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Catch up on the week’s top Sauk Valley news for Nov. 9-15 in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you
Listen: Sauk Valley’s 5 most-read stories this week, Nov. 9-15
Catch up on the week’s top Sauk Valley news for Nov. 9-15 in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you
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November 16, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Catch up on the week’s top Sauk Valley news for Nov. 9-15 in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you
The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the Sauk Valley Area Chamber Champion Award — the region’s highest honor recognizing exceptional leadership, service, and community impact.
Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce seeks nominations for 12th annual Chamber Champion Award
The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the Sauk Valley Area Chamber Champion Award — the region’s highest honor recognizing exceptional leadership, service, and community impact.
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November 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the Sauk Valley Area Chamber Champion Award — the region’s highest honor recognizing exceptional leadership, service, and community impact.
Polo put together a 'tremendous' defensive performance in a 38-0 win at South Fork on Saturday. The Marcos advance to face Amboy in Friday's I8FA championship in Monmouth.
Polo advances to I8FA championship after 38-0 win at South Fork
Polo put together a 'tremendous' defensive performance in a 38-0 win at South Fork on Saturday. The Marcos advance to face Amboy in Friday's I8FA championship in Monmouth.
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November 16, 2025 at 2:02 AM
Polo put together a 'tremendous' defensive performance in a 38-0 win at South Fork on Saturday. The Marcos advance to face Amboy in Friday's I8FA championship in Monmouth.
In a defensive slobberknocker Saturday, Amboy’s offense found the gear it needed in the second half to defeat Milledgeville 18-8 in their Illinois 8-Man Football Association state semifinal at The Harbor.
Amboy takes control in second half to top Milledgeville in I8FA semifinal
In a defensive slobberknocker Saturday, Amboy’s offense found the gear it needed in the second half to defeat Milledgeville 18-8 in their Illinois 8-Man Football Association state semifinal at The Harbor.
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November 16, 2025 at 1:16 AM
In a defensive slobberknocker Saturday, Amboy’s offense found the gear it needed in the second half to defeat Milledgeville 18-8 in their Illinois 8-Man Football Association state semifinal at The Harbor.
Milledgeville travels to Amboy to take on the Clippers for a shot at the 8-man state finals. Amboy took the win 18-6.
Photos: Amboy vs. Milledgeville 8-man football semifinal
Milledgeville travels to Amboy to take on the Clippers for a shot at the 8-man state finals. Amboy took the win 18-6.
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November 15, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Milledgeville travels to Amboy to take on the Clippers for a shot at the 8-man state finals. Amboy took the win 18-6.
For the third year in a row, the PAWAC International Scholastic Bowl has crowned a new champion – the Dukes of Dixon High School.
Dixon High wins PAWAC scholastic tourney at Bradley
For the third year in a row, the PAWAC International Scholastic Bowl has crowned a new champion – the Dukes of Dixon High School.
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November 15, 2025 at 11:10 PM
For the third year in a row, the PAWAC International Scholastic Bowl has crowned a new champion – the Dukes of Dixon High School.
The Illinois Housing Development Authority and Economic Growth Corporation on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025, celebrated the grand opening of Shimer Square, marking a major milestone in the multi-phase redevelopment of the historic Shimer College campus.
State, local leaders celebrate grand opening of Mount Carroll’s Shimer Square
The Illinois Housing Development Authority and Economic Growth Corporation on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025, celebrated the grand opening of Shimer Square, marking a major milestone in the multi-phase redevelopment of the historic Shimer College campus.
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November 15, 2025 at 6:12 PM
The Illinois Housing Development Authority and Economic Growth Corporation on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025, celebrated the grand opening of Shimer Square, marking a major milestone in the multi-phase redevelopment of the historic Shimer College campus.
The Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society presented a $1,000 check Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, to the city of Dixon to fund restorations to the Oakwood Cemetery Mausoleum.
Lee County Historical Society donates $1,000 for Dixon’s Oakwood Cemetery Mausoleum restorations
The Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society presented a $1,000 check Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, to the city of Dixon to fund restorations to the Oakwood Cemetery Mausoleum.
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November 15, 2025 at 6:02 PM
The Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society presented a $1,000 check Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, to the city of Dixon to fund restorations to the Oakwood Cemetery Mausoleum.
Jungbunzlauer, a global leader in sustainable, high-quality ingredients from natural sources, has announced its successful acquisition of International Flavors & Fragrances’ multipurpose production site in Thomson.
Jungbunzlauer announces acquisition of Thomson facility for major U.S. expansion
Jungbunzlauer, a global leader in sustainable, high-quality ingredients from natural sources, has announced its successful acquisition of International Flavors & Fragrances’ multipurpose production site in Thomson.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Jungbunzlauer, a global leader in sustainable, high-quality ingredients from natural sources, has announced its successful acquisition of International Flavors & Fragrances’ multipurpose production site in Thomson.
Here's a list of Lee, Whiteside and Ogle county property transfers for Nov. 3-7, 2025.
Lee, Whiteside and Ogle county property transfers for Nov. 3-7, 2025
Here's a list of Lee, Whiteside and Ogle county property transfers for Nov. 3-7, 2025.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Here's a list of Lee, Whiteside and Ogle county property transfers for Nov. 3-7, 2025.
Dixon's Landon Knigge was named all-state by the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association after a record-breaking senior season. Newman, EPC, Forreston, Amboy, Milledgeville, Polo and West Carroll also had all-state selections from the area.
Dixon’s Landon Knigge leads Sauk Valley all-state selections
Dixon's Landon Knigge was named all-state by the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association after a record-breaking senior season. Newman, EPC, Forreston, Amboy, Milledgeville, Polo and West Carroll also had all-state selections from the area.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:23 AM
Dixon's Landon Knigge was named all-state by the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association after a record-breaking senior season. Newman, EPC, Forreston, Amboy, Milledgeville, Polo and West Carroll also had all-state selections from the area.
The Riverdale Rams will play for third place in the 2A Illinois High School Association's state volleyball finals on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 after falling to the Central Catholic Saints in two sets, 25-16, 25-18, in the semifinals in Normal, Illinois on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025.
Photos: Riverdale falls to Central Catholic in 2A state volleyball semifinals
The Riverdale Rams will play for third place in the 2A Illinois High School Association's state volleyball finals on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 after falling to the Central Catholic Saints in two sets, 25-16, 25-18, in the semifinals in Normal, Illinois on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025.
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November 15, 2025 at 2:27 AM
The Riverdale Rams will play for third place in the 2A Illinois High School Association's state volleyball finals on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 after falling to the Central Catholic Saints in two sets, 25-16, 25-18, in the semifinals in Normal, Illinois on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025.
A Whiteside County jury has awarded $31.5 million to the widow and two young daughters of a Sterling firefighter killed in the line of duty four years ago
Sterling firefighter’s widow awarded $31.5M; jury says Rock Falls fire officials’ actions contributed to death
A Whiteside County jury has awarded $31.5 million to the widow and two young daughters of a Sterling firefighter killed in the line of duty four years ago
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November 15, 2025 at 12:06 AM
A Whiteside County jury has awarded $31.5 million to the widow and two young daughters of a Sterling firefighter killed in the line of duty four years ago
Kenna Wubbena, Kailee Williams and Maggie Richetta were all-region selections for the Sauk Valley Skyhawks.
Three Sauk Valley Skyhawks earn all-region
Kenna Wubbena, Kailee Williams and Maggie Richetta were all-region selections for the Sauk Valley Skyhawks.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Kenna Wubbena, Kailee Williams and Maggie Richetta were all-region selections for the Sauk Valley Skyhawks.
Sterling boys bowling fell to Rochelle 3,269-3,014 in Thursday's Sauk Valley sports roundup.
Sterling boys bowling falls to Rochelle: Thursday’s Sauk Valley roundup
Sterling boys bowling fell to Rochelle 3,269-3,014 in Thursday's Sauk Valley sports roundup.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Sterling boys bowling fell to Rochelle 3,269-3,014 in Thursday's Sauk Valley sports roundup.
A Sterling man was arrested Wednesday in connection with an Oct. 30 death threat made against a Whiteside County 14th Circuit Court judge
Sterling man arrested in connection with Oct. 30 death threat against Whiteside County judge
A Sterling man was arrested Wednesday in connection with an Oct. 30 death threat made against a Whiteside County 14th Circuit Court judge
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November 14, 2025 at 10:00 PM
A Sterling man was arrested Wednesday in connection with an Oct. 30 death threat made against a Whiteside County 14th Circuit Court judge
OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center, located at 403 E. First St. in Dixon, is joining the national effort to raise awareness about lung cancer during Lung Cancer Awareness Month this November.
Lung Cancer Awareness Month: OSF HealthCare urges high-risk patients to get screened
OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center, located at 403 E. First St. in Dixon, is joining the national effort to raise awareness about lung cancer during Lung Cancer Awareness Month this November.
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November 14, 2025 at 6:12 PM
OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center, located at 403 E. First St. in Dixon, is joining the national effort to raise awareness about lung cancer during Lung Cancer Awareness Month this November.
A Rock Falls public school was ranked in the top 10% of all Illinois schools by the state board of education's 2025 report card data.
Rock Falls’ East Coloma-Nelson school ranked in top 10% of all Illinois schools in 2025
A Rock Falls public school was ranked in the top 10% of all Illinois schools by the state board of education's 2025 report card data.
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November 14, 2025 at 6:02 PM
A Rock Falls public school was ranked in the top 10% of all Illinois schools by the state board of education's 2025 report card data.
Ashton's Kaiden Gomez won a national chess tournament for youth players ranked 1700 and above in Omaha.
Ashton’s Gomez sees chess success, won national tournament in October
Ashton's Kaiden Gomez won a national chess tournament for youth players ranked 1700 and above in Omaha.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Ashton's Kaiden Gomez won a national chess tournament for youth players ranked 1700 and above in Omaha.
Brandon Clark spoke with Katie Baker, Lee County’s 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator, on Talk Line. They discussed local 4-H programs, community projects, and upcoming opportunities for kids.
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk Line with Brandon Clark interviews Katie Baker on upcoming local 4-H programs
Brandon Clark spoke with Katie Baker, Lee County’s 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator, on Talk Line. They discussed local 4-H programs, community projects, and upcoming opportunities for kids.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Brandon Clark spoke with Katie Baker, Lee County’s 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator, on Talk Line. They discussed local 4-H programs, community projects, and upcoming opportunities for kids.
Unique trees and colorful table settings are once again on display for the annual Rock River Hospice and Home Festival of Trees.
Rock River Hospice and Home raising funds through annual Festival of Trees
Unique trees and colorful table settings are once again on display for the annual Rock River Hospice and Home Festival of Trees.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Unique trees and colorful table settings are once again on display for the annual Rock River Hospice and Home Festival of Trees.
A Whiteside County jury is on track to begin deliberating Friday to decide whether two Rock Falls fire officials’ actions at a 2021 fire contributed to a Sterling firefighter’s line-of-duty death
Defense rests in Sterling firefighter wrongful death trial; jury expected to begin deliberations Friday
A Whiteside County jury is on track to begin deliberating Friday to decide whether two Rock Falls fire officials’ actions at a 2021 fire contributed to a Sterling firefighter’s line-of-duty death
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November 14, 2025 at 12:41 AM
A Whiteside County jury is on track to begin deliberating Friday to decide whether two Rock Falls fire officials’ actions at a 2021 fire contributed to a Sterling firefighter’s line-of-duty death
The proposed 2025 property tax rate is 82.42 cents per $100 of equalized assessed value, an increase from the 2024 rate of 79.46 cents.
Lee County Board will vote on proposed budget, property tax levy Nov. 20
The proposed 2025 property tax rate is 82.42 cents per $100 of equalized assessed value, an increase from the 2024 rate of 79.46 cents.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:06 AM
The proposed 2025 property tax rate is 82.42 cents per $100 of equalized assessed value, an increase from the 2024 rate of 79.46 cents.
A Sterling man was arrested on multiple weapons charges on Tuesday in connection with an Oct. 30 shooting that injured a resident in that city
Sterling man arrested in connection with Oct. 30 Sterling shooting where a resident was shot
A Sterling man was arrested on multiple weapons charges on Tuesday in connection with an Oct. 30 shooting that injured a resident in that city
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November 13, 2025 at 8:48 PM
A Sterling man was arrested on multiple weapons charges on Tuesday in connection with an Oct. 30 shooting that injured a resident in that city
‘Seussical Jr.’ will be performed at 7 p.m. Nov. 14 and 15 and at 2 p.m. Nov. 16 at Centennial Auditorium at Sterling High School, 1608 Fourth Ave., Sterling.
Penguin Project’s ‘Seussical Jr.’ performances set for Nov. 14-16 in Sterling
‘Seussical Jr.’ will be performed at 7 p.m. Nov. 14 and 15 and at 2 p.m. Nov. 16 at Centennial Auditorium at Sterling High School, 1608 Fourth Ave., Sterling.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:11 PM
‘Seussical Jr.’ will be performed at 7 p.m. Nov. 14 and 15 and at 2 p.m. Nov. 16 at Centennial Auditorium at Sterling High School, 1608 Fourth Ave., Sterling.