From 2-3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, the group will have coffee, snacks and a still life for you to sketch.

Dixon Police Deputy Chief Douglas Lehman has retired after three decades in law enforcement, the department announced Friday.

1st Gateway Credit Union Foundation celebrated another successful Credit Union Kicks shoe drop Jan. 27, delivering a brand-new pair of shoes and socks to every student at Fulton Elementary School.

Stop by the Erie Public Library through Feb. 14 to take advantage of the DIY Valentine station.

The event begins at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, in the Windmill Cultural Center at 111 10th Ave. in Fulton. Those attending will hear the thoughts of these new owners/operators on how to build a business amid today’s economic atmosphere.

Riverdale High School announces its academic excellence, high honor roll and honor roll for the first semester.

A Lee County judge will visit St. Anne Catholic School in Dixon on Feb. 12 as part of a statewide program aimed at boosting early literacy.

In addition to their regular studies and activities, Christ Lutheran School's students this week participated in each day’s theme by dressing up and working collectively on various activities.

Here's a list of Lee, Whiteside and Ogle county property transfers for Jan. 19-23, 2026.

Dixon wrestling won a regional title as five wrestlers won their bracket. Other local wrestlers advanced to the sectional round, Dixon and Rock Falls boys basketball won, Sterling's Sarah Doughty won the Dixon bowling invite and more in Saturday's Sauk Valley Roundup.