Lyndon seeking community support to repair historic bridge

Village Clerk and Office Manager Maureen Johnson said that work is underway to inspect the Lyndon Bridge’s more than 700 planks for weather deterioration and replacement.
Willow Folk Festival set for Aug. 8-10

Hidden within hills and away from highways in southeast Jo Daviess County is a tiny community best known for its annual music festival and large antique barn – attracting social butterflies and lovers of bluegrass, gospel and
Lee County EMA director retires, county evaluating role’s future

Lee County’s approach to emergency management is getting a revamp following the retirement of the agency’s director of nearly two decades, Kevin Lalley. Lalley, who was hired in 2006, retired June 30, 2025.
National Sports Card Convention returns to Rosemont for 45th show

Sports card collectors from near and far flocked to Rosemont last week for the 45th National Sports Card Convention.
National Sports Card Convention returns to Rosemont for 45th show

Sports card collectors from near and far flocked to Rosemont last week for the 45th National Sports Card Convention.
Isaiah Roby Brings Basketball Camp to Dixon

Dixon High School graduate and former Nebraska star and NBA Player Isaiah Roby is launching the first ever Hoops and Roots: The Roby and Boster Skills Camp at the Dixon Park District on Saturday, September 6th. This
Whiteside County property transfers for July 28 to Aug. 1, 2025

Here’s a list of property transfers for Whiteside County for July 28 to Aug. 1, 2025.
From pole to peace: Elevate Studio in Sterling offers a twist on fitness

A new studio in Sterling is turning fitness upside down, sometimes literally, with a unique twist on breaking a sweat.
Zach Top releases ‘Good Times & Tan Lines’ from sophomore album

Zach Top will release his sophomore album, Ain’t In It For My Health, on August 29th. The country star premiered his new single, “Good Times & Tan Lines,” during a Nissan Stadium performance at CMA Fest last
Ashley McBryde announces four-date “Redemption Residency” at Eric Church’s Chief’s in Nashville

Ashley McBryde announced a four-show residency at Eric Church’s Chief’s ticketed venue, Neon Steeple, located in the heart of Nashville’s Lower Broadway. The Redemption Residency Dates are as follows: Oct 14, Oct 15; and Dec 11, Dec 12