Dixon

In the contested race for Dixon Township’s highway commissioner, voters reelected incumbent Corey Reuter, according to Lee County’s unofficial election results.

Dixon Family YMCA Chief Executive Officer Andy McFarlane talks about an update on the new Lovett Child Care Center in south Dixon.

The Midland States Bank Foundation has committed to providing $25,000 over the next two years to help offset construction, furnishing and equipment costs associated with the construction of the Dixon Family YMCA’s new Lovett Child Development Center, which opened in January.

Reuter received 905 votes to challenger Cameron Magne’s 341, according to Tuesday, April 1, 2025, unofficial election results.

Contested races are taking place for two Rock Falls City Council seats, two Sterling City Council seats and Dixon Township highway commissioner. Whiteside County voters also are deciding the fate of a proposed public safety sales tax.

Held at the Loveland House, 513 W. Second St., in Dixon, organizers brought in submissions Monday to be included in the exhibit.

Scholarships in the amount of $1,000 are available to Dixon residents who attend Dixon High School, Newman High School, Faith Christian School or who are homeschooled.

Serving is from 5-7 p.m.

Election judges in Dixon and Sterling saw low voter numbers as of noon Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Read the transcript from our Talk-Line podcast: Don't miss out on the Best of Dixon gala on April 4.

The TALK-LINE interview for March 31 featured Dixon Chamber of Commerce/Dixon Main Street Director of Community Relations and Events Jennifer Lang discussing upcoming events in Dixon.

Joseph Oswalt plans to become a physical therapist.

The show brought in 55 high school students submitting 88 pieces of work with mediums ranging from charcoal to ceramic and paint to pen.

Established in 1890 in Dixon, the Phidian Art Club is once again hosting its annual art show and awards. Awards will be presented April 3, starting at 6 p.m. Go to phidianartclub.com for more information.

The Dixon Arts Coalition is bringing a new mural opportunity to artists to showcase their work and assist in providing a vibrant arts and culture scene in Dixon.

Editor’s Note: This is the third of three installments about the history of The Dixon: Historic Theatre.

Property transfers for Lee, Ogle and Whiteside counties for March 10-23, 2025.

U.S. Rep. Sean Casten will join a statewide Democratic organization to host town hall meetings throughout Illinois

Only weeks after The Dixon: Historic Theatre‘s grand reopening, its executive director, who also served as artistic producer, is no longer employed with the 103-year-old theater.

Emma Jones is a sophomore in the university’s College of Liberal Arts.

No injuries to residents or firefighters.

Robes and Sneakers campaign collects funds for cancer research.

The Next Picture Show, Dixon, will host a Chapter and Verse Open Mic Night for the area’s authors April 11.

The Township Officials of Illinois legislative chairman urged the Lee County Board at its meeting Thursday, March 20, to oppose four bills that would dismantle many township governments across the state.

Firefighters from several departments responded to a structure fire at 6727 W. Henry Road, southeast of Polo, around 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, 2025. At least one vehicle and a camper along with several items were lost in the garage fire. No injuries were reported. Crews responding included Polo, Mt. Morris, Sterling, Forreston, Oregon, Dixon Rural, EMS Advance, Milledgeville, Chadwick, Dixon City, and Franklin Grove.

The La Salle County Republican Party will host its 47th annual Lincoln Day Dinner on Saturday, March 29, at Pitstick Pavilion on Route 23, just North of Ottawa.

The Dixon Knights of Columbus Council 690 will host its monthly breakfast from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sunday, March 30, at KayCee Hall, 506 W. Third St.

Read the transcript from our podcast with Dixon School Board member Jon Wadsworth for his views on chronic absenteeism in the district, and other topics in Dixon education.

Read the transcript from our podcast with Dixon School Board member Linda Leblanc-Parks sharing her vision for Dixon education.

Read the transcript of our podcast with Dixon School Board member Brandon Rogers and his plan for chronic absenteeism in Dixon schools.

Dixon School Board President Linda Wegner talked with Shaw Local reporter Payton Felix about the future of Dixon schools ahead of the April 1 election. Read the transcript from our podcast here.

A Streator man accused of strangling a woman was indicted Tuesday for murder.

Illinois' state legislature has introduced four bills that would dismantle many townships across the state.

Brandon Rogers from the Dixon School Board spoke with Shaw Local reporter Payton Felix about the main issues facing Dixon schools ahead of the April 1 election.

Linda Leblanc-Parks, a member of the Dixon School Board, answered questions from Shaw Local reporter Payton Felix and shared her vision for Dixon schools ahead of the April 1 election.

Jon Wadsworth, a member of the Dixon School Board, answered questions about the issues facing Dixon education from Shaw Local reporter Payton Felix ahead of the April 1 election.

Linda Wegner, incumbent President of the Dixon School Board, talks about the issues facing Dixon Public Schools with Shaw Local reporter Payton Felix ahead of the April 1 election.

The popular 90s band Sister Hazel, known for their hit 'All For You,' will be at the theatre May 11.

RMTD Executive Director Greg Gates said the four medium-duty Ford buses and two minivans will help to replace some of RMTD’s aging vehicles, some with over 300,000 miles on them.

Join the United Way of Lee County in celebrating the collective impact on the community and in honoring the achievements of the past year.

Surrounded by family and residents of Liberty Court in Dixon, Chamberlin celebrated his 101st birthday Friday, March 21, 2025, with cupcakes, snacks and drink options.

Read the transcript from our podcast with Dixon City Council member Chris Bishop on what he sees as the future for Dixon.

Dixon Rural and Dixon City firefighters, along with Advance EMS, were dispatched to a residential structure fire at 4:41 p.m. Saturday, March 22, at 8259 S. Main St. in Grand Detour.

The Dixon School Board accepted a slate of personnel items Wednesday, March 19.

Read the transcript from our podcast with Dixon City Council member Dennis Considine as he and Shaw Local reporter Payton Felix discuss housing in Dixon and more

Dennis Considine, a member of the Dixon City Council, spoke with Shaw Local reporter Payton Felix about the issues facing Dixon ahead of the April 1 election.

Chris Bishop, a candidate for Dixon City Council, spoke with Shaw Local reporter Payton Felix about the issues facing Dixon ahead of the April 1 election.

Property transfers for Lee, Ogle and Whiteside counties for March 3-16, 2025.

Tools for School provides K-12 students who are eligible for the free and reduced lunch program with a backpack filled with grade-appropriate school supplies to use throughout the year.

Genesis Hey Krick, Heather Huffman featured in "Slaying Chicago."