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  • Technology gives cattlemen new tools in production, sales

    There's a silo on Brent and Bruce Scholl's farm that was built in 1919 by their grandfather. It's not in use anymore, but stands nearby half of their ...
    UPDATED: March 7, 2014 - 5:11 am

  • Top 5 things to do this weekend

    First Fridays in OregonOREGON – First Fridays Open Stage Music Show returns to the Oregon VFW at 7 t ...
    UPDATED: March 7, 2014 - 5:17 am

  • Grogan stumps at Oregon VFW drawdown

    OREGON – Illinois voters have never elected a certified public accountant as state treasurer, and GOP candidate Bob Grogan thinks it's time they did.
    March 7, 2014 - 5:10 am

  • Amboy restaurant goes without water

    AMBOY – The Beef Hut has been without running water for nearly 4 weeks, a situation blamed on a frozen city line.
    March 6, 2014 - 11:23 pm

  • Police: Boy sexually assaulted after school

    POLO – A man in early February stopped an 11-year-old boy walking home from school and groped the child's genitals, police say.
    March 6, 2014 - 11:24 pm

  • Streetscape project could start after Memorial Day

    DIXON – How the downtown streetscape project will happen, and when, became a bit more evident Wednesday evening at City Hall.
    March 6, 2014 - 12:03 am

  • Ogle County prosecutor challenged in GOP primary

    OREGON – Ogle County State's Attorney Mike Rock touts his office's performance since he took the helm a little more than a year ago after his predeces ...
    March 6, 2014 - 12:35 am

  • Benefit for children of accident victim planned

    STERLING – A benefit for the children of Bryan Schrimpf, who died Sept. 8 in a motorcycle accident, is planned from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Johnny’s Bar ...
    March 6, 2014 - 2:12 pm

  • Lee County sheriff warns of scam

    DIXON – The Lee County Sheriff's Department is warning businesses of a scam involving an international business directory.
    March 6, 2014 - 12:13 am

  • Need a cure for cabin fever?

    THOMSON – For those looking to get outside and do some exploring, the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge might have the answer.
    March 6, 2014 - 12:25 am

  • Elwin ‘Shorty’ Schmitt

    ROCK FALLS – Elwin “Shorty” Schmitt, 79, of Rock Falls, died Wednesday, March 5, 2014, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
    March 6, 2014 - 10:03 pm

  • Richard D. Peve

    WALNUT – Richard D. Peve, 74, of Walnut, died Thursday, March 6, 2014, at Walnut Manor Nursing Home.
    March 6, 2014 - 10:02 pm

  • Florence E. Vincent

    MENDOTA – Florence E. Vincent, 96, of Mendota, died Wednesday, March 5, 2014, at Mendota Lutheran Home. She was a homemaker.
    March 6, 2014 - 10:02 pm

  • Thomas L. ‘Rocky’ Danler

    DIXON – Thomas L. “Rocky” Danler, 66, of Dixon, died Wednesday, March 5, 2014, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.
    March 6, 2014 - 10:02 pm

  • Leon W. Muka

    DIXON – Leon William Muka, 87, of Dixon, died Wednesday, March 5, 2014, at Dixon Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. He was a stationary engineer fo ...
    March 6, 2014 - 10:02 pm

  • Florence H. Willard

    OREGON – Florence H. Willard, 89, a lifelong Oregon resident, died Thursday, March 6, 2014, at Oregon Living and Rehabilitation Center.
    March 6, 2014 - 10:02 pm

  • Floyd Daub Jr.

    MILLEDGEVILLE – Floyd Daub Jr., 88, of Milledgeville, died Tuesday, March 4, 2014, at his home.McDon ...
    March 5, 2014 - 10:57 pm

  • Edward ‘Ed’ Haas

    DIXON – Edward “Ed” Haas, 76, of Dixon, died Monday, March 3, 2014, at his home. He owned and operated Haas Builders Inc. for 25 years, and worked as ...
    March 5, 2014 - 10:57 pm

  • Sheryl L. ‘Sherry’ Schultz

    SAVANNA – Sheryl L. “Sherry” Rowland Schultz, 65, of Savanna, formerly of Mount Morris, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, died Tuesday, March 4, 2 ...
    March 5, 2014 - 10:57 pm

  • Margaret D. Ayres

    MORRISON – Margaret D. Ayres, 81, of Morrison, formerly of Sterling, died Saturday, March 1, 2014, at Four Seasons Living Center in Morrison.
    March 6, 2014 - 10:32 am

  • Immigration and ancestry perfectly clear

    I’m so very sorry that Richard Geiger [“Reform is the answer, not ‘great wall,’” The Reader’s Voice, Feb. 20] finds my letter confusing [“Path to more ...
    March 6, 2014 - 9:29 pm

  • Vote Drought for Ogle sheriff

    It’s with great pleasure we encourage Ogle County residents to vote for Joe Drought for sheriff.We h ...
    March 6, 2014 - 9:29 pm

  • Owners pay fair wages and keep country going

    In response to Mr. Bork’s letter [“Pay workers $10 an hour; they’re worth it,” The Reader’s Voice, Feb. 22], he must live in the sand. Every business ...
    March 6, 2014 - 9:29 pm

  • In praise of coach’s values and character

    This was an amazing story about coaches that we don’t hear about that often [“Mr. Robinson’s new neighborhood,” Feb. 25]. Don Robinson is not only a g ...
    March 6, 2014 - 9:28 pm

  • Comments about sheriff don’t add up

    This is in response to Mr. Gerdes’ comments in Thursday’s paper [“Retain Varga as Lee sheriff,” The Reader’s Voice, Feb. 27].
    March 6, 2014 - 9:29 pm

  • Abortion issue and technology improvements

    There is one thing that scares me about the abortion issue. However, I must first say that while I am personally against abortion, I am also protectiv ...
    March 6, 2014 - 9:29 pm

  • Write in Becker for 90th District

    I am writing to endorse Matt Becker as a write-in candidate on the Democratic ballot for representative in the Illinois House 90th District.
    March 6, 2014 - 9:28 pm

  • Vote Rock for state’s attorney

    I endorse and will vote for Mike Rock on March 18. Ogle County State’s Attorney Mike Rock is the only candidate with proven prosecutorial experience, ...
    March 6, 2014 - 9:29 pm

  • Vote Rock for Ogle prosecutor

    Mike Rock is a family man, honest, [a man of] integrity, dedicated to law enforcement and government professionalism, and concerned for the citizens o ...
    March 6, 2014 - 9:29 pm

  • Says comment was out of line

    Sheriff Varga, after attending the public forum, I was truly appalled by the very first comment made regarding the Weight Watchers group that meets at ...
    March 6, 2014 - 9:29 pm

  • Raw Video: Illinois State Police footage from I-88 shooting in November

    Police have recently released video from the scene where an Illinois state conservation police officer shot and killed a motorist on Interstate 88 wes ...
    March 3, 2014 - 4:44 pm

  • (Video) Eastland Girls Capture State Berth

    The Eastland girls basketball team defeated the Hinckley-Big Rock Royals 36-33 Monday, Feb. 24, 2014, in DeKalb. Lexis Macomber led the Cougars with a ...
    Feb. 27, 2014 - 2:05 pm

  • (Video) Inside look at KSB Hospital's new ICU

    The new and old intensive care units at KSB Hospital are separated by a floor and 30 years. After nearly 18 months on planning and construction, the p ...
    Feb. 25, 2014 - 11:48 am

  • On the picket line at Bay Valley Foods

    Members of Teamsters Local 722 went on strike at 11 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6, 2014. On Wednesday, Feb. 12, we checked in with union workers on the picket ...
    Feb. 12, 2014 - 5:20 pm

  • (Part 1) Dan Rutherford Interview

    We spoke with State Treasurer Dan Rutherford, a candidate for the Republican nomination for governor, before a campaign event at Candlelight Inn in Ro ...
    Feb. 7, 2014 - 5:49 pm

  • (Part 2) Dan Rutherford Interview

    We spoke with State Treasurer Dan Rutherford, a candidate for the Republican nomination for governor, before a campaign event at Candlelight Inn in Ro ...
    Feb. 7, 2014 - 5:49 pm

  • Sneak Peek: Manny's Pizza & Tacos in Sterling

    Manny's Pizza & Tacos will open at 11 a.m. Jan. 31, 2014 in downtown Sterling, 312 Locust St. Click ...
    Jan. 28, 2014 - 9:29 pm

  • Top Videos of 2013

    Most viewed videos on saukvalley.com. Click here to see playlist of the top 6 videos. ...
    Dec. 26, 2013 - 12:11 am

  • New board, net profits announced

    MINNEAPOLIS – Donaldson Co. Inc., has announced officer changes effective April 1. Charles J. McMur ...
    Feb. 27, 2014 - 4:48 pm

  • Local business named to list

    SPRINGFIELD –  The Illinois Society of Professional Engineers has ranked Willett, Hofmann & Associates Inc., one of six companies as a “High Achieving ...
    Feb. 27, 2014 - 4:49 pm

  • Medical group brings home gold

    SwedishAmerican Health System won eight ADDY awards from the Rockford Chapter of the American Advertising Federation during the Feb. 13 awards celebra ...
    Feb. 27, 2014 - 4:50 pm

  • Sterling officers complete courses

    STERLING – Sterling Police Department Sgt. Steven Hubbard has graduated from Northwestern University’s Center for Public Safety.
    Feb. 27, 2014 - 4:48 pm

  • New tools to be introduced

    AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – BorgWarner’s Supplier Performance Monitor system uses artificial intelligence and sophisticated mathematical theories to analyze ...
    Feb. 27, 2014 - 4:50 pm

  • Local body shop earns recognized

    STERLING – ABRA Auto Body and Glass in Sterling recently was designated as an I-CAR Gold Certified auto body repair center.
    Feb. 27, 2014 - 4:47 pm

  • Board director gives annual year-in-review

    The annual meeting of the United Way of Whiteside County was Feb, 20, with partner agencies and United Way board members present.
    Feb. 27, 2014 - 4:49 pm

  • Business Notebook: Air Play owner buys Wine Cellar

    Business Notebook: A little of this, a little of that on the comings and goings on the Sauk Valley business scene.
    Feb. 28, 2014 - 11:26 pm

  • Ten Pennies for your thoughts

    OREGON – The city's newest business offers a relaxing and bright atmosphere to enjoy a cup of coffee and a pastry while browsing the Internet. Ten Pen ...
    Feb. 28, 2014 - 11:24 pm

  • Lieutenant governor hopeful means business

    DIXON – Ask the average Illinoisan what the lieutenant governor does and you're likely to get a blank stare. But Sen. Kirk Dillard, one of four candid ...
    Feb. 21, 2014 - 10:33 pm

  • Day Trip: Discovery leads to national natural site

    Cave of the Mounds remains open all year. Inside, the temperature is a mile 50 degrees no matter what is going on outside.
    UPDATED: March 7, 2014 - 5:30 am

  • Support Groups, Clubs, and Services

    Saturday, March 8Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., closed, Big Book, United Methodist Church, 201 E. Chi ...
    March 6, 2014 - 9:29 pm

  • Support Groups, Clubs, and Services

    Friday, March 7Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family plannin ...
    March 5, 2014 - 8:45 pm

  • Reservations due for church dinner

    ROCHELLE – A St. Patrick's Day dinner is planned for 11:30 a.m. March 17 at Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave.
    March 5, 2014 - 10:57 pm

  • Board reschedules March meeting

    DIXON – The Lee County Board will meet at 9 a.m. March 19 in the third-floor board room of the old Lee County Courthouse, 112 E. Second St.
    March 5, 2014 - 10:57 pm

  • Benefit set to help woman fight cancer

    STERLING – A fundraiser to help a local Army veteran combat brain cancer will be from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday at Cochran's Pub, 13464 Galt Road.
    March 5, 2014 - 10:58 pm

  • Discussion set on church’s history

    STERLING – A history of Sterling's Reformed Mennonite Church will be told at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society meeting at CG ...
    March 5, 2014 - 10:57 pm

  • Support Groups, Clubs, and Services

    Thursday, March 6Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family plann ...
    March 4, 2014 - 9:29 pm

  • Support group to meet in Oregon

    OREGON – The diabetes support group at Rock River Center will meet at 6:30 p.m. today at the center, 810 S. 10th St.
    March 4, 2014 - 11:29 pm

  • Guest bartenders to bring luck of Irish to Long Shot

    ROCK FALLS – A number of "Almost Irish" guest bartenders will serve drinks from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. March 14 at Long Shot Bar and Grill, 3312 W. Rock Fa ...
    March 4, 2014 - 11:57 pm

  • Exercise is not only for the able bodied

    Do you like to watch the games? I’m not talking about the Winter Olympics, but about the Winter Paralympic Games. Since 1988, the Paralympic Games hav ...
    March 4, 2014 - 9:28 pm

  • Better by the bowl

    If you’ve resolved to eat more healthfully in 2014, think soup.It’s filling and, when made with the ...
    March 5, 2014 - 12:01 am

  • Forcing spring onto the table

    I’ve given up on this winter and decided to just pretend that it’s spring.If you can force tulip bul ...
    Feb. 25, 2014 - 11:36 pm

  • Fall in love with lamb

    Lamb Stew with Butternut SquashIt’s still stew season. In this dish, the oven does most of the work, ...
    Feb. 25, 2014 - 11:36 pm

  • Enjoy the taste of eating right

    “Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right” is the theme for National Nutrition Month 2014. Take a look at your own plate this March and find ways to enhance th ...
    Feb. 25, 2014 - 8:15 pm

  • Warm up your kitchen, mornings with coffee cakes

    With frigid temperatures outside, one of the coziest places to be is in a warm, sweet-smelling kitchen baking, baking, baking.
    Feb. 18, 2014 - 11:21 pm

  • Hard cider mounting ‘a massive comeback’

    FORT WORTH, Texas — Cider was once America’s drink, but after getting buried by beer and trampled by the temperance movement, one of the world’s oldes ...
    Feb. 17, 2014 - 9:15 am

  • Celebrate heart health with bowl of quinoa

    Serve up a heart healthy meal to celebrate February's focus on heart health. A combination of quinoa and vegetables gives you great flavor and a bowlf ...
    Feb. 11, 2014 - 10:42 pm

  • Homemade cheese? Yes, please

    You could say it started with the “Cheesepocalypse” – you know, all those stories about a Velveeta s ...
    Feb. 11, 2014 - 11:22 pm

  • Add some heat this winter with spicy foods

    The unusually frigid temps this winter got you down?There’s one surefire way to heat yourself up: Ad ...
    Feb. 10, 2014 - 2:27 pm