Voices from the Dixon Mausoleum will rise to observe the structure's 100th anniversary during the annual Oakwood Cemetery Walk. Five volunteers will portray historically significant people buried in the mausoleum during the cemetery walk from 1 to 3 p.m. Sept. 28, 2025.

To raise awareness and promote early detection of peripheral artery disease, OSF Saint Katharine will host a community health fair from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, at OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center, Commerce Towers, 215 E. First St., in Dixon.

Dozens of volunteers spent Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, cleaning and supporting a number of sites as part of the United Way of Lee County & United Way of Ogle County's Day of Caring.

The TALK-LINE interview for Sept. 15 featured Lee County Extension 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator Katie Baker discussing re-enrollment and participation in the 10 Lee County 4-H chapters.

The Nature in Nachusa exhibition opens Sept. 17 and runs through Oct. 18 at The Next Picture Show in Dixon. The opening reception and awards presentation will be 6-8 p.m. Sept. 19.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources will host public meetings throughout northern and west-central Illinois to provide information on the status of chronic wasting disease and its effect on free-ranging deer populations.

A Lee County judge ruled Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, to maintain the several pretrial release conditions previously imposed on a Dixon man accused of disseminating images and videos of child sexual abuse.

Here's a list of property transfers for Lee, Whiteside and Ogle counties for Sept. 1-5, 2025.

A large crowd gathered on the lawn of the Old Lee County Courthouse in Dixon on Friday evening, Sept. 12, 2025, to mourn the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk

The second annual West Fest starts at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at Vaile Park, 2023 W. Third St., in Dixon.

Residents from across the Sauk Valley are gathering at the Old Lee County Courthouse at 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, to mourn the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, who was fatally shot Wednesday while speaking at a university event in Utah.

No DUIs, 2 seat belt, 3 distracted driving, 5 moving violations and 24 warnings made.

Here is a list of Lee County property transfers for Sept. 1-5, 2025.

The Next Picture Show will host its fourth annual Wine Tasting Gala at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, in the main gallery at 113 W. First St. in downtown Dixon.

The TALK-LINE interview for Sept. 11 featured Lee County State's Attorney Charley Boonstra reflecting on the 9/11 anniversary in 2001, a look at current criminal court action through his office and the cashless bail issue moving into the federal scene.

Following the merger of the Amboy and Harmon fire districts in 2024, a duo of officials think the three-member board should be expanded by two members to allow for representation of Harmon residents.

The TALK-LINE interview for Sept. 9 featured Goodfellows of Lee County Executive Director Clara Harris updating the annual “Holiday Drive” sponsored by the organization, which offers “holiday shopping” for those in need of gifts.

The TALK-LINE interview for Sept. 8 featured Lee County Health Department Infectious Disease Coordinator Elizabeth Accardi discussing the upcoming influenza season and the health department’s offering of flu shot clinics.

A Marengo man who has a history of peering into the windows of unsuspecting women has been charged with another alleged offense.

The competition’s goal is to improve housing conditions and support rural regions’ need for quality senior living and childcare.

Here is a list of property transfers for Lee, Whiteside and Ogle counties for Aug. 22-29, 2025.

At the Whiteside Area Career Center in Sterling, students are not just learning about technology – they are taking it apart, putting it back together and coding their way into the future.

The first-aid kits are designed to combine veterinary and tactical medicine expertise.

The Dixon City Council approved an agreement with an Illinois contractor Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025, to complete the demolition of five city-owned properties that officials plan to redevelop.

A Dixon man has been charged with aggravated battery and several other offenses after police say he chased a family member with a knife Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025, and injured a person who disarmed him.

The 76th Grand Detour Arts Festival – one of the oldest of its kind in northern Illinois – returns Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, to the John Deere Historic Site with art, music and food.

Here's a list of property transfers for Lee County for Aug. 25-29, 2025.

State Rep. Brad Fritts, R-Dixon, has officially concluded his 2025 summer tour. The annual tour consisted of 52 stops, including town hall events, coffee & conversation events, school visits, local business tours and more.

Popsicles come in different shapes and varieties, and a Franklin Grove woman has has put her own twist to the treats – using real fruits and what grows in her garden to create a variety of tasty flavors that make customers' taste buds pop.

Culvert replacement work on U.S. 52 in Lee County near Amboy will begin Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation.

Through hands-on projects in photography, graphic design, video editing and digital drawing, Whiteside Area Career Center students explore the tools and techniques used by professionals in the creative industry, all while building portfolios of their own.

Prevent Child Abuse America has announced that the Healthy Families America affiliate, Sinnissippi Centers Inc., has been accredited as a provider of high-quality home visiting services to pregnant families and families with infants and young children.

While their classmates head to math or English, students at the Whiteside Area Career Center are taking part in mock trials and learning how to deescalate suspects – all as part of real-world law enforcement training.

Richter: These businesses play a vital role in helping United Way strengthen Lee County by ensuring our community has access to basic needs, education, financial resources, and quality healthcare.

On Monday, Aug. 25, 2025, a public informational meeting was held on the ongoing Steward-Caron Roads Industrial Corridor study.

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program provides one-time benefits to income-eligible homeowners and renters to help with energy bills and energy service reconnection.

Here is a list of property transfers for Lee, Whiteside and Ogle counties for Aug. 18-22, 2025.

Here is a list of Lee County property transfers for Aug. 18-22, 2025.

Lee County officials have decided that the public drop-off recycling station in Dixon will be removed Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, after repeated illegal garbage dumping at the site.

Lee County officials are looking to regulate open burning due to an increasing number of agriculture fires.

Dixon Habitat for Humanity is seeking applications for its 2026 home through Oct. 15.

For outdoors lovers looking to get away from home for a few months, or even take in the experience of a weekend adventure, an Amboy family has provided a place to make camping memories happen with nature and activities, and one to share their faith as well.

The Franklin Creek Conservation Association will host a Grist Mill Market Day on Sept. 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will include Franklin Creek Corn Grinding and a wildlife display.

Amboy closed its annual Depot Days fun with the annual car show and 50/50 drawing on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025.

The Dixon School Board on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025, approved new hires, resignations and coaching positions.

Sinnissippi’s Healthy Families Illinois program has been serving families in Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside counties for more than 25 years.

Augustana College recently recognized 555 students during its 165th commencement ceremony.

This annual half-day volunteer extravaganza will bring together friends, families, coworkers and neighbors to complete more than 20 service projects across Lee and Ogle counties.

Meals will be available for carryout or dine-in at the Post, 1120 W. First St.

State Rep. Brad Fritts, R-Dixon, announced Wednesday that he withdrew his membership in the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce after the Chamber added a DEI statement to its website and removed the word “God” from a prayer at its annual scholarship fundraiser