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MARENGO, ILLINOIS
Everything happening in Marengo, delivered every week.
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| SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2026 |
ISSUE NO. 13 |
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THIS WEEK'S ISSUE IS SUPPORTED BY
Sunstone Glow and Wellness
Tanning, red light therapy and recovery, now open on Grant Highway
Paid placement. Sponsors have no say in what we cover.
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A quieter week on the calendar, a busier one in the record. This issue has the full history of Marengo’s backyard chicken question, a Park District board meeting with a few things worth knowing, and an open invitation from Beautify Marengo to help shape its second year. Events are below as always.
THIS WEEK'S STORIES
TOP STORY
GOVERNMENT · SEPTEMBER 3
Chickens are not allowed in Marengo. In 2023 city staff researched what neighboring towns do, wrote an ordinance with a license, a four-bird limit and coop setbacks, and recommended the council approve it. The council voted it down. The question has come back twice since, and the reason members gave the last time was not about chickens. It was about whether the city had anyone to enforce the rules.
MEETING RECAPS
MEETING RECAPS · SEPTEMBER 1
The park district's interim director has handed the buildings and grounds supervisor full authority over his own department, a change from an arrangement in which the executive director set the grounds crew's daily priorities. The board also learned the printed fall program mailer has been cancelled, that the basement is still flooding after heavy rain, and that the new walking path needs drainage work before winter.
COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY · AUGUST 31
Beautify Marengo meets Wednesday, September 9, at 6 p.m. at the Marengo-Union Library District, and the group is asking residents to fill out a survey at beautifymarengo.com/survey first. What comes back becomes the meeting agenda. Open to anyone, whether or not you have volunteered before.
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Events This Week
What's happening around Marengo
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Adult Craft
This week: pressed botanical lanterns. Free; registration required at muld.org.
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CLOSED for Labor Day
The Marengo-Union Library District is closed.
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KRC Cross-Country Preview Meet
Marengo hosts the Kishwaukee River Conference preview meet, 4:30 pm at Indian Oaks Park, 825 Indian Oaks Trail.
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Marengo Girls Volleyball vs. North Boone
Marengo hosts North Boone in varsity girls volleyball, 6:00 pm at the high school main gym, 110 Franks Rd.
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime is the perfect place for little learners to enjoy stories, songs, and activities that build early literacy skills while having fun with friends. Caregivers are encouraged to join in on the fun! Free; registration required at muld.org.
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Chair Yoga
Join us for a relaxing session of Chair Yoga, a gentle form of yoga done while seated or using a chair for support. Perfect for all fitness levels, this class focuses on stretching, breathing, and improving flexibility, no floor work required! Free; registration required at muld.org.
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Cards and Tiles
Join us for Mahjong and maybe even a game of Pinochle! Beginners are always welcome. Free; registration required at muld.org.
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Prepare with Pedro
The Prepare with Pedro program focuses on emergency preparedness and education for children ranging from Pre-K through 2nd grade. Free; registration required at muld.org.
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Beautify Marengo September Meeting
Beautify Marengo sets its agenda for the coming year, 6:00 pm at the library. Open to anyone, no signup needed and no need to have volunteered before. The group asks that you fill out its survey at beautifymarengo.com/survey first, since the answers become the agenda.
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Marengo Boys Soccer vs. Woodstock
Marengo hosts Woodstock in varsity boys soccer, 4:30 pm at the high school soccer field, 110 Franks Rd.
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Marengo Girls Volleyball vs. Woodstock
Marengo hosts Woodstock in varsity girls volleyball, 6:00 pm at the high school main gym, 110 Franks Rd.
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Coding Club
Using Fiero Code, young coders will learn the basics of coding through self-paced instruction and activities. This beginner-friendly program encourages problem-solving and creativity. Free; registration required at muld.org.
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Pages & Projects
Join us for a joyful journey where stories spark imagination and hands-on fun brings the pages to life! Each session, we will read a book together, then dive into one or two engaging projects inspired by the story. Free; registration required at muld.org.
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Toddler Storytime
Toddler Storytime encourages a love of reading through age-appropriate stories, music, and movement. Perfect for toddlers and their caregivers to enjoy together. Free; registration required at muld.org.
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