The Coliseum Museum in Oregon recently announced the opening of the second annual Around the Farm art exhibit featuring 35 artists from across the northern Illinois area, on display from June 6-July 18.

The Dixon Police Department in a recent Facebook post said there are several things motorists and motorcyclists can do to make roads safer.

Teachers are asking the same questions on technology: What is changing, and how do we keep up? A Dixon educator is helping them find answers, even as the technology keeps shifting beneath him.

The Bellson Music Fest, which honors Rock Falls native Louie Bellson, is Saturday, June 6.

The Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 steam locomotive made a whistle stop in Sterling on Tuesday on its coast-to-coast trip to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding.

The Dixon: Historic Theatre has announced that country music hitmaker Skip Ewing and special guest Casey Chesnutt will perform as a free general admission community concert Saturday, June 6.

Artists of all ages are invited to showcase their creativity on the sidewalks surrounding the Old Lee County Courthouse on July 3 during the Dixon Petunia Festival’s Brush & Bloom.

Starting in 2027, the $40,000 Hogenson Scholarship Fund will present two $1,500 scholarships each year, one for a nursing student and one for a student pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The fund is expected to provide scholarships for about 15 years.

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark talks with Greg Gates and Marcus Cox of Reagan Mass Transit District about expanding service into Whiteside County, the organization’s upcoming golf outing, and progress on RMTD’s new Oregon office.

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark sits down with James Lillyman to get the latest updates on this year's Reagan Run, including the addition of Dixon's new pedestrian bridge to the competition route.

The Dixon Municipal Band will return this week with its popular Summer Sounds 2026 concert series, featuring Thursday evening performances at the Page Park Band Shell under the direction of Jon James.

Catch up on the week’s top Sauk Valley news for May 24-30 in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

A residence in Dixon that sold for $350,000 nears the top of the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Lee County / Whiteside in the past week

Here's a list of Lee, Whiteside, and Ogle property transfers for May 18-22, 2026.

The University of Dubuque named students from Dixon and Sterling to the list.

Sauk Valley Bank is welcoming Ashley Crawford as its new private banker.

Today's column by Tom Wadsworth continues the story of Horace G. Reynolds, Douglas Gray Harvey and John Gould Ralston and their impact on the Dixon community.

The Dixon Ag FFA Alumni and Support Group is expressing gratitude to several agricultural partners for their contributions that support the Dixon ag plots.

A Dixon man has been formally charged with three felonies in connection with social media posts and emails that authorities say directed threats toward a Lee County economic development official over data centers

A Dixon man faces felony charges accusing him of threatening a former state representative in connection with social media posts and emails, according to Dixon's police chief.

Dixon Chamber of Commerce & Main Street invites business leaders, community members and area residents to attend its upcoming Legislative Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 9 at the Post House Ballroom in Dixon.

Central College in Pella recognized 251 graduates during Commencement 2026 on May 16 in P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium on Central’s campus.

Whatshername, a tribute to Green Day, will perform May 30 at The Dixon Historic Theatre. Dement Town Music Fest is also set for May 30.

Upcoming performances include a tribute to country music legends, Broadway musicals and classic movies.

The fourth annual Dement Town Music Fest will take place May 30 along Dixon's Depot Avenue, bringing a full day of live music, food, art and community to help kick off the summer season.

LOVETT: Events like the Reagan Run remind graduating athletes that running does not have to end when competitive seasons do. Instead, it changes.

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark talks with Cheyanne Bellows of Lifescape Community Services about elder abuse awareness, the organization’s Community Care program, and the range of support services available to seniors in the region.

MANDRELL: From the vision of Pete Dillon and the founding board, who worked tirelessly to establish the college, to the graduates of the Class of 2026, the college’s history is filled with remarkable examples of overcoming challenges, pursuing opportunity, and changing lives.

The Dixon Police Department began a criminal investigation earlier this month, according to a news release issued Tuesday.

The 10-week program will run through Aug. 5, with meal distribution taking place each Wednesday. Each child will receive three free grab-and-go meals per week to help provide food access during the summer months.

Dixon held its annual Memorial Day parade and observation Monday with a parade through the downtown and a ceremony at Oakwood Cemetery.

Former Dixonite Nick Lazaris, now of Philadelphia, donated copies of “Distinctive Dixon: Fascinating Stories of Dixon’s Rich History” to all 196 graduates of Ronald Reagan Middle School during graduation ceremonies on Friday, May 22.

The Dixon VFW and American Legion held their joint Memorial Day observation Monday, May 25, 2026.

Dixon High School held its Class of 2026 graduation ceremony Sunday, May 24, 2026, on the high school football field.

Boston Leather's professional-grade belts are available locally at Modern Shoe Shop and Kaleels, in Dixon, and The Fitting Room in Sterling.

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark talks with Dixon Deputy Chief Chris Scott about upcoming DPD summer and charity events, community policing efforts, new officer updates, and how school resource officers continue serving the community during summer break.

Catch up on the week’s top Sauk Valley news for May 17-23 in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

Here's a list of Lee, Whiteside and Ogle county property transfers for May 11-15.

Here's a schedule of Memorial Day observances taking place Monday in the Sauk Valley.

The Reagan Run welcomes runners and walkers of all experience levels and continues to draw participants from throughout the Sauk Valley and beyond each Independence Day.

BELZER: Winning the Reagan Run Scholarship is an incredible honor, and it has given me a chance to reflect on what this race, and this community, really mean to me as I get ready to graduate.

Summer is almost here, and that means it's festival season across northern Illinois.

Dixon city officials selected a different contractor for a water tower paint project Monday after the previously recommended contractor indicated they’d be unable to comply with an Illinois employment law if it were to go into effect.

The Red, White, & Blue Ball on June 27 at Loveland Community House in Dixon will be an evening of patriotism, music, and community held in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and in support of the Wounded Warrior Project.

As Shaw Media celebrates its 175th anniversary, we looked back at four historic front pages from May 21 across different decades.

A morning of fun activities and games, a petting zoo, and costumed characters await Saturday, June 6, at Discover Dixon’s Summer Block Party at Plaza North Shopping Center.

Summer events include Dixon City Market, Music at the Square and Fitness Fridays.

An Expression Swing has been added to Dixon's EC Smith Park, which will see more upgrades in the fall. A recent grant will allow the Dixon Park District to dismantle the aging equipment and install a new playground with rubberized flooring.

Dixon’s pedestrian bridge that’s being constructed over the Rock River near Dixon High School has officially been named "Petunia Crossing" after city council members voted Monday to approve it.

he Dixon American Legion will have an open house from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 25. A free meal will be served at noon.