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OREGON, Ill. (WTVO) — An unlicensed driver in an uninsured car, Timothy Valdivia, Jr., 32, of Oregon, was arrested after a police pursuit on Sunday, and then released from custody ahead of his ...
The land Oregon, Illinois was founded on was previously held by the Potawatomi and Winnebago Indian tribes. In fact, later, settlers discovered that the area contained a large number of Indian mounds, most 10–12 feet (3.0–3.7 m) in diameter.
Stronghold Castle or Stronghold Center is located near Oregon, Illinois, atop the limestone bluffs along the Rock River. Designed by Maurice Webster, it was built between 1928 and 1930 by Walter A. Strong, then owner and publisher of the Chicago Daily News. [1] In 1962, the castle and surrounding area were purchased by Presbyterian Church.
The Illinois Valley News was founded June 11, 1937 [3] by the two brothers, L. E. and M. C. Athey. [4] The brothers' first issue referred to the area as the Valley of Riches due to the abundant natural beauty and resources. [5] In 1949 M. C. and Anna Athey sold the paper to Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Abernathy. [3]
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The alleged suspects, identified as a 31-year-old man and a 44-year-old woman, wore turnout gear and had helmets and radios, officials said.
Schiller purchased Chute & Butler piano co. and moved production to Oregon starting September 1, 1920. Located immediately to the north of the piano company was a large, gable-roof grain elevator owned by the Neola Elevator Corporation. North of Neola was another elevator, owned by Oregon Cereal Company.
The Oregon Commercial Historic District is a historic district in Oregon, Illinois, that has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 2006. The district is roughly bordered by Jefferson, Franklin, 5th and 3rd Streets in Oregon.