7 |
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Quiet week at city hall, but not a quiet week for county news. The big one: the county board settled the home rule question, and it’ll be on your November ballot. Council meets Monday night, so this week should pick up. Here’s your Sunday rundown.
THIS WEEK'S STORIES
TOP STORY
GOVERNMENT · JULY 23
The county board declined to ask voters the binding home rule question and sent two advisory questions to the November 3 ballot instead. Here is what happened, and how every member voted.
GOVERNMENT
GOVERNMENT · JULY 22
We compared Marengo's 2025 water-quality report against ten neighboring towns, using the annual report card every Illinois municipal water system must publish. The complaints about taste and staining check out: Marengo had the group's only manganese violation, and by far its highest levels. Safety is a separate question, and the numbers answer it differently: Marengo's lead and radium results were the cleanest of the eleven towns, and its copper was among the lowest. Here is the full side-by-side.
FROM THE NEWSROOM
FROM THE NEWSROOM · JULY 20
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Events This Week
What's happening around Marengo
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City Council Meeting
Regular Marengo City Council meeting, 7:00 pm at City Hall, 132 E Prairie St. Open to the public.
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Read to a Dog
Kids practice reading aloud to a gentle comfort dog who loves to listen. Free; registration required at muld.org.
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The Teen Scene
Teen hangout with interactive activities and creative projects. This week: Mystery Night, Can You Crack the County Fair Case? Free; registration required at muld.org.
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Chair Yoga
A gentle seated yoga session focused on stretching, breathing, and mobility, open to all fitness levels. Free; registration required at muld.org.
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Library Board Meeting
Regular meeting of the Marengo-Union Library District Board of Trustees. Open to the public.
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Coding Club
Young coders learn the basics through self-paced Fiero Code activities. Beginner friendly. Free; registration required at muld.org.
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Roll for Adventure
An evening of dice, dragons, and daring quests: a Dungeons & Dragons program for ages 15 and up. Free; registration required at muld.org.
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Trivia Night
Trivia at the library. No registration needed, just bring your lucky charm.
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Marengo Makers Market
Monthly outdoor market with local crafters, farmers, and vendors, 5:00–8:00 pm at Calvin Spencer Park, 351 Hale St. Rain date Friday, August 7.
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Superhero Power-Up Night
A superhero themed dance night at Joy in Motion. Register through the studio at joy.dance.motion@gmail.com or (847) 800-7829.
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MCHS Cheer Youth Camp
A day of cheer and dance, stunts, tumbling, and jumps for kids from pre-K through 8th grade, hosted by MCHS cheer. $50 includes a t-shirt and bow; bring water, athletic shoes, and a lunch. Register by July 24 at schools.snap.app/marengo, or email Coach Megan at costam@mchs154.org with questions.
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Barnyard Book Bash Finale at Cody's Farm
End-of-summer celebration of the library's Barnyard Book Bash: farm animals, big tractors, and more at Cody's Farm & Orchard. Free and open to all ages.
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Aaron Hermann and the Blues Cruisers
Venue in the Park concert series, 8:00–10:00 pm at Indian Oaks Park, 825 Indian Oaks Trail. Gates open 30 minutes before.
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That’s the week. Council meets Monday night, so we’ll have a recap for you soon. Got a tip or a story idea? Hit contact and let us know. See you next Sunday.
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