DIXON- For his December 2023 local business highlight, State Representative Bradley Fritts (R-Dixon) chose to highlight Candlelight Inn Restaurant in Rock Falls. Rep. Fritts spent time touring the business and…

Happy First Day of Winter! Wishing everyone a safe and warm season.

Winter is a beautiful season, with falling snow and cooler temperatures. But it can also be fierce, with arctic-cold temperatures, ice and risks of damage to homes. Click here for…

On December 15th, 1791, the United States of America ratified the Bill of Rights, which included the first 10 amendments in the U.S. Constitution. These amendments are the bedrock of…

Happy birthday to the U.S. National Guard! Established in 1636, the National Guard is the oldest military organization in the United States. Thank you to all of the men and…

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our Prescription Drug Drop-Off event on Saturday! We collected hundreds of expired or unwanted prescriptions, which will make our community safer. I also…

Reminder that tomorrow we will be hosting a prescription drop-off drive at the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. I hope to see you…

Today is the first day of Hanukkah. This important Jewish holiday lasts for eight days and eight nights. Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate! 

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day honors the 2,403 Americans who were killed in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on this day in 1941. We will always remember those who were…

National Computer Safety Day is meant to raise awareness around cyber security issues that affect millions of people every year. One small but important way to protect yourself online is…