The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has advised the City of Dixon of its approval to expend up to $2,927,424 to conduct a time-critical removal action at the former Dixon Iron & Metal Company (DIMCO) site located at 78 Monroe Avenue, Dixon, Illinois (Site).

5 quick facts about The American Legion’s national convention, which takes place in Indianapolis, Aug. 22 to 29

Take a guided vehicle tour of the expanded boundaries of the Bald Hill Prairie Preserve to see the new acreage of the Byron Forest Preserve District's most popular preserves.

Jessie joins us each month with a new technique and helpful hints.

We're having another long, hot summer. And when the heat is on, the dog days can be miserable for everyone. But for many older adults, the late-summer swelter is more than uncomfortable: It can be downright dangerous.

Despite the often contentious politics in the state capitol, Illinois state Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) was glad to see they could come together to pass laws addressing roadway safety.

Join us for a BAH on the beautiful patio of the Byron Forest Preserve.

Save the date! We are pleased to share that this year's Annual Dinner will be held at Etnyre & Co's beautiful, newly remodeled, air conditioned: training facility!

On Wednesday, August 14, 2019, from 5:00-7:00 pm, the public is invited to participate in a workshop at the Park District Administration Center at 1122 S.

Parents, take note: Some forms of screen time may pose greater risks to your teen's mental health than others, a new study suggests.

Rep. Tony McCombie (R-Carroll) traveled to many events located across the 71st district to interact with the communities on a more personal level.

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has been made that the water tower and the pumping system is back in full operation, and the conservation notice is no longer in effect.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!

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

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

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

The Ogle County Republican Central Committee is hosting its 15th Annual Gov. Frank O. Lowden Dinner at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, at the Cedar Stone Banquet Hall in Polo. The general public is encouraged to attend.

The Sterling Police Department will partner with C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Survivors), as well as all members of our community, to remember the Officers that have lost their lives in the line of duty.

Just as tobacco smoke can hurt a nonsmoker's health, the secondhand effects of alcohol use—such as being harassed by someone who's had too much to drink or being injured by a drunk driver—often harm those other than the drinker, a new study finds.

Our beekeeping work shop is coming up in next moth.

The American Legion was joined by representatives from Philips North America and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to ring the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange in celebration of the Legion’s centennial birthday.