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June 04, 2025
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Treat dad to a Father’s Day meal at these northern Illinois restaurants

Treat dad to a Father’s Day meal at these northern Illinois restaurants

Father's Day is Sunday, June 15.

By Aimee Barrows●
June 04, 2025 at 6:15 am CDT

5 Things to Do: Rock Falls’ Bellson Music Fest, Sterling’s Movies in the Park this weekend in the Sauk Valley

5 Things to Do: Rock Falls’ Bellson Music Fest, Sterling’s Movies in the Park this weekend in the Sauk Valley

Other events include the Dixon Municipal Band's first concert of the season on Thursday, and the Discover Dixon Block Party and Sauk Valley Community College's Child Fair, both on Saturday.

By 5 Things to Do in Sauk Valley●
June 03, 2025 at 2:00 pm CDT

Blind Melon, The Smoking Popes headline Dixon’s 2025 Petunia Festival

Blind Melon, The Smoking Popes headline Dixon’s 2025 Petunia Festival

Blind Melon and The Smoking Popes will perform on the Main Stage Thursday, July 3.

By Aimee Barrows●
May 30, 2025 at 6:15 am CDT

5 Things to Do: Rock Falls Farmers Market in the Sauk Valley this weekend

5 Things to Do: Rock Falls Farmers Market in the Sauk Valley this weekend

The fourth annual Bellson Music Fest is set for Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Rock Falls as is Discover Dixon’s Summer Block Party in Dixon.

By 5 Things to Do in Sauk Valley●
May 29, 2025 at 11:45 am CDT

9 great places to hike in northern Illinois

9 great places to hike in northern Illinois

Summer is here, and it's time to get outside and enjoy the natural beauty of northern Illinois.

By Aimee Barrows●
May 29, 2025 at 11:30 am CDT

Timber Lake Playhouse’s 2025 season to feature Broadway musicals, plays & tribute concerts

Timber Lake Playhouse’s 2025 season to feature Broadway musicals, plays & tribute concerts

The 2025 Main Stage season opens in late May with "Saturday Night Fever: The Musical." The concert series begins May 3 with a tribute show to Johnny Cash.

By Aimee Barrows●
May 29, 2025 at 11:26 am CDT

Breathtaking road trips in the Midwest, across the U.S.

Breathtaking road trips in the Midwest, across the U.S.

Here's a list of some of the most beautiful road trip ideas in the U.S.

By Shaw Local News Network●
May 29, 2025 at 11:20 am CDT

Great Galena Balloon Race set for June 20-22 at Eagle Ridge Resort

Great Galena Balloon Race set for June 20-22 at Eagle Ridge Resort

The sky around Galena will be filled with vibrant colors during the popular three-day event at Eagle Ridge Spa, which also includes live music and family-friendly activities.

By Cody Cutter●
May 29, 2025 at 11:15 am CDT

Summer beer festivals return in 2025

Summer beer festivals return in 2025

Summer is filled with beer festivals, from Joliet to Princeton, Galena to McHenry and more.

By Aimee Barrows●
May 29, 2025 at 6:10 am CDT

Blackhawk Steak Pit grilling up the perfect steak in the Sauk Valley

Blackhawk Steak Pit grilling up the perfect steak in the Sauk Valley

Blackhawk Steak Pit in Oregon has become a destination for travelers and locals to enjoy dinner in the relaxed surroundings of a supper club atmosphere.

By Cody Cutter●
May 22, 2025 at 11:45 am CDT
5 Things to Do: Knights of Columbus breakfast is Sunday in Dixon

5 Things to Do: Knights of Columbus breakfast is Sunday in Dixon

Other upcoming events include River Country 101.7-FM’s annual Summer Kickoff Concert, which begins at 6 p.m. May 31 with Delaney Ann, followed by headliner Kelsey Hart at 8 p.m., along the Dixon Riverfront.

By 5 Things to Do in Sauk Valley●
May 22, 2025 at 11:41 am CDT
Must-visit northern Illinois farmers markets in 2025

Must-visit northern Illinois farmers markets in 2025

The 2025 farmers market season kicks off soon in communities across northern Illinois. Here's a list of some of the best markets in the area.

By Aimee Barrows●
May 22, 2025 at 11:30 am CDT

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