Read historian Tom Wadsworth's third installment about Dixon’s cement plant, which opened in 1907 but is set to close completely in the next few months. This installment focuses on key historic events in the plant's rise and fall.

I’ve been scooped before, but never by my own paper. It was quite a shock when I saw Tuesday that we had broken a story about Peru getting a new Chick-fil-A location.

Adopting a conciliatory tone is proper, but the way this story is developing provides little comfort to people who saw the red flags waving far ahead of the current situation.

"Together, we can ensure your legacy becomes a lasting source of hope, impact and opportunity," writes Amy Hernon, executive director of The Community Foundation for McHenry County.

Alzheimer's disease can be a challenging journey. The Olivers reflect on what the last decade has been like as they deal with the changes brought on by Tony's illness.

Column: We’re wrapping up an eventful summer in DeKalb County and heading into the fall season with even more to experience, writes Alexis Aviles of the DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Opinion from Scott Holland: Bail is for the accused, not the convicted, but “presumed innocent” as a legal concept is rarely relevant in the court of public opinion

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce has an exciting lineup of events this fall designed to connect, engage, and celebrate our vibrant community, writes the chamber's Shirley Mott.

Opinion from Rich Miller: What the Chicago Teachers Union really wants is an immense expansion of the state tax base