The Summer Sounds of the Dixon Municipal Band continue at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at the Page Park Band Shell.

A two-story residence in Grand Detour caught fire early Monday morning and required crews from 13 fire departments across four counties to bring the blaze under control.

Local residents have had negative reactions in recent weeks after learning about a real-estate listing posted on the Lee County Industrial Development Association’s website – a listing that has since been removed – advertising a 387-acre property along Interstate 88 and U.S. 30.

University of Chicago mathematicians reviewed jury selection process selection methods over the weekend to determine if they are randomized. A report on their findings is expected by Tuesday.

June events have been set at the Polo Public Library.

More than 2,300 students – including 21 from the area – received their bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees from Northern Illinois University in May.

In observance of the city of Fulton’s year-long celebration of the nation’s 250th birthday, the special program will honor all of Fulton’s veterans, with a special focus on the six World War II fallen heroes.

The Morrison Fire Department celebrated its 150th birthday on Saturday, June 6, with events that included a car show at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, a parade, a block party, and a ceremony honoring the department's current and retired firefighters.

Lyndon held its 35th annual car show Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Richmond Park.