Oregon Council in Discussion Concerning How People Use and Store Their Campers and Trailers
Oregon is a community that encourages people to come and bring their campers, boats and recreational vehicles. Many people who live in Oregon has one or more of these same types of vehicles. However, the way people
Sterling Fire and Police Departments Participating in Community Outreach Events
The Sterling Police and the Fire Department will be busy with community outreach events. This Friday in Sterling is Hot Dog Day. A time to meet organizations and businesses in Sterling, and get a hotdog or more.
Dixon Police Receiving Reports of Thefts of Electronic Bikes
The Dixon Police Department has received multiple reports of electronic bicycles (E-bikes) being stolen from outside of residences throughout town. They are actively investigating these cases and want to remind the public to report any suspicious activity
Dixon Cross County Runner Up for Youth Athlete of the Year
Dixon Public Schools incoming freshman, Ethan Carter, is up for a national Youth Athlete of the Year recognition. In his Middle School career, he won first in the state in the IESA Cross Country Finals. This gives
New Director of Economic Development in Ogle County Chosen
On behalf of the City of Oregon, they would like to welcome Liz Hiemstra as the new Director of Economic Development for OCEDC. “We look forward to working with Liz in support of our existing businesses as
Sterling school librarian secures literary grants to enhance 2 district libraries
Franklin Elementary and Challand Middle schools were recently awarded a Readers’ Choice Grant from the Association of Illinois School Library Educators/LBSS Endowment Fund.
Oregon man ruled unfit to stand trial for arson
Matthew L. Thoreson is charged with aggravated arson, a Class X felony, following a May 1 house fire in Oregon.
Whiteside 4-H session teaches kids what it’s like to be a veterinarian
Kids learned about veterinary medicine Monday, July 28, 2025, during a workshop hosted by Whiteside County 4-H and University of Illinois Extension.
5 Things to Do: Ogle County Fair, Disney’s “Frozen” musical, Hot Dog Day
Check out the Ogle County Fair July 30-Aug. 3 at the fair grounds in Oregon, or catch concerts from the Sterling Municipal Band or Dixon Municipal Band.
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Dixon Police Patrol Officer Lucas Kammerer
The TALK-LINE interview for July 29 featured Dixon Police Patrol Officer Lucas Kammerer discussing preparations for the Aug. 5 “National Night Out” observance locally.