Sphere over Oregon, IL
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My girlfriend and I were star watching last night around 11pm. Out of no where these orbs would appear orange then brighten and dim and zig zag around. Some would stay stationary like blending with the stars and then it would slowly move and then they seemed like they knew we were watching them so more would appear and we were so amazed and shocked we didn't film or take pictures we are believers so we just took it all in and enjoyed the experience but now I'm a little concerned. Then these like triangle drones would appear with a green and white/red light they were silent too. They would hover and blink bright sort of replicating an airplane. But I've seen planes my whole life living in this rural area. These were not planes. I didn't even want to report this but I'm actually a little concerned. These things knew we were watching them it was creepy. They mimic stars but then dart around. And the triangle craft drone things were silent not like a plane. I hope this helps the data out there somehow. I've seen this a few times now this summer but it's getting to be every night. I don't want to cause a stir in my town but it's concerning but fascinating. Please give me an answer.
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