Photos: Three-alarm fire destroys former tavern in Peru
Bob Chamberlin celebrates 101st birthday in Dixon
Surrounded by family and residents of Liberty Court in Dixon, Chamberlin celebrated his 101st birthday Friday, March 21, 2025, with cupcakes, snacks and drink options.
Prescription drug drop-off drive is April 12 in Sterling
State Rep. Bradley Fritts, R-Dixon, will host a prescription drug drop-off event from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, April 12, in the parking lot of the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce, 211 Locust St., Sterling.
Transcript: Chris Bishop on his vision for Dixon’s future
Read the transcript from our podcast with Dixon City Council member Chris Bishop on what he sees as the future for Dixon.
Newman still looking for more after back-to-back state runs
Even after back-to-back trips to the state finals – and eight key players returning from last year’s fourth-place team in Class 2A – it still feels like the Newman Comets are trying to prove themselves this spring.
No one injured in Grand Detour house fire
Dixon Rural and Dixon City firefighters, along with Advance EMS, were dispatched to a residential structure fire at 4:41 p.m. Saturday, March 22, at 8259 S. Main St. in Grand Detour.
United Way of Whiteside County launches pasta collection drive to feed children
Beginning May 12, donated pasta items can be delivered to New Life Church at 702 W. Lynn Blvd., Sterling, during office hours from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Dixon school board OKs new hires, resignations at March meeting
The Dixon School Board accepted a slate of personnel items Wednesday, March 19.
Stage 212 in La Salle anticipates ‘The Miracle Worker’ to appeal to large audience
Stage 212 in La Salle anticipates ‘The Miracle Worker’ to appeal to large audience