Sauk Valley

Dixon’s downtown intersections see crosswalk enhancements

Workers from Helm Construction make improvements to the crosswalk at the corner of Peoria Avenue and Second Street on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, in Dixon. The intersection is one of seven getting the renovation.

Intersections along Peoria, Hennepin and Ottawa avenues in Dixon are getting upgrades as workers improve the crosswalks. Work began Aug. 20, with workers from Helm Construction cutting out old concrete. Drivers are asked to use caution when going through the areas on Peoria Avenue at River, First and Second streets; Hennepin Avenue at River, First and Second streets; and Ottawa Avenue at First Street.

Alex Paschal

Alex T. Paschal

Photojournalist/columnist for Sauk Valley Media