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July 05, 2025
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Dixon council approves restrictions on allowing minors in bars

Dixon council approves restrictions on allowing minors in bars

The Dixon City Council approved an amendment to the city liquor code June 23, 2025, that restricts the presence of those under 21 in bars.

By Payton Felix●
July 02, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

State Rep. Fritts announces summer events set for July

State Rep. Fritts announces summer events set for July

Town hall, coffee and conversation events will be held through Wednesday, July 16.

By Kate Santillan●
June 28, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Twin City Conservatives to meet June 28 in Rock Falls

Twin City Conservatives to meet June 28 in Rock Falls

Twin City Conservatives will host their monthly meeting at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 28, at A’s Kitchen, 2004 First Ave., Rock Falls.

By Kate Santillan●
June 26, 2025 at 6:26 pm CDT

Sterling Fire Department seeking federal funds for critical radio upgrades

Sterling Fire Department seeking federal funds for critical radio upgrades

The Sterling Fire Department is awaiting federal funding approval for upgrades to its radio communications.

By Brandon Clark●
June 26, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce relocating to Sarah Phelps Plaza

Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce relocating to Sarah Phelps Plaza

Officials say the move will enhance the partnership with the city of Oregon and transform the plaza into a central space for events, outreach and visibility.

By Earleen Hinton●
June 26, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT

State Sen. Arellano hosts town hall Tuesday recapping spring legislative session

State Sen. Arellano hosts town hall Tuesday recapping spring legislative session

About 25 people attended State Sen. Li Arellano’s legislative session recap town hall Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at The Dixon: Historic Theatre.

By Payton Felix●
June 26, 2025 at 5:15 am CDT

Dixon council OKs $1.4M for street work. Is your road on the list?

Dixon council OKs $1.4M for street work. Is your road on the list?

The Dixon City Council has approved two contracts related to its $1.4 million plan for street resurfacing projects.

By Payton Felix●
June 25, 2025 at 5:15 am CDT

Dixon City Council OKs year extension of electric service contract

Dixon City Council OKs year extension of electric service contract

The Dixon City Council approved a one-year extension of its electrical service contract Monday, June 16, 2025, for residents and small businesses within city limits.

By Payton Felix●
June 19, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Sterling City Council approves naming city’s new riverfront park after wire mill

Sterling City Council approves naming city’s new riverfront park after wire mill

Sterling’s new riverfront park has been named Northwestern Steel & Wire Park.

By Brandon Clark●
June 18, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT

Noise, speed, safety complaints   leading Dixon officials to consider regulating motorized bikes

Noise, speed, safety complaints leading Dixon officials to consider regulating motorized bikes

Dixon officials are looking to regulate the use of motorized bikes after city council members said Monday, June 16, 2025, they’ve received an uptick of calls from concerned residents.

By Payton Felix●
June 18, 2025 at 5:15 am CDT
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews State Senator Li Arellano of Dixon

Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews State Senator Li Arellano of Dixon

The TALK-LINE interview for June 13 featured Illinois 37th District State Senator Li Arellano of Dixon discussing the close of the most recent legislative session in Springfield and passage of the new state budget.

By John Sahly●
June 15, 2025 at 2:00 pm CDT
‘We’re this close to losing our democracy’: Hundreds line Dixon’s Peoria Avenue bridge for ‘No Kings’ protest

‘We’re this close to losing our democracy’: Hundreds line Dixon’s Peoria Avenue bridge for ‘No Kings’ protest

More than 400 protesters gathered in Dixon on Saturday, June 14, 2025, to denounce what they called the militarization of patriotism and the glorification of presidential power.

By Brandon Clark●
June 14, 2025 at 6:33 pm CDT

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