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Monthly News & Updates

March 2026

As we welcome the arrival of warmer weather, it’s exciting to see our community coming back to life with more events, activities, and opportunities to gather. On behalf of the board, I’m happy to share that We Are Oglesby, NFP has finalized our 2026 fundraising schedule, and we’re looking forward to another great year of supporting our community initiatives.

Last month, we also attended the Parks & Recreation Board meeting where we had a productive conversation about working together more closely to utilize and beautify our city parks. Additionally, we are preparing to launch the third year of the We Are Oglesby, NFP Grant Program, and this year we are excited to introduce an expansion that will open the program up to new businesses as well.

As we plan ahead, we want to hear from you. Help us shape our 2026 impact! We Are Oglesby,NFP is currently seeking suggestions for community improvement projects, updates, or initiatives that our 2026 fundraisers could support. If you have an idea that could make Oglesby even better, we would love to hear from you.

There is a lot happening right here in our small town, and we invite you to stay connected and see everything coming up by visiting our events page.

Angela Partridge

WAO President

What's Happening In March

Subscribe to the event calendar by going to WAO events page

and click on "Subscribe" at the bottom of the calendar.

Oglesby Library Calendar of Events

Attention Members: You can now submit your own events to our live calendar!

Go to WAO Events Page and click on "submit event" at the bottom of the calendar.

If you have a flyer you would like featured here, please submit to president@weareoglesby.net.

New Member Spotlight

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2026 Members

Behind every event, project, and initiative we take on is the support of the incredible members that make up our We Are Oglesby membership. Below, you will find a list of our members along with the year they joined our organization. Many of these members have supported our mission since the very beginning, and their continued commitment helps us invest back into our community year after year. We are truly grateful for each member who chooses to stand with us. When you are out and about, we encourage you to support the members that support Oglesby, Their dedication is what helps keep our community thriving!

All In Finish & Paint - 2023

American Legion - 2023

Archway Tap - 2024

Bon Voyage Storage - 2023

Bulldogs Bar - 2023

Cortileno's Pub - 2024

Daley's Super Service - 2025

Deer Park Golf Club -2025

Derek Kensinger - State Farm Insurance - 2025

Dickinson Foundation - 2025

Edward Jones-Daryk Brayton - 2023

Edward Jones - Kelly Campbell - 2026

Eureka Savings Bank - 2024

Garzanelli's Supper Club - 2024

H&S Contracting Inc. - 2023

Heartland Bank - 2023

Hi-Tech Electronics - 2026

Illini State Bank - 2024

Illinois Valley Community College - 2025

John's Sales & Service - 2025

Knights of Columbus - 2025

Knobelsdorff -2025

Knoblauch Advertising - 2024

Lincoln Bridge Financial Planning - 2025

MP Automotive & Repair - 2024

Oglesby Elks Lodge - 2023

Oglesby Public Library - 2023

Perona, Peterlin, Andreoni, & Brolley - 2023

Portraits-N-More - 2025

Prey-Mueller Funeral Home - 2024

Shell - Oglesby Mini Mart - 2026

Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center- 2025

SunWerx Autobody - 2024

The Rootbeer Stand - 2025

Zamin Insurance - 2024

FEBRUARY

FIRST RESPONDER

We are proud to recognize Randy Oscepinski as the First Responder of February!

Our first responders show up for Oglesby every single day.

Now it’s our turn to show up for them. For $25, ANY ONE can Sponsor a First Responder and help provide them with a small gift to use at businesses located right here in Oglesby, IL.

A small gesture

A big thank you

Sponsor one. Sponsor many. Every dollar stays local.

Fill out the Google form below to participate.

Sponsor Form

Congratulations Deer Park Golf Club

For the second year in a row, Deer Park Golf Club has been named in the “Best 25 Public Golf Courses in Illinois” based on the golfer’s choice & Golf Pass reviews.

Click here to read the article

WAO Bucks

WAO Bucks are a simple way to support Oglesby-based businesses while giving a gift that truly gives back. Accepted at participating local merchants, WAO Bucks keep dollars circulating right here in our community and help strengthen our local economy. They make great gifts for birthdays, holidays, employee appreciation, thank-yous, or just because.

Easy to purchase online and always appreciated.

To become a participating location for WAO Bucks, contact Nick, treasurer@weareoglesby.net.

Purchase WAO Bucks

Member Events & Updates

This section features updates, specials, and news shared by our WAO members.

Join We Are Oglesby

Becoming a member of We Are Oglesby, NFP means investing in the future of our community. Membership is open to individuals, non-profits, and businesses who want to support local growth, community pride, and meaningful initiatives that make Oglesby thrive. Joining is easy! Simply fill out our membership form and be part of the collaboration shaping what’s next for Oglesby.

2025 members: please check your email, as our new invoicing system has sent out 2026 renewal notices.

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to our community.

2026 Membership Form

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