Community members exploring the downtown may have noticed the recent arrival of colorful monsters in storefront windows.

Exelon has taken a step toward closing the Byron Nuclear plant in September as an energy deal has yet to be reached on the state level.

The city is planning to resurface 5.2 miles of road across 92 blocks this summer totaling around $3.1 million in work.

The new inclusive playground for children with disabilities opens Friday in Dixon.

Action to be taken at tonight's City Council meeting

Help wanted signs stretch the length of a football field down the road, business owners are using billboards to attract workers for the first time in years, and several industries are hiring across all position levels.

Those who take pride in their home front could be recognized by a new beautification group.

If the costs and funding come together, the Dixon Park District could break ground on a new building this fall that could eventually become a community center.

Work has started with installing an inclusive playground for children with disabilities at John Dixon Park.