St. Francis uses potent offense, strong pitching to beat Dixon in five innings and advance to sectional finals
After a hot start on offense Colt Armbrust rode the lead to toss a one-hit shutout with 10 strikeouts to help St. Francis to a 14-0 victory over Dixon to advance to the sectional finals.
‘Oh my God, I don’t know how he survived’ – Ashton semi driver recalls February crash along I-88 near Dixon
Semi driver Eric Dodge of Ashton speaks four months after a near-fatal crash in which his truck veered off Interstate 88 between Rock Falls and Dixon, launched over Bollman Road overpass and landed in a cornfield.
2025 Reagan Run 5K course adjusted to accommodate nearby construction
Race director: The decision was made to move things around for our 25th anniversary run to keep everyone safe with the construction in the wooded section.
Encore! Mt. Morris offers summer art experiences to students
Hannah Beach, this summer’s Artist in Residence, will be teaching fun classes and coordinating art projects through June and July.
Amber + Smoke owner brings holistic skincare to Grandon Plaza
A Sterling woman has turned her passion for holistic wellness into a thriving business. Amber + Smoke Botanical Skincare + More offers a curated collection of botanical skin, hair and beauty products that are chemical-free, sustainably sourced
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Grace Johnson on the Reagan Run 5K
The Talk-Line interview for June 4 featured 2025 Reagan Run 5K committee representative Grace Johnson discussing the upcoming event during the annual Petunia Festival.
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Grace Johnson on the Reagan Run 5K
The Talk-Line interview for June 4 featured 2025 Reagan Run 5K committee representative Grace Johnson discussing the upcoming event during the annual Petunia Festival.
Jurors: Stillman Valley man still a ‘sexually dangerous person’
The 7-woman, 5-man jury ruled against Ray Allen Gough’s arguments that he is no longer sexually dangerous because of his “self control” and “self discipline” while being held in custody since 1999.
Dixon police: Missing Prophetstown woman found safe
Madison Manning, 25, has been found safe in Rock Falls, according to a news release issued by the Dixon Police Department on Thursday morning.
Middle Rock Conservation acquires 11-acre forest plot in Grand Detour
Land owners John and Arlene Hildebrand sold their 11-acre plot near Grand Detour to Middle Rock Conservation Partners, a transaction that was celebrated at a dedication Sunday, May 25.