Single-family home sells in Dixon for $157,500

An 840-square-foot single-family residence, built in 1952, has changed hands.
Mother & Son dance ‘Christmas in July’ arrives July 19 in Dixon

The Toys for Tots of Lee County presents the Mother & Son dance, “Christmas in July,” from 1 to 4 p.m. July 19 at the Dixon Post House.
Longtime Reagan Run participant, sponsor: ‘Come out and support this great event’

Chad Weigle, a longtime participant, owns Rock River Wealth Management and is an event sponsor. Read his thoughts and memories about the Dixon tradition known as the Reagan Run.
NIU gets commitment from record-setting transfer QB Taron Dickens
Streator boys basketball takes positive steps this summer
Historical covers for July 3: Nation gears for 200th birthday

As Shaw Media celebrates its 175th anniversary, we looked back at four front pages from the July 3 archives. These historical pages serve as a unique time capsule, capturing how local communities marked national celebrations
11 Sauk Valley-area students named to Iowa State University’s spring 2026 dean’s list

More than 11,200 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the 2026 spring semester dean’s list.
Fire damages Sterling apartment building, injures 3 in overnight house fire

The state fire marshal’s office has been called in to investigate a Sterling fire that injured three people Thursday night and killed two pets
Single-family home sells for $179,500 in Sterling

The single-family residence located at 1721 Heritage Drive in Sterling was sold on June 1, for $179,500, or $96 per square foot.
Single-family home built in 1910 sells in Dixon for $158,000

Real estate news: A single-family residence in Dixon, built in 1910, was recently sold