The missing middle: Local developers moving forward with project to bridge Sterling’s housing gap
Tyler Tarlton, Lou Pignatelli Sr., and Lou Pignatelli Jr. of Tarlton & Pignatelli LLC plan to construct multiple duplex-style townhomes, with one cluster planned for the 200 block of West Seventh Street and Avenue B, and another
Hennepin Canal monthly hike set for Aug. 17
The Friends of the Hennepin Canal will hold its next “Hike the Hennepin” event at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 17, at Bridge 50, 25060 Illinois Route 172, Rock Falls.
Appellate court: Sterling man serving 8 years for 2017 drunken driving death can again try to withdraw plea
The state’s appellate court has vacated a Whiteside County judge’s 2024 ruling denying a Sterling man’s motion to withdraw the guilty plea he made three years ago in the 2017 drunken driving death of a Sterling woman.
Photos: Oregon, Forreston, Polo football practices
Forreston opens the 2025 football season Friday, Aug. 29, with a home game against NUIC rival Lena-Winslow. It is also Senior Night for the Cardinals. Oregon will officially open the season at Genoa-Kingston on Aug. 29. In
Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society to focus on cemeteries, their stories Aug. 25
Bring your questions and family stories about Lee County cemeteries to share with others.
It Has Been a Good Run for Retiring SVCC President
All good things must come to an end and for Sauk Valley Community College President Dr. David Hellmich, it has been a good 11-years. Recently, it was announced Dr. Hellmich is retiring. Dr. Hellmich said it is
Driver Arrested And Facing Numerous Charges After Attempting to Flee From a Traffic Stop
On Monday night, August 11, Ogle County Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the 6000 block of North Illinois Route 251. During the stop, the driver, 27-year-old Keyosha T Johnson of Davis Junction fled from Deputies northbound
YAF Hosting a Family Block Party at the Reagan Boyhood Home Saturday
The Young American Foundation says bring the whole family for a day packed with exciting activities at the Reagan Boyhood Home. It is the YAF Great American Block Party. Guests can enjoy guided tours of President Reagan’s
Dixon looking to reload after stellar season
After tying the school record with a 10-2 season and third-ever trip to the state quarterfinals, the Dixon Dukes will lean on their experience in the trenches to build on that this fall.
Dixon looking to reload after stellar season
After tying the school record with a 10-2 season and third-ever trip to the state quarterfinals, the Dixon Dukes will lean on their experience in the trenches to build on that this fall.