Sterling's Rosie Cantu hit two home runs in an 8-5 softball win at Rock Island. Eastland's Keara Kaus had two home runs, Zoey Silva pitched a one-hitter, Brady Anderson won four races, Newman's Garret Matznick pitched a one-hitter and more in Friday's Sauk Valley roundup.

Sauk Valley Community College has announced two promotions to fill the vice president of academics and vice president of student services positions.

In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, the Volunteer Millers of de Immigrant Dutch Windmill will host folk singer Bucky Halker on Tuesday, May 12.

The drive will take place from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, May 14, at the Dixon Township Building.

Dixon is inviting residents and community members to take part in a unique opportunity to help shape local history by submitting name suggestions for the city’s new pedestrian bridge, currently under construction as part of Project ROCK.

On May 4, 1873 – 153 years ago this weekend – a large crowd gathered on Dixon’s Truesdell Bridge to watch a baptism. Among them was 3 1/2-year-old Gertie. She would be the littlest survivor of that terrible day.

This year, the Lee County Courts want to highlight juror appreciation as a central theme, acknowledging the time, attention, and public service that jurors contribute.

Madisyn Eikenberry led Rock Falls with five RBIs in an 18-3 win. Morrison softball beat Eastland 15-5, Newman softball won, Fulton's Braedon Meyers pitched a one-hitter, Dixon baseball won and more in Thursday's Sauk Valley roundup.

The Newman baseball team faced an early deficit again against Mendota, but the Comets took advantage of walks while Michael Morse and Liam Nicklaus threw strikes. Newman won 9-2 in five innings due to rainy conditions.

Sauk Valley Community College’s board approved a new strategic plan Monday that positions the college as a regional workforce hub while doubling down on student-centered support and community engagement through 2030.