Girls basketball numbers decline nationally, affecting some Bureau County area programs
According to the Sports Business Journal, numbers for girls basketball are down 19% since 2002, while track and field grew by 10%, volleyball by 15% and soccer by 27%. Despite the “Caitlin Clark Effect,” what was once
Reps. Fritts and Spain to host ‘Medicare 101’ seminar
State Reps. Brad Fritts, R-Dixon, and Ryan Spain, R-Peoria, will host a free Medicare 101 Seminar for local seniors on Tuesday, Feb. 3, in Rock Falls.
Lee County property transfers for Jan. 5-9, 2026
Here’s a list of Lee County property transfers for Jan. 5-9, 2026.
Dixon: Single-family home goes for $226,000
A single-family residence located at 1218 Goral Court in Dixon has a new owner since Dec. 18, 2025.
Dixon: Single-family home built in 1940 goes for $259,500
Real estate news: A 2,352-square-foot single-family residence, built in 1940, has changed hands.
Photos: Dixon girls defeat Oregon
Dixon beat BNC conference rival Oregon 64-19 in basketball Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026.
Photos: Newman girls take win over Princeton
Newman’s girls basketball team took a 56-41 victory over Princeton Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026.
United Way of Lee County’s Pop Culture Trivia Night is Jan. 22
United Way of Lee County is inviting the community to its upcoming Pop Culture Trivia Night on Thursday, Jan. 22, at the Post House Ballroom in Dixon.
Garcia named December student of the month at Polo Community High School
Jada Garcia was recently named the December Student of the Month at Polo Community High School.
Jason Aldean previews upcoming ‘Songs About Us’ LP with three new tracks
Jason Aldean is previewing his new studio album, Songs About Us, with the release of three new tracks — “Her Favorite Color,” “Easier Gone,” & “What’s A Little Heartache”. ‘Easier Gone‘ is a duet with Jason’s wife