Nicklaus Financial Service in Dixon has announced that their achievements have been recognized with inclusion in LPL Financial’s Ascent Club Program for 2025.

The Dixon School Board on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025, approved new hires, resignations and coaching positions.

In recognition of National Breastfeeding Month, OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center is spotlighting its comprehensive lactation services, which support mothers both before and after childbirth.

The event will be at Dillon Mall at Sauk Valley Community College, 173 Illinois 2 in Dixon. 

The TALK-LINE interview for Aug. 21 featured the Marketing Director of Sinnissippi Centers of Dixon, Andy Jackson, reviewing the recently held Sinnissippi Golf Open fundraiser.

Augustana College recently recognized 555 students during its 165th commencement ceremony.

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

Sinnissippi’s Healthy Families Illinois program has been serving families in Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside counties for more than 25 years.

The event will feature a live display of 10 Monarch caterpillars and is designed to engage children and their families in the wonders of nature. The program focuses on the life cycle of Monarch butterflies, their habitats and their remarkable migration journey.

The Dixon Lioness Lions will have a cookout Saturday, Aug, 23, at Oliver’s, 748 N. Britton Ave., Dixon.

After 18 years at the helm, Dixon Family YMCA CEO Andy McFarlane has stepped down, according to a news release issued by the YMCA Board of Directors.

Here is a list of property transfers for Lee, Ogle and Whiteside counties for July 11-15, 2025.

In a news release issued Friday, Aug. 22, 2025, Dixon Police Chief Ryan Bivins said David Dykema, 52, of Dixon, had been found deceased in Whiteside County.

Dixon on Monday, Aug. 18, 2025, was established as the 41st Purple Heart City in Illinois. The designation from the Military Order of the Purple Heart is given to cities, counties and other entities that show a commitment to honoring and supporting Purple Heart recipients.

The award honors individuals committed to the success of public education and the mission of the Illinois Education Association.

Intersections along Peoria, Hennepin and Ottawa avenues in Dixon are getting upgrades as workers are improving the crosswalks at these corners.

State Rep. Brad Fritts, R-Dixon, spoke with Shaw Local during a stop on his summer tour Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, to explain his decision to withdraw from the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce, citing concerns over the removal of the word “God” from a prayer at a fundraiser.

Meals will be available for carryout or dine-in at the Post, 1120 W. First St.

Opinion from our editorial board: Rep. Fritts still has a choice. He can continue down the path of performative grievance, or he can rejoin the Chamber, roll up his sleeves, and get back to work. The Sauk Valley is stronger when all voices are at the table, including his.

With work getting underway Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025, seven downtown Dixon intersections are being improved.

State Rep. Brad Fritts, R-Dixon, announced Wednesday that he withdrew his membership in the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce after the Chamber added a DEI statement to its website and removed the word “God” from a prayer at its annual scholarship fundraiser

The Sauk Valley Community College volleyball team is ranked No. 11 in the NJCAA Division II preseason poll ahead of Friday's first match. The Skyhawks return eight players from last year's team.

Two Dixon police officers were sworn into their new roles Monday, Aug. 18, 2025, as deputy chief and patrol sergeant. The promotions were brought on by former Deputy Chief Matt Richards' retirement on July 31.

Dixon resident Owen McBride recently was named to Mount Mercy University’s dean’s list for the spring 2025 semester.

The TALK-LINE interview for Aug. 18 featured Kreider Services of Dixon Administrative Manager Sue Ely discussing the recently held “Meaningful Day of Golf” fundraiser in July.

The Sauk Valley Community College greenhouse and JL Acres LLC organic crops are among sites that will be toured.

The Dixon Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating David Dykema, 52, of Dixon. Dykema was last seen early on the morning of Monday, Aug. 18, 2025.

The Al Morrison Memorial Baseball League has provided a round-tripper of fun since the late 1960s, and its experience gets a little better each year thanks to a group of volunteers who invest their time for the kids.

Children in Dixon are finding it tougher to have nutritious meals on weekends during the school year, and a local volunteer organization is here to help. They're buddies with bags, helping to make sure children in need have meals to eat.

The downtown Dixon restaurant serves up its own take on sandwiches, salads, omelets, crepes and a wide variety of other dishes and drinks.

Get caught up on Sauk Valley news, sports and features from the week of Aug. 8-14, 2025.

Here is a list of property transfers for Lee, Whiteside and Ogle counties for Aug. 4-8, 2025.

The TALK-LINE interview for Aug. 15 featured Illinois 37th District State Senator Li Arellano of Dixon discussing his participation at the Illinois State Fair Governor’s and Republican Day.

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Of all the manufacturers that have come to Dixon, the cement plant holds the distinction of being the longest-operating manufacturer in city history.

Illinois saw 142 tornadoes in 2024. With weather teams stretched thin because of federal budget cuts, forecasters warn the next storm might slip through the cracks

The Friends of the Hennepin Canal will hold its next “Hike the Hennepin” event at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 17, at Bridge 50, 25060 Illinois Route 172, Rock Falls.

Bring your questions and family stories about Lee County cemeteries to share with others.

There are fraternal organizations in the Sauk Valley where veterans gather to share stories and celebrate camaraderie. However, these fraternal organizations may not be around much longer unless more is done to help keep them open.

The university awarded degrees to 6,770 students.

Dixon American Legion Post 12 will serve hamburger, pork chop sandwich, brat, or hot dog picnic dinners from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15.

Here is a list of personnel actions approved by the Dixon School Board on Aug. 7, 2025.

The TALK-LINE interview for August 13 featured Hope Cancer Wellness Executive Director Joan Padilla with a spotlight for August through September 2025 special events, including a “Facing The Challenge” support group meeting for cancer patients and caregivers on August 19.

Here is a list of Lee County property transfers for Aug. 4-8, 2025.

Vice President of Academics and Student Services Jon Mandrell said the number of students has been climbing for the past three years – from 1,507 two years ago, to 1,586 last year, and now 1,686 this fall.

After decades of dedication to nursing, Lanetta Whitlock is marking a milestone in her profession – 50 years as a nurse, including 43 years at KSB Hospital, now OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center in Dixon.

The gift, to be paid over five years in annual August installments, reflects the company’s commitment to investing in Dixon’s future by supporting local families and young learners, according to company officials.

Students in Dixon head back to class Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025, for the 2025-26 school year.

The university named more than 400 student-athletes to the honor roll.

A Dixon man faces several drug and weapons charges following an early morning car crash Sunday in Amboy where responding deputies said they smelled cannabis and alcohol.