Mom Nicole Theobald and Sophia take the first ride on the newly dedicated Sophia’s Swing Friday, May 15, 2026, at EC Smith Park in Dixon. The Expression Swing promotes intergenerational play and inclusion. (Alex T. Paschal)
Photojournalist/columnist for Sauk Valley Media
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