Technology, Music as Well as Something Special for the Sunday Night Fireworks in Dixon
Sunday night, the sky above Dixon will light up with brilliant colors and sounds. For the 61st Dixon Petunia Festival, the final night sees the large fireworks display. Vice President of Operations for the Dixon Petunia Festival
Part of Petunia Festival is Going to the Dogs
Would you like to have your dog as part of the 61st Dixon Petunia Festival? You can this Saturday at Haymarket Square. According to Petunia Festivals Leah Nelson, they are having the return of the Dog Parade
Whiteside County Sheriff Asking Witnesses to Come Forward in Violent Home Invasion Case
On Wednesday, July 2, following a Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office press release, Emillio Castro (18) of Rock Falls and Ethon Hemminger (18) of Rock Falls turned themselves in at the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office. The Whiteside County
OSF Healthcare Welcomes Newest Member of Women’s Health Team
OSF HealthCare is pleased to welcome Michelle Harris, APRN, CNM, as the newest member of its women’s health team, expanding access to high-quality care for patients in the Sauk Valley region. Harris sees patients at OSF Saint
Rock River to Remain Open in Dixon During the Petunia Festival
The City of Dixon says the Rock River will remain open to boat traffic during Petunia Festival. The main barge that is set up will remain in place. Boaters can access the downtown area by traveling through
Rock Falls man heads to trial Aug. 12, but prosecutors yet to decide which case he will face
A Whiteside County judge has set the trial date for a Rock Falls man facing charges in five separate cases, including one for attempted murder. What has yet to be determined? Prosecutors must decide by July 18
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Jim Grot on upcoming SVCC trips
The TALK-LINE interview featured Sauk Valley Community College Marketing Director Jim Grot discussing some upcoming trips planned through the college, open to the public.
Polo pushing for national Underground Railroad site designation
The Polo Historical Society is applying to become a designated Network to Freedom site with the National Park Service after uncovering local ties to the Underground Railroad.
A piece of Dixon history: Lowell Park’s amazing historical distinctions
Dixon’s Lowell Park has a remarkable history. In his column this week, historian Tom Wadsworth shares unique stories about who designed the park and the land’s importance in northern Illinois as far back as the early 1800s.
Fireworks, Fourth of July celebrations planned in the Sauk Valley
From live music and food vendors to car shows and carnivals, here is a list of local places to celebrate the holiday.