Sterling to Seek Intergovernmental Agreement for Sterling and Rock Falls Fire Departments to Share Equipment
The Sterling and Rock Falls Fire Departments are two separate entities. They have their own equipment and their own leadership. However, both departments work hand in hand on calls in each other’s communities. The Sterling City Council
Senator Li Arellano to Host a Town Hall Meeting at The Dixon Historic Theatre
State Senator Li Arellano, Jr (R-Dixon) is inviting residents of the 37th Senate District to a series of town hall events this summer to discuss recent legislative activity and answer questions from constituents. “These town halls are
Dixon Farmers Market to Celebrate Halfway Point to Christmas
Join the Dixon Farmers Market as they celebrate the halfway point to Christmas. Throw on your favorite Hawaiian shirt and bring the family out for the festivities on Saturday, July 19 7:00 am-12:00. With every purchase from
Summer Splash This Weekend Means One Huge Day of Fun
Who is ready for ONE HUGE DAY of FREE FAMILY FUN? Summer Splash is Saturday, June 21st at RB&W District in Rock Falls from 11am-7pm! There is tons of activities and events for kids to enjoy! Free
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Hope Cancer Wellness Center’s Joan Padilla
The TALK-LINE interview for June 18 featured Hope Cancer Wellness Center Executive Director Joan Padilla.
Dixon council OKs year extension of electric service contract
The Dixon City Council approved a one-year extension of its electrical service contract Monday, June 16, 2025, for residents and small businesses within city limits.
Photos: Oregon Park District's Concerts in the Park
Hot and humid temperatures and music by “That Gurl” kicked off the 2025 season of the Oregon Park District’s Concerts in the Park Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
Judge: Rock Falls felony case alleging drug sales near Merrill School can move toward trial
Judge Magen Mertes on Monday, June 16, 2025, also denied John Trumbla’s request to be granted release from house arrest for a block of time each week to purchase groceries, clothing and medication.
Attention newspaper subscribers
In honor of Juneteenth, the print editions of the Gazette and Telegraph will not be published Thursday, June 19.
Amboy graduate named 2025 state FFA president: ‘I’ve been exposed to the blue jacket for a very long time’
Natalie Pratt, who graduated from Amboy High School this year, has family ties to FFA that reach back to her childhood. Her mother, aunt and uncle all served as state officers, and Pratt often traveled with her