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October 7, 2026

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

October 6, 2026

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

October 5, 2026

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

October 5, 2026

Cash and Coffee – The Power of Volunteering: How Giving Back Can Pay Dividends

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October 7, 2026

This Week in the Sauk Valley: October 8-14, 2026

Here’s a roundup of local and regional events for the upcoming week:

October 6, 2026

Lee County Sheriff’s Office Makes Two Arrests Following Methamphetamine Investigation

On the evening of October 3rd, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant in the 100 block of W. Provost Street in Amboy with assistance from the Amboy Police Department.

October 6, 2026

Sterling Police Department to Host Annual Trunk or Treat Event

The Sterling Police Department will host its annual Trunk or Treat Community Event from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at the Twin Cities Farmers Market pavilion, 106 Avenue A.

October 5, 2026

Third Annual Veterans Day Dinner Set for Nov. 7 in Rock Falls

The third annual Veterans Day Dinner will be held Saturday, Nov. 7, at Mexicali Rose Banquet Hall, 1409 Eighth Ave., Rock Falls. Doors will open at 5 p.m.

October 4, 2026

Rendezvous Arts Launches Season 7 With Expanded Ensemble and World Premiere

Rendezvous Arts kicks off Season 7 with its biggest ensemble yet. Eleven musicians bring Dvořák’s beloved Serenade, Jonathan Dove’s playful Figures in the Garden, and the world premiere of Scott Stevenson’s nice, fresh to life.