Here's a list of Whiteside County property transfers for June 8-12, 2026.

State Sen. Li Arellano will be the guest speaker.

High-powered heavy metal roared into Rock Falls on Monday, June 15, 2026, as the Sick Summer 2026 racing tour made its annual stop in the city.

Here's a list of Lee, Whiteside, and Ogle counties' property transfers for June 1-5, 2026

Here's a look at some of the happenings in the Sauk Valley for June 5 to 13, 2026.

Rock Falls Tourism presented Salute to America 250, a special two-day event June 13 and 14, 2026, at the RB&W District Park in Rock Falls.

Rock Falls Rotary celebrated each designated Rotary Student of the Month of the 2025-2026 school year.

Communities around the Sauk Valley are gearing up for fireworks shows to celebrate Independence Day and the nation’s 250th birthday.

State Rep. Bradley Fritts, R-Dixon, is kicking off his fourth annual Summer Tour this month. 

To qualify for the dean’s list, students must earn a grade-point average of 3.50 or better during the semester, based on 4.0 for straight As.

Here's a list of Whiteside County property transfers for June 1 to 5, 2026.

Sick the Magazine is coming through Rock Falls on Monday, June 15, and Rock Falls is having a mini-block party downtown to welcome them for a third year in a row.

Dixon Pride Fest is Saturday, June 13, and Salute to America 250 is Saturday, June 13, and Sunday, June 14, in Rock Falls.

The 73rd annual Fiesta Parade will be held on Sept. 19. Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 Fiesta Parade grand marshal.

Locations that could be impacted include Sterling, Rock Falls, Morrison, LeClaire, Fulton, Prophetstown, Hampton, Port Byron, Erie, Garden Plain, Rapids City, Albany, Princeton, Tampico, Cordova, Lyndon, and Riverdale.

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.

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.

Catch up on the week’s top Sauk Valley news for May 31-June 6 in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

Here's a list of Lee, Whiteside, and Ogle counties' property transfers for May 25-29, 2026.

A Rock Falls man who police say threw a pregnant woman to the ground Wednesday is facing felony aggravated battery, fleeing, and weapon charges.

Due to forecasted extreme heat and possible thunderstorms Saturday, organizers are moving the fifth annual Bellson Music Fest and Drum Clinic indoors.

To be eligible, a student must earn a minimum grade-point average of 3.50 for the term and be a full-time student taking at least 12 graded credits.

Northern Illinois University announces the students who have made its spring 2026 dean’s list.

The Bellson Music Fest, which honors Rock Falls native Louie Bellson, is Saturday, June 6.

Hosted by Rock Falls Tourism in collaboration with Bellson’s widow Francine Bellson and music director Josh Duffee, the festival will feature four bands performing music that honors Bellson’s legacy.

Here's a list of Whiteside County property transfers for May 25 to 29, 2026.

At five, it thrives: Five years after opening, Candlelight Inn's location at Lake Carroll has found its footing – built on staff, service and a tight-knit community.

In 2001, Doug Hand’s fifth grade students at Thome School in Rock Falls packed as many treasures as they could into a cooler. It was buried, to be unearthed 25 years later. That day was Sunday.

Catch up on the week’s top Sauk Valley news for May 24-30 in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

Here's a list of Lee, Whiteside, and Ogle property transfers for May 18-22, 2026.

Rock Falls held its annual Touch-a-Truck event Saturday, May 30, 2026. Over 150 trucks, cars and various motorized vehicles were put on display for people to explore and learn about.

A time capsule buried 25 years ago was unearthed at Thome School on Sunday, May 31, in Rock Falls.

Sauk Valley Bank is welcoming Ashley Crawford as its new private banker.

Rock Falls Township High School recently announced the students who made honor rolls for the second semester.

Rock Falls resident Ozell Taylor created the mural that honors local veterans while bringing pride and beauty to the space for all visitors to enjoy.

Lydea King also was named the Milwaukee Area College Internship Consortium Showcase Intern of the Year for Carthage College.

Whatshername, a tribute to Green Day, will perform May 30 at The Dixon Historic Theatre. Dement Town Music Fest is also set for May 30.

A Sterling developer, accused in civil court of siphoning money from the Rock Falls company he co-owns, has lost the Amcore Bank property in foreclosure, according to a Whiteside County court ruling.

Here's a list of Whiteside County property transfers for May 18-22, 2026

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark is joined by John Watts to discuss this year’s Touch-A-Truck event in Rock Falls, including what families can expect, featured vehicles, and activities planned for the community.

This free, family friendly event will honor America’s history, patriotism, and military heritage through interactive living history demonstrations, patriotic music, ceremonial traditions, and educational programs for all ages.

American Legions from Sterling and Rock Falls marked Memorial Day with various events on Monday, May 25, 2026. Events included a rifle volley, playing of taps, a Memorial Day service and an American Flag mural dedication.

Registration for Montmorency School’s 2026-2027 school year will be from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 8.

The donation will be used for a veterans memorial at the Northwestern Steel and Wire Park.

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

Here's a list of Lee, Whiteside and Ogle county property transfers for May 11-15.

Here's a schedule of Memorial Day observances taking place Monday in the Sauk Valley.

Montmorency Community School District in Rock Falls recently announced its eighth grade awards honorees.

Summer is almost here, and that means it's festival season across northern Illinois.

Rock Falls American Legion Post 902 is inviting the community to attend Memorial Day services Monday, May 25, to honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives while serving the nation.