Culver’s of Rock Falls has been recognized by the Culver’s franchise for its dedication to hospitality and has earned the Ruth Hospitality Award for the fifth year in a row.

After a two-year hiatus, Michael and Cynthia Flynn have returned with the opening of their new restaurant, Flynnie’s Kitchen.

H&B House of Hair, a barbershop and beauty salon at 312 Light St. in Sterling, is owned by siblings Jose Hernandez and Doris Beranza.

Listen to TALK-LINE interview with the Executive Director of the Lee County Industrial Development Association, Tom Demmer

SHS’s Internship students work with local businesses and organizations, such as CGH Medical Center, the Sterling Police Department, Sauk Valley Bank, Sterling Steel and many others, to gain practical career insights and help them decide what they want to do after high school.

Following OSF HealthCare’s Jan. 1 takeover of KSB Hospital, now OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center, a longtime employee of Catholic care systems was selected as vice president and chief medical officer, according to a Friday news release from OSF.

Sterling Federal Bank has announced that loan officer Angela Perna is now located at the Rock Falls Branch at 821 First Ave.

VanOpdorp has served since 2017 as chief financial officer, and was named vice president in 2018.

Lena’s Social Club, a new restaurant and bar in Dixon that was expected to open in late February, is temporarily closed. Owners Heather and Greg Huffman made the announcement on Facebook on Wednesday.