Wind shift ahead in Lee County?

DIXON – A third of Lee County Board members have taken a stand on the controversial proposal for a wind farm in the county's southwestern corner. The rest are either undecided or haven't returned Sauk Valley Media's calls for comment. The 24-member board will vote on the wind farm Tuesday. ... Read More »

Sauk graduates have courage, commitment

DIXON – Valbona Bajrami reminded her fellow graduates that commencement is more than just a ceremony, but rather, an acknowledgement of commitment. ... Read More »

A national award, won very quietly in Erie

ERIE – The Erie Elementary School counselor who unsuccessfully pushed for a diversity curriculum that included the gay and lesbian community will receive a national honor for his work next week. ... Read More »

Local News

‘From your garbage to your garden’

DIXON – Up to 15,000 pounds of organic waste could be rotating in a vessel at any given time at Secure Recycling Services, a business division of Kreider Services. ... Read More »

Regional News

Illinois cracks down on social media 'flash mobs'

CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois now has tougher penalties for those who use social media to organize violent "flash mobs" like those that have occurred on Chicago's Michigan Avenue an ... Read More »

8 Illinois Lottery payout checks bounce

CHICAGO (AP) — Some lucky winners of the Illinois Lottery weren't so lucky when they went to cash their checks.Lottery spokesman Mike Lang says checks to eight recent winners ... Read More »

World News

Probe begins after Conn. commuter trains crash

FAIRFIELD, Conn. (AP) — Officials described a devastating scene of shattered cars and other damage where two trains packed with rush-hour commuters collided in Connecticut, sa ... Read More »

Planit Sauk Valley

Music at Lamb's Tap

Lamb's Tap has bands scheduled all month. ... Read More »

Lincoln Highway Car Show

The Annual Lincoln Highway Car Show is Saturday, May 18 in downtown Franklin Grove. There will 3 D Sound Music, vendors including food, a 50/50 drawing and of course, beautiful cars and awards. ... Read More »

Dining

Weighing benefits of greater muscle mass

Have you ever heard the riddle that asks “Which is heavier, a pound of feathers or a pound of gold?” My question is, which one takes up more space? Consider your body. While a ... Read More »

Artisan sandwiches

Pretzel bread a hot dining trend brought home ... Read More »

Opinion

Grateful for community’s generosity

I want to say a great big thank you to everyone who helped to make the Raise the Woof event to benefit Happy Tails Animal Shelter on May 3 a huge success. Days Inn was very ge ... Read More »

People are driving force behind event

An article on May 8, “Main Street asks city for $33K” needs clarification. I agree with Commissioner Considine that Dixon Main Street plays a vital role in downtown developmen ... Read More »

Obituaries

Kristin R. Phillips

CLINTON, Iowa – Kristin R. Phillips, 55, of Clinton, Iowa, died Thursday, May 16, 2013, at her home. She was a waitress at several area restaurants.Kristen was born Aug. 29, 1 ... Read More »

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Wise saw collapse in support

Last week, Sterling Alderwoman Amy Viering attended her last meeting as a city official. She gave the usual praise one hears at such departures. But one compliment stuck out. At the end of her speech, she turned to City Administrator Scott Shumard and said, "You're awesome."
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On pensions, Bivins and GOP far apart

Sen. Tim Bivins, R-Dixon, joined with many of his fellow Senate Republicans this week to reject a pension bill sponsored by Democratic Senate President John Cullerton of Chicago. The measure passed 40-16. Bivins had a different reason for his no vote.

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