Obituary-Ronald J. Timmons
Ronald J. Timmons, 80, died Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
Obituary-LuRe K. Lalley
LuRe K. Lalley, age 78, of Lyndon, died Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Allure of Prophetstown.
Along the Rock: The Guernsey Girls – The Tragic 1957 Story That Gripped Dixon and Brought a Community Together
On this episode of Along the Rock, host Nathan Stahr welcomed local historian Tom Wadsworth to share one of the most heartbreaking stories in Sauk Valley history—the 1957 tragedy of the Guernsey girls, an event that captivated the nation and demonstrated the strength of a community united in grief.
Good Growing: Getting Started with Cover Crops in the Garden
Cover crops have been used for thousands of years and have seen a resurgence in recent years.
Lanes Reopening for Labor Day Holiday Travel
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that lanes that have been closed for construction will reopen, where possible, for the Labor Day weekend to minimize travel disruption.
Illinois State Police Troop 1 Announces Monthly Activity for August
STERLING – Illinois State Police Troop 1 Captain Ken Benson has announced enforcement figures and activity for August.
Sheriff John Booker: State of Illinois – It Is Time to Address These Public Safety Concerns
As Sheriff of Whiteside County, I believe it is time for the State of Illinois to take another serious look at our pretrial release laws and make changes where experience has shown they are needed.