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July 03, 2025
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3 Rock Falls men charged with firing guns at party, ‘endangering numerous lives’: Whiteside County sheriff

3 Rock Falls men charged with firing guns at party, ‘endangering numerous lives’: Whiteside County sheriff

Three Rock Falls men were in police custody Wednesday, July 2, accused of entering a garage in rural Rock Falls during a party over the weekend, assaulting a man, firing multiple gunshots at the residence and fleeing.

By Charlene Bielema●
July 02, 2025 at 9:05 pm CDT

Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Duane Long on local parks and splash pads

Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Duane Long on local parks and splash pads

The TALK-LINE interview for July 1 featured Dixon Park District Executive Director Duane Long.

By John Sahly●
July 02, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Schneiderbauer named Sauk Valley Bank’s Sterling market president

Schneiderbauer named Sauk Valley Bank’s Sterling market president

Bailey Schneiderbauer will oversee market operations, community partnerships and customer service initiatives for the Sterling area, according to a news release.

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 02, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Andy McFarlane and Deb Trancoso

Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Andy McFarlane and Deb Trancoso

The TALK-LINE interview for July 2 featured Dixon Family YMCA Chief Executive Officer Andy McFarlane and Dixon Petunia Festival Reagan Run board member Deb Trancoso previewing the 25th annual Ronald Reagan 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 5.

By John Sahly●
July 02, 2025 at 5:00 pm CDT

Rock Falls woman pleads guilty to mob action, battery in Sterling home invasion case

Rock Falls woman pleads guilty to mob action, battery in Sterling home invasion case

Jaysiah A. Segobiano, 24, pleaded guilty June 26 to one count each of mob action and battery in connection with the events that unfolded Dec. 8 in the 1000 block of Avenue K in Sterling. She is the second person to plead guilty in the case.

By Charlene Bielema●
July 02, 2025 at 5:00 pm CDT

Encore! Mt. Morris offers ‘Village Garden Tour’ on July 12

Encore! Mt. Morris offers ‘Village Garden Tour’ on July 12

A variety of featured gardens in Mt. Morris and the surrounding countryside will be part of the tour

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 02, 2025 at 4:18 pm CDT

Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco: Charlene Bielema and Brandon Clark on Petunia Festival

Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco: Charlene Bielema and Brandon Clark on Petunia Festival

The TALK-LINE interview for July 2 featured Shaw Local News representatives Charlene Bielema and Brandon Clark with an update of news coverage across the area including extensive Dixon Petunia Festival reports.

By John Sahly●
July 02, 2025 at 2:00 pm CDT

OSF HealthCare St. Katharine welcomes new women’s health provider

OSF HealthCare St. Katharine welcomes new women’s health provider

Michelle Harris is the newest member of OSF Saint Katharine's women’s health team and sees patients at Commerce Towers, 101 W. Second St., Dixon.

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 02, 2025 at 2:00 pm CDT

$240 million in Illinois school funding withheld by Trump administration

$240 million in Illinois school funding withheld by Trump administration

The freeze applies to funding already approved by Congress, and state education leaders say the delay is putting school districts in a difficult position with the 2025-26 school year looming

By John Sahly●
July 02, 2025 at 1:24 pm CDT

Keep pets calm and safe during Fourth of July celebrations

Keep pets calm and safe during Fourth of July celebrations

Fourth of July festivities can be frightening and even dangerous for animals with noisy fireworks and other celebrations. The American Veterinary Medical Association offers these guidelines for keeping pets safe.

By Judy Harvey●
July 02, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT
5 Things to Do: Fireworks, patriotic festivals in the Sauk Valley this weekend

5 Things to Do: Fireworks, patriotic festivals in the Sauk Valley this weekend

The Sterling/Rock Falls Jaycee’s fireworks display ignites at dusk (about 9:30 p.m.) Thursday, July 3, and OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center will sponsor Dixon's Petunia Festival Family Fun Night from 5-7 p.m. Friday, July 4.

By 5 Things to Do in Sauk Valley●
July 02, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT
Illinois adds more ZIP codes for required lead testing

Illinois adds more ZIP codes for required lead testing

There are now 1,350 high-risk ZIP codes in Illinois for lead exposure, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.

By Michael Urbanec●
July 02, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT

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