DeKalb County Government, Illinois

10/27/2026

🏡 Behind the Bill: Property Taxes Explained

Ever look at your property tax bill and wonder where your money goes? You're not alone!

Our Treasurer, Becky Springer, is helping us take a closer look at property taxes and what's behind the bill. Understanding how property taxes work and where those dollars go is an important part of understanding local government.

Take a look and learn a little more about how it all works!

10/26/2026

🗳️ Curious About How Election Equipment Is Tested?

Transparency is an important part of the election process, and the public is invited to see it firsthand!

DeKalb County will hold a Public Test of Election Equipment to test the automatic tabulating equipment that will be used for the November 3, 2026, General Election.

📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026
🕙 10:00 a.m.
📍 County Administration Building, Conference Room East
110 E. Sycamore Street, Sycamore, IL

🇺🇸 Everyone is welcome to attend! Want to learn more about what happens during this process? Watch the video below as our Clerk and Recorder, Tasha Sims, explains what the public test involves and why it matters.

We believe an informed community is a stronger community!

Today, DeKalb County Clerk & Recorder Tasha Sims held a public test...

10/24/2026

🎃🐿️ OUR TINIEST PUMPKIN FEST VOLUNTEER! 🇺🇸

Looks like a little critter was getting a head start on Pumpkin Fest prep at the DeKalb County Courthouse! 🌱 This little helper was busy planting pumpkins, and WOW, did they deliver a crop! 😂🎃

Thanks to our furry friend, we’ve got a little extra fall spirit growing right here at the Courthouse for our staff and visitors to enjoy!

We think this little critter deserves an honorary spot on the Pumpkin Fest planning committee! 🐿️👏

Have a safe, fun and PATRIOTIC Sycamore Pumpkin Festival! 🇺🇸🎃🧡

10/24/2026

Early voting OPEN this weekend!

🎃 Pumpkins, Parades…and a little time to VOTE!

Downtown Sycamore will be full of families, friends, and hometown reunions for the 65th Annual Sycamore Pumpkin Festival, and we’re OPEN for Early Voting ALL WEEKEND! 🗳️

While you’re downtown admiring the pumpkins or getting ready for Sunday’s parade, stop in and cast your ballot!

🎓 Have a college student home for the weekend? If they’re voting here in DeKalb County, this is a great opportunity to get it done before heading back to campus!

📅 Saturday, October 24 & Sunday, October 25
⏰ 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. BOTH DAYS
📍 ALL Early Voting locations - including our Satellite Sites!

Enjoy one of our community’s favorite traditions and check voting off your list. Happy Pumpkin Fest! 🖤🎃🧡

10/22/2026

🍀 Celebrating our young people and our agricultural roots

At its October 21 meeting, the DeKalb County Board recognized National 4-H Week and National Farm to School Month.

Here in DeKalb County, agriculture is part of our everyday lives. It is in the fields we pass, the families we know, and the young people learning to care for animals, grow food, and take on new responsibilities.

These experiences teach patience, hard work, and confidence. They also help young people understand where their food comes from and how much our farmers do for our community.

To our local youth, we are proud of the work you put in and the ways you give back. Thank you to the families, volunteers, educators, University of Illinois Extension, DeKalb County 4-H and agricultural partners who show up to support you!

You are helping carry DeKalb County’s agricultural traditions into the next generation. 🌱

10/22/2026

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

At its October 21 meeting, the DeKalb County Board recognized Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the people who help residents find safety and support.

Here in DeKalb County, Orders of Protection cases filed have risen from 215 in 2015 to 408 in 2020 and 735 in 2025. That is more than three times as many filings in ten years.

Behind every filing is someone asking for help.

Our Circuit Clerk’s Office plays an important role in helping residents through that process. Staff assist with the necessary forms and help people understand the court process during what may be one of the most difficult times in their lives.

We appreciate the care and dedication of our Circuit Clerk’s staff and the advocates, law enforcement officers, and community partners who support those experiencing domestic violence.

Everyone deserves safety, dignity, and someone to turn to. 💜

10/22/2026

🎉 Join us in congratulating our October Employee Service Award recipients!

Today, we celebrate the dedication, hard work, and years of service our employees have given to DeKalb County, along with those beginning a new chapter in retirement.

💙 Thank you for all you do for our county, our team, and our community. We’re proud to celebrate you!

One County. One Team. Proud to serve together.

10/20/2026

🚧 Peace Road is OPEN! 🚗

Good news for drivers! Peace Road between IL Route 64 and Freed Road is now open to traffic just in time for the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival! 🎃

Crews have completed major work during the closure, including new pavement on all lanes and shoulders, pavement striping, bridge deck sealing, and additional improvements around the bridge.

While the road is open, a few minor items remain before the project is fully complete. Please stay alert and watch for crews working in the area.

Thank you for your patience and understanding throughout this project, especially during the road closure. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation as these improvements are completed!

10/18/2026

🚔🧟‍♂️ Someone’s Going Downtown Tonight!

Deputy Rivers was on special assignment at Jonamac Orchard’s Haunted Corn Maze, and it looks like he had a suspect on his hands! 🌽👻

We’re not sure this zombie was ready for booking, but Deputy Rivers sure looked ready to take him downtown! 😂🚔

All jokes aside, we LOVE our special assignments! Whether it’s a local event, a community celebration, or a haunted corn maze, our favorite part is getting out there, meeting people, and building connections and relationships with the people who make DeKalb County such a great place to call home.

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