Dixon and Herzberg/Elster, Germany, are celebrating 25 years of partnership this year. Twenty-four delegates from Germany have been taking in the sights in Dixon this week.
The Yak-Yak Sisters put on a party for fellow kayaker Nancy Gates of Sterling on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, for her 90th birthday.
The Lee County 4H Fair opened up to the public Thursday, July 25, 2024 in Amboy.
It was the perfect setting on a perfect day as horse enthusiasts and their steeds of all ages took part in RRTHA;s inaugural event at the newly renovated horse arena at Franklin Creek Natural Area on Saturday, July 20, 2024.
Residents of Sinnissippi Centers' recovery home in Dixon find strength in the care and fellowship at the home. The treatment facility is hoping to build another such place in the community.
Sterling police officers investigated a shooting Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at the corner of East Fifth Street and 13th Avenue. Witnesses say they heard eight shots fired.
Picture perfect weather graced the 2024 German Valley Days July 19-20. The event included a parade, kids events, and a pork chop dinner for the German Valley Fire Department.
Sterling Noon and Rock Falls Rotary clubs teamed up Monday for their annual Broil and Boil Lunch at Sterling Marketplace. Customers received a pork chop sandwich and two ears of corn to help fund programs for the Rotary clubs.
Tampico Days wrapped up Sunday, July 21, 2024 with a full slate of fun activities.