Weather Causing Unique Problems at the Dixon Park District
The Dixon Park District prides itself on keeping all of their parks looking good. This summer, however, has been a unique challenge. The weather has caused the park to delay some of the mowing and upkeep. While
Oregon Taking Advantage of Company Employees Paid to Volunteer
Cleaning up along the shore of the Rock River can be an arduous and dirty task. This is one of the projects the City of Oregon is undertaking. Volunteers are performing this work. During the most recent
Dixon Park District Introduces New Director at the Ruth Edwards Nature Center
The Dixon Park District is happy to announce our NEW Director at The Ruth Edwards Nature Center – Ana Smith. Ana is a passionate advocate for environmental education. As an author and dedicated educator, she brings a
Dixon Family YMCA Hosting Blood Drive Friday
The Dixon Family YMCA is proud to host a Red Cross Blood Drive an opportunity to give the gift of life and support those in need within our community. The blood drive will be Friday, August 15th,
Merry Martha Club makes special donation to Leaf River Soaring Eagles 4-H Club
The Merry Martha Club donated a check to the group from money received at their recent quilt auction.
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Tom Demmer on Lee County development
The TALK-LINE interview for Aug. 11, 2025, featured Lee County Industrial Development Director Tom Demmer discussing the latest additions of business to the South Dixon Gateway Park area. That includes a new strip mall and a new
Photos: Day Two at World Tournament of Historic Base Ball
Oregon’s vintage ‘base ball’ team ended its run at the World Tournament of Historic Base Ball with a 1-2 record on Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025.
Ogle County property transfers for Aug. 4-8, 2025
Here’s a list of Ogle County property transfers for Aug. 4-8, 2025.
Roberts Armory World War II Museum open Aug. 16 in Rochelle
Roberts Armory World War II Museum in Rochelle will be open to the public from 1-4 p.m. Aug. 16, 2025, during the Lincoln Highway Heritage Festival.
Dixon organization comes up petunias
Petunia City’s providers: Making the city they love come up flowers every year is the mission of a group of Dixon women who enjoy adding a little more pink to their community.