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City of Dixon City Council met Monday, Oct. 21

City of Rock Falls Ordinance/License/Personnel/Safety Committee met Oct. 24

City of Rock Falls Ordinance/License/Personnel/Safety Committee met Thursday, Oct. 24

City of Rock Falls Police/Fire Committee met Oct. 17

City of Rock Falls Police/Fire Committee met Thursday, Oct. 17

City of Rock Falls City Council met Sept. 17

City of Rock Falls City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 17

Illinois offers free chronic wasting disease testing for deer hunters

By NW Illinois News | Oct 23, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has issued a reminder to deer hunters about the availability of free testing for chronic wasting disease (CWD). This announcement includes information on the disease and locations where hunters can have their deer tested at no cost.

Rep. Brad Fritts expresses condolences to ‘the family, friends, and fellow Troopers of Illinois State Police Trooper Corey Thompsen'

State Representative Bradley Fritts expressed his condolences to the family, friends, and coworkers of Illinois State Police (ISP) Trooper Corey Thompsen. "My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and fellow Troopers of Illinois State Police Trooper Corey Thompsen," he said.

Cities in Carroll County recorded unchanged number of lawyers practicing law in September

There was no change in the number of active legal licenses in cities within Carroll County in September compared to the previous month.

Lee County taxpayers give $72,126 in County Sales Tax in July

In July, Lee County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Ogle County in week ending Oct. 12?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Ogle County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

There were 18 Asian students enrolled in Lee County districts in 2022-23 school year

Lee County districts had 18 Asian students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Carroll County in week ending Oct. 12?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Carroll County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

IDOT completes major road reconstruction in Galena

Today, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), along with House Minority Leader Tony McCombie and other local officials, announced the completion of the reconstruction project on U.S. 20/Illinois 84 (Spring Street) in Galena. The project took place over three construction seasons and involved modernizing a key section between Main Street and Gear Street.

Medicare enrollment period opens; workshops offered for seniors

The Illinois Department on Aging is urging Medicare recipients to evaluate their current plans during the Open Enrollment Period, which runs from October 15 to December 7. The department highlights the importance of ensuring that plans still align with individuals' needs and budgets.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Ogle County in week ending Oct. 12?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Ogle County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Whiteside County home prices rose in September 2024 compared to September 2023

In September, the median sale price of a home in Whiteside County rose by $4,350 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 15.5%.

There were 12 Asian students enrolled in Jo Daviess County districts in 2022-23 school year

Jo Daviess County districts had 12 Asian students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Lee County in week ending Oct. 12

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Lee County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

How many companies in cities in Stephenson County received FDA inspections in Q3?

There was one company in a city associated with Stephenson County that received an FDA inspection in the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Household hazardous waste collection drive set for October 26

State Representative Bradley J. Fritts has announced a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Drive in collaboration with House Minority Leader Tony McCombie, Sauk Valley Community College, and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 26th from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon. "I encourage residents to come out and utilize this free service that will make our community safer!" said Rep. Fritts.

Home valuation prices decreased in Carroll County in August 2024, compared to August 2023