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The Water Wonderland splash pad in Dixon was filled with locals and out-of-towners alike looking for a place to beat the heat Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

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Project Rock in Dixon is moving along ahead of schedule. Completion of the pedestrian bridge and Page Park improvements are projected to be finished in June 2026. Take a look at how the landscape has changed since construction began in February.

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It was a special day Saturday, June 7, 2025, as de Immigrant windmill in Fulton marked its 25th anniversary.

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Dixon is looking to demolish five dilapidated structures to make room for future development.

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A pair of special dedications honored veterans Sunday, June 8, 2025, at the Veterans Park in Dixon.

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The Bellson Music fest was held Saturday, June 7, 2025, at RB&W District Amphitheater in Rock Falls. The free event featured bands, a drum clinic, food, and a bench dedication.

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Newman takes fourth place in the state baseball series after falling to Eureka 9-3 Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Illinois Field in Champaign.

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Shaw Local photojournalists took home nine Illinois Press Association awards for 2024 coverage on Thursday, June 5, at the Illinois Press Association Convention and awards ceremony at Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino in East Peoria.

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Newman takes on Teutopolis in the Class 2A state baseball semifinal Friday, June 6, 2025, at Illinois Field in Champaign. The Wooden Shoes of Teutopolis took the win 9-3.