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Along the Rock: S3 Ep 202-Rambling Days: Explore Dixon’s Hidden Natural Beauty by Car!

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Along the Rock: S3 Ep 201-PawPack Pride: Helping Pets and Families in Need

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Along the Rock: S3 Ep 200-Hops on the Rock: 100+ Craft Beers, Local Brewers & Fall Fun in Sterling!

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Lee County 4-H to Host 2026 Experience Awards and Volunteer Recognition Program

Lee County 4-H is proud to announce its 2026 Experience Awards & Volunteer Recognition Program to be held on Thursday, November 12, at 6 PM.
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Petitions Available for 2027 Rock Falls Consolidated Election

The City of Rock Falls has announced that petitions will be available beginning Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, for the Consolidated Election to be held April 6, 2027.
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Rock Falls Tourism Announces Annual Halloween House Decorating Contest

Rock Falls Tourism is inviting residents throughout Rock Falls to embrace the Halloween spirit and transform their homes into spooky neighborhood attractions as part of the annual Halloween House Decorating Contest.
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Whiteside County’s Gary Camarano Named Economic Development Director of the Year 2026 by Gov Business Review

The Northwest Illinois Region is celebrating a major professional achievement as Gary Camarano, Economic Development Director for Whiteside County and Executive Director of the Northwest Illinois Film Office, has been named Economic Development Director of the Year 2026 by Government Business Review.
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This Week in the Sauk Valley: October 1-7, 2026

Here’s a roundup of local and regional events for the upcoming week:
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Kemp Commends Sterling for Ending Flock Camera Program, Calls for Statewide Action

Nolan Kemp, Democratic candidate for Illinois House District 74, today commended Mayor Diana Merdian, the Sterling City Council, Police Chief Edward “Pat” Bartel, and the Sterling residents who raised concerns about automated license plate readers following the city’s decision to terminate its agreement with Flock Safety and deactivate its cameras.
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Obituaries

Obituary-Susan L. Tyne

She was born on May 23, 1950, in Sterling, the daughter of Filumeno “Philip” and Pearl (Hussung) Bellini.
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Obituary-David W. Simpson

David Simpson passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on November 6, 1964, in Evanston, IL, to William and Joan (Tunk) Simpson, David brought joy, warmth, and love to everyone fortunate enough to know him.
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Obituary-Sylvia Smoot

Sylvia Smoot, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at The Citadel of Sterling.
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Obituary-Janice R. Hunter 

Janice Rae Hunter, 71, passed away on September 9, 2026, in her home in Prophetstown.
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