The TALK-LINE interview for April 14 featured Christopher Solorzano and Payton Lenox from the Ogle County Health Department Environmental Health area discussing temporary food events and the health department’s safety measures, along with requirements during special events throughout the year and an explanation on what areas environmental health covers.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 11 featured the Chairperson of the 2025 Relay For Life event, Betty Clementz, discussing this year’s activities on June 14 at Westwood in Sterling.

It is the 30th anniversary of Relay For Life locally and they are holding a special dinner for cancer survivors and their caregivers on May 8 at Wesley Methodist Church in Sterling and the deadline for that event is fast approaching plus involvement as a volunteer is encouraged.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 10 featured the Executive Director of the YWCA of the Sauk Valley, Rebecca Munoz-Ripley, discussing upcoming events including the “Women of Achievement” luncheon in Dixon April 17 and the Cinco De Mayo Wellness Festival May 9 in Sterling plus information on Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April and the services offered through the YWCA.

Shaw Local News Dixon Telegraph/Sterling Gazette Managing Editor Charlene Bielema discusses area news stories on the “Project ROCK” walking bridge construction project, Sterling riverfront improvements, criminal court cases, a new business opening at the Northland Mall and an investigation into area health facilities including the Dixon Mabley Center.

Hope Cancer Wellness Center Executive Director Joan Padilla discusses regular monthly sessions for cancer patients and their caregivers on yoga, acupuncture and support offered free of charge.

Special events include a therapeutic “Hope & Care” seminar April 22, “Walking Wednesdays” in May and a pickleball fundraiser June 14.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 8 featured the Administrative Manager of Kreider Services of Dixon, Sue Ely, discussing a recent “Spring Dance” held for Kreider clients across their Northern Illinois coverage area.

Also discussed: upcoming Kreider activities including their Kreider Gala on May 2, the Florissa Center 5K run/walk and kids fun run on June 14 and the annual “Meaningful Day of Golf” fundraiser on July 10, plus a word about the Kreider Alliance membership opportunity and scholarships from Kreider.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 7 featured Sauk Valley Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Dallas Knack discussing upcoming chamber events including a Keystone Young Business speed networking seminar April 16, a Professional Women’s Networking gathering April 30, the 59th annual Sauk Valley Chamber golf outing June 13 and upcoming scholarship presentations in May.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 4 featured Dixon Park District Executive Director Duane Long discussing the progress in Page Park on the “Project Rock” walking bridge construction and where it currently. Other topics discussed: the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt on April 12, the opening of the Farmer’s Market at Haymarket Square in May, some events on the park district calendar and the new Director at the Lowell Park Edwards Nature Center.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 3 featured Financial Assistance Director at Sauk Valley Community College, Jenn Schultz, discussing the 2025/2026 FAFSA Federal Aid program and the SVCC FAFSA walk-in completion workshop on April 24 from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., registration for summer and fall classes on-line and in-person this month, job opportunities available, SVCC commencement on May 9 and IMPACT registration underway through September.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 2 featured the Managing Editor of the Dixon Telegraph/Sterling Gazette, Charlene Bielema and reporter Brandon Clark from Shaw Local News discussing the recent consolidated election results, news from Sterling schools on their new superintendent, a local church anniversary and court cases.