Fulton girls basketball got its 19th win, Newman boys held off Rockridge and more in Wednesday's Sauk Valley Roundup.

Dixon got contributions from its entire roster as it rolled to a 72-33 win over Harvest Christian on Wednesday.

The Dixon Historic Theatre will show the romantic comedy "Love Actually" on their big screen on Friday, Feb. 13.

On this episode of Talk Line, Dallas Knack from the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce shares news on several upcoming Chamber events, and the launching of their new Future Founders program.

Benny Olalde scored 25 points in an Oregon win over Stillman Valley. Rock Falls and Dixon's boys both fell by two points, Eastland girls beat Polo, Newman beat Oregon, Fulton beat AFC and more in Tuesday's Sauk Valley roundup.

What is the key to Jack Saathoff's impressive rebounding ability? Effort. The junior guard is just 33 rebounds away from breaking Sterling's single-season rebound record.

Thirteen leaders in high school activity programs across the country – including a Sterling educator – have been selected to receive a National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Citation.

Step through the door at Basil Tree and time quietly rearranges itself. Inside one of Dixon’s oldest buildings, familiarity meets flexibility, from candlelit tables to hundreds of pasta possibilities, all built around making people feel at home.

Once an aging farm, an Oregon wedding venue is now a lovingly restored getaway where a mother-and-daughter team shape wedding weekends through antiques, photo nooks, heartfelt management and a devotion to making magic happen.

Newman girls basketball wrapped up Three Rivers Conference play with a 9-1 record as conference champions. Eastland boys beat Fulton and Faith Christian beat AFC in Monday's Sauk Valley roundup.

Matthew Clemen, a senior, is Newman Central Catholic High School's student of the month for January.

This gift supports the ongoing efforts to fully endow Morrison schools and their students in Sauk Valley Community College's Impact Program.

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A perfectly timed offensive rebound led to a decisive three-point play as Dixon pulled out a 45-43 BNC win over Stillman Valley on Saturday night at Lancaster Gym.

Blair Grennan, Tessa Fosdick, Kerby Germann and Ryleigh Eriks all won their weight class at the Belvidere Regional. Sterling boys swimming finished second at the Big 6 meet and more in Saturday's Sauk Valley Roundup.

West Carroll grad Emma Randecker, a freshman at the University of Northern Iowa, set the school’s indoor 200-meter dash record with a time of 24.11 on Saturday. The previous record was set in 1994.

The scholarship may be applied toward attendance at an accredited trades program or a 2- or 4-year college or university.

Oregon wins again in the Big Northern. Dixon and Sterling girls bowling advance to the sectional. Plus more scores in Friday's Sauk Valley Media Sports roundup.

Newman's depth helped make the difference as the third-ranked Comets pulled away late in a 63-54 win over a scrappy, short-handed Erie-Prophetstown.

Gary Mielke was elected president Jan. 15 at the annual meeting of the Illinois Association of Agricultural Fairs in Springfield. The group oversees, administers and lobbies for the state’s county fairs. 

Dixon, Sterling and Oregon girls basketball had conference wins. Eastland boys basketball beat Morrison, Polo beat Milledgeville, Fulton beat Amboy on senior night and more in Thursday's Sauk Valley Roundup.

OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center is expanding its women’s health team with the addition of Dr. Teressa Alexander and Dr. Armando San Juan to the OB/GYN clinic at Commerce Towers in Dixon.

Couples planning their big day are invited to attend the annual Sauk Valley Wedding Expo, the area’s largest wedding showcase, from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22.

Thunderstruck – America's AC/DC Tribute will be at The Dixon: Historic Theatre on Saturday, Feb. 7.

Cam Jones had a triple double in a Polo win, Eastland girls beat Rock Falls, Sterling and Dixon girls bowling won and more in Wednesday's Sauk Valley roundup.

Rock Falls wrestler Jahkei Jones is the Sauk Valley Athlete of the Week, presented by Loescher Heating and Air Conditioning. 'When the match is over he is the kindest and most respectful kid I’ve ever coached.'

Kiera Karlson plans to attend North Park University in Chicago to study nursing and further her softball career.

Dixon led by double-digits less than three minutes into the game and never trailed in a 60-53 victory Tuesday night over Big Northern Conference rival Oregon at Lancaster Gym.

Morrison boys basketball beat Amboy, Newman beat Ottawa Marquette 78-51, Eastland beat Polo and more in Tuesday's Sauk Valley Roundup.

Amboy High School has announced its fall 2025 honor roll.

From fleeting emotions to unscripted moments, Callie Shrimplin captures the rhythm of a wedding day while reshaping her own future in photography and film.

A Dixon man brings calm, ceremony and Percheron horses to make wedding days unforgettable with each trot and clack on the Mane Street pavement.

Spray tan business owner Caitlin O'Connor has studios in Dixon and Polo, and has become part of wedding mornings – helping brides feel comfortable, natural and camera-ready for their big day before they ever step into their dresses.

For nearly 30 years, ye olde Red Knight Pub in Stockton has rolled out a welcome mat that gives people the Red-carpet treatment, with friends and hospitality from people on both sides of the bar.

Amboy’s own little Cookie Jar blends creativity, comfort and a sense of fun in every batch its owner bakes, proving dessert can be playful and welcoming, with just the right amount of over-the-top.

After falling behind by double-digits in the first five minutes Monday, Newman figured things out. Lucy Oetting got hot from deep, and the rest of the Comets followed in a 60-51 win over Stillman Valley.

Sterling bowling won the Western Big 6 Conference meet as Sarah Doughty was individual champion. Dixon, Sterling, Oregon and Polo girls basketball also had wins in Monday's Sauk Valley Roundup.

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In addition to their regular studies and activities, Christ Lutheran School's students this week participated in each day’s theme by dressing up and working collectively on various activities.

Dixon wrestling won a regional title as five wrestlers won their bracket. Other local wrestlers advanced to the sectional round, Dixon and Rock Falls boys basketball won, Sterling's Sarah Doughty won the Dixon bowling invite and more in Saturday's Sauk Valley Roundup.

PFLAG Sauk Valley president: Ending conversion therapy begins by recognizing that coercion has no place in care, faith, or family – and that compassion and affirmation are the only paths that protect life and dignity.

Oregon boys and girls basketball earn Big Northern Conference wins. Plus more area scores in Friday's Sauk Valley Media Sports Roundup

Sterling's Vivianna Torres won her weight class at the Western Big 6 Conference meet. Fulton boys basketball beat Morrison, Oregon boys and girls beat Genoa-Kingston and more in Friday's Sauk Valley Roundup.

Sauk Valley Community College’s Impact Program has announced the receipt of a three-year gift of $5,000 from the Morrison Area Community Foundation toward the Mustang Impact Challenge.

Sterling was unable to answer Quincy's full-court press in the fourth quarter as the Blue Devils rallied for a 59-52 overtime win. Quincy's 6-foot-7 freshman Brennan Lepper forced OT with a banked in 3-pointer.

The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the recipients of its awards, celebrating individuals who exemplify dedication, leadership, and service to the community throughout 2025.

Sterling senior Macie Lofgren wasn't sure she would play again this season after an early knee injury. Cleared to play this week, Lofgren hit her first 3-pointer of the season and scored seven points in a 50-25 win over Alleman Thursday night.

Trixie Carroll scored 23 points in an Eastland win over Milledgeville and Polo's Laynie Mandrell had 13 rebounds in a win over AFC in Thursday's Sauk Valley Roundup.