Photos: Seven teams compete in Straw Bale Race in Mt. Morris
Seven teams composed of two people took part in the Straw Bale Race held at StrawFest in Mt. Morris on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025. StrawFest was a day-long event, ending the 10th annual Straw Sculpting Competition.
Oregon City Manager Feels They Have Hired the Right Person
Oregon City Manager Darin DeHaan told the Oregon City Council recently, he feels like they have hired the right person. Whom he is referring to is Liz Hiemstra who was recently hired as the Director of the
Do You Need a Dress for Homecoming? Dixon School District has Second Chance Closet
Homecoming is fast approaching! The Dixon School District are currently accepting donations to their second Chance Closet. If you would like to make a dress donation, the office hours are 7a-3pm at the DHS main office. If
2025 IHSA football preview: Bureau Valley aims to get back to playoffs with new coach
There’s going to be a lot of new looks in the Bureau Valley Storm huddle this season and on the sidelines. Pat Elder, who has coached teams to 18 playoff appearances in 23 seasons as a head
Sterling’s Woodlawn Dance Academy shines at national competition in Missouri
Woodlawn Dance Academy’s 2024-25 Competition Team wrapped up a standout season with a strong showing at the Talent On Parade Dance Nationals in Branson, Missouri.
OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine offers breastfeeding support for new mothers
In recognition of National Breastfeeding Month, OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center is spotlighting its comprehensive lactation services, which support mothers both before and after childbirth.
Rochelle Boys Golf Wins Rocket Invite, Dixon Takes 2nd, Dixon Girls Golf 2nd at Winnebago (Local Scores)
Local Sports Scoreboard 8/22/2025 and 8/23/2025 Boys Golf Rock Falls Rocket Invite (Deer Valley Golf Course) Large School Division: 1. Rochelle 321 2. Dixon 328 3. Woodstock North 357 4. Woodstock 378 5. Rock Falls 379 6.
Rep. Fritts to host free job fair Sept. 18
The event will be at Dillon Mall at Sauk Valley Community College, 173 Illinois 2 in Dixon.
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Andy Jackson on Sinnissippi Golf Open
The TALK-LINE interview for Aug. 21 featured the Marketing Director of Sinnissippi Centers of Dixon, Andy Jackson, reviewing the recently held Sinnissippi Golf Open fundraiser.
YWCA Clinton to host Street Fest on Sept. 6 in downtown Clinton, Iowa
This event is presented by YWCA Clinton in recognition of its 110 years of service.