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Freeport Athletics shares varsity sports outcomes and highlights standout athlete

By A. G. Gregory | Sep 18, 2025

Freeport Athletics posted updates on recent high school varsity soccer and volleyball losses and celebrated Kaleah Hudson's notable flag football performance in tweets dated September 17 and 18, 2025.

Illinois Department of Corrections to release 1 inmate sentenced in Lee County during week ending Sept. 27

By B. F. Aragon | Sep 17, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Lee County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Sept. 27.

$606,333 in County School Facility Tax collected in July for Whiteside County

By B. M. Rodriguez | Sep 17, 2025

In July, Whiteside County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Freeport Athletics reports volleyball and soccer losses for high school teams

By D. I. Pruitt | Sep 17, 2025

Freeport Athletics shared updates on September 16, 2025 about recent defeats for Freeport High School's volleyball and soccer teams against Belvidere and Hononegah opponents.

McCombie marks Constitution Day with message on national values

By A. G. Gregory | Sep 17, 2025

Constitution and Citizenship Day, observed on September 17, commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787.

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Which ex-high school standouts featured in Northwest Illinois will compete on Saturday, Sept. 20?

By R. R. Burrell | Sep 17, 2025

On Saturday, Sept. 20, these former Northwest Illinois area high school standouts will be in action.

Stephenson County collects $152,001 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By B. M. Rodriguez | Sep 16, 2025

In July, Stephenson County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Stephenson County responsible for 47th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during July

By M. M. Winkler | Sep 16, 2025

Stephenson County residents paid $485,215 in sales taxes, the 47th highest total paid per county in July.

Senator Chesney calls for veteran tributes for Capitol Rotunda Veterans Day display

By A. G. Gregory | Sep 16, 2025

State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is encouraging families in the 45th Senate District to participate in a Veterans Day display at the Illinois Capitol Rotunda.

Freeport Athletics reports volleyball losses and tennis win for Freeport High School

By B. L. Murphy | Sep 16, 2025

Freeport Athletics shared updates on September 16, 2025 regarding girls' volleyball losses against Burlington Central and a tennis victory over Belvidere for Freeport High School teams.

Illinois state career fair comes to Dixon this week

By A. G. Gregory | Sep 16, 2025

The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) is organizing a series of State of Illinois Career Fairs throughout September.

City of Lanark City Council met Sept. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 16, 2025

City of Lanark City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 16.

City of Rock Falls City Council met Sept. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 16, 2025

City of Rock Falls City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 16.

Lee County collects $183,572 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in July

By B. M. Rodriguez | Sep 15, 2025

In July, Lee County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Freeport Athletics reports volleyball and flag football losses, golf win on September 15

By B. L. Murphy | Sep 15, 2025

Freeport Athletics shared results from three high school sports contests on September 15, including two close losses in volleyball and flag football and a narrow victory in boys varsity golf.

Freeport Athletics reports losses in soccer and win in tennis for September competitions

By B. L. Murphy | Sep 15, 2025

Freeport Athletics shared updates on recent high school sports events via social media posts dated September 13 and September 15, 2025.

Senator Chesney responds to national events; highlights local initiatives

By A. G. Gregory | Sep 15, 2025

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was killed last Wednesday during an outdoor event at Utah Valley University.

Ogle County ranks 65th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during July

By M. M. Winkler | Sep 15, 2025

Ogle County residents paid $252,749 in sales taxes, ranking 65th in total sales taxes paid per county in July.

City of Dixon Municipal Band Board will meet September 18

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Sep 15, 2025

City of Dixon Municipal Band Board will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, September 18

Illinois leaders reflect on former governor Jim Edgar’s legacy