NW Illinois News

Official notice has been made that the water tower and the pumping system is back in full operation, and the conservation notice is no longer in effect. Enjoy the pressure again, as well as the shiny new paint job on the tower!

BYRON FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT: Burn N’ Bush live on the Patio

Join us for live music on the Patio, featuring Burn N Bush!

CITY OF DIXON: “Dixon Fire Department to Join Safe Passage Efforts: Department Begins Narcan “Leave Behind” Programs.”

The Dixon Fire Department is joining forces with the Safe Passage Initiative to combat drug overdose and opioid related deaths.

BERTOLET MEMORIAL LIBRARY DISTRICT: 4th Annual Splash Bash August 8

Come prepared to get wet and have fun at the 4th Annual Splash Bash.

AMERICAN LEGION: 2019 American Legion Baseball Regional Qualifiers Announced

From a field of over 3,500 teams, the final 64 American Legion Baseball teams have been announced.

John W. Sligar purchases 205 W. Avon St., Forreston

On Aug. 5, 2019, John W. Sligar purchased a home at 205 W. Avon St., Forreston from Gary D Buss for $57,000.

Lonnie E. Christians acquires 409 E Hill St., Mount Morris

The home at 409 E Hill St., Mount Morris was sold on Aug. 5, 2019 by Lonnie E. Christians for $95,000. The buyer was Thomas M. Fehrenbach.

Matthew L. Gaul acquires 307 S. McKendrie St., Mount Morris

On Aug. 5, 2019, Matthew L. Gaul sold their home at 307 S. McKendrie St., Mount Morris to Andrea C Ludwig for $122,000.

Robert Eaton sells 762 N. Seven Hickory Road, Byron

The home at 762 N. Seven Hickory Road, Byron was sold on Aug. 5, 2019 by Robert Eaton for $150,000. The buyer was Jilliana M Paul.

David D. Tess (trustee) sells 916 N. Eighth St., Rochelle

On Aug. 5, 2019, David D. Tess (trustee) sold their home at 916 N. Eighth St., Rochelle to Nichole Phillips for $73,500.

Wilkin (trust) buys 523 Mill Ridge Drive, Byron

On Aug. 5, 2019, Wilkin (trust) purchased a home at 523 Mill Ridge Drive, Byron from Thomas M. Wienke for $123,000.

Miller (trust) acquires 1105 Illinois St., Davis Junction

The home at 1105 Illinois St., Davis Junction was sold on Aug. 5, 2019 by Don Smith for $165,000. The buyer was Miller (trust).

Q1 2019 Recap: Parolees in Stephenson County convicted of financial crimes or fraud

There were four offenders convicted of financial crimes or fraud released on parole in Stephenson County during the first quarter of 2019, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the NW Illinois News.

Steven G. and Irma Rains buy 725 Hampton Drive, Byron

On Aug. 5, 2019, Steven G. and Irma Rains purchased a home at 725 Hampton Drive, Byron from Thomas Smith for $202,000.

Q1 2019 Recap: Parolees near Illinois zip code 61285 convicted of crimes against the government

There was an offender convicted of a crime against the government released on parole near Illinois zip code 61285 during the first quarter, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the NW Illinois News.

2018 Recap: Parolees in Lanark convicted of drug crimes

There was an offender convicted of a crime involving drugs released on parole in Lanark during 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the NW Illinois News.

Yvonne Jaquet and Alan Dummer acquire 122 W. Merchant St., Byron

On Aug. 5, 2019, Wayne E. Jaquet (trustee) sold their home at 122 W. Merchant St., Byron to Yvonne Jaquet and Alan Dummer for $95,000.

2018 Recap: Parolees near Illinois zip code 61046 convicted of drug crimes

There was an offender convicted of a crime involving drugs released on parole near Illinois zip code 61046 during 2018, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the NW Illinois News.

Christopher S. Harley acquire 1176 Clifton Terrace, Rochelle