• October 28, 2026
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Along the Rock: S3 Ep 223-Dixon Police Casino Night: A Fun Fundraiser Giving Back to the Community

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Along the Rock: S3 Ep 222-Meet Local Authors at Sterling Public Library’s Annual Author Fair

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Along the Rock: S3 Ep 221-Sauk Valley Foodbank Celebrates 25 Years With Food for Thought Trivia Night Fundraiser

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Awards Presented for Moments in Monochrome Art Exhibit

Awards were presented for the Moments in Monochrome Art Exhibit at the opening reception at the Coliseum Museum in downtown Oregon, IL on Friday, October 9.
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This Week in the Sauk Valley: October 29-November 4, 2026

Here’s a roundup of local and regional events for the upcoming week:
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Rep. Fritts Hosts Winter Clothing Drive

State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) and Regional Office of Education #47 are co-hosting an upcoming winter clothing drive for local students and families in need.
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Obituary-Helen L. Hoyle

Helen L. Hoyle, age 91, of Dixon, died Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, surrounded by family at Serenity Hospice and Home in Oregon.
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Kick off the Holiday Season with ‘The Nutcracker Ballet’

Woodlawn Arts Academy invites the community to kick off the 2026 holiday season with three live performances of “The Nutcracker Ballet.”
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Rock Falls Announces Road Closures and Parking Restrictions for Biz Boo! Trick or Treat

On Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, the Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce will host Biz Boo! Trick or Treat! in the municipal parking lot located on the northeast corner of Fourth Avenue and West Second Street from 4 to 6 p.m. The lot will be closed for parking during this time.
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Obituaries

Obituary-Charles Edward Renner

With hearts shattered and words that still feel impossible to find, the family shares that Charles “Chuck” Renner, a man loved beyond measure, passed away unexpectedly early Friday morning on October 23rd.
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Obituary-Laura B. Gatz

Laura B. Gatz, age 66, of Milledgeville, Illinois, passed away at her home on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
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Obituary-Vella Louise Simpson

Vella Louise Simpson, 92, passed away after a short illness on Friday, October 23, 2026, at Serenity Hospice & Home in Oregon, IL.
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Obituary-Lorenzo Avelar 

Lorenzo “Sonny” Avelar, 76, of Sterling, died Friday, Oct. 23, 2026.
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