Government & Politics

June 6, 2026

Kitzman’s Farm Sanctuary Makes Plea for More Land

Tracy Kitzman picked up a legless chicken she plans to feed and house for the rest of its life and showed it to local officials during a recent tour of Kitzman’s Farm Sanctuary on North Brinton Avenue in Dixon. The legless bird is one of about 100 farm animals kept at the sanctuary that started in 2015.

June 4, 2026

Rep. Fritts Hosts Shred Event

State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) is hosting an upcoming shred event on Saturday, June 13th, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

June 2, 2026

Rep. Fritts Responds to Passage of FY27 Budget

In response to the passage of the FY27 budget in the Illinois General Assembly, State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) released the following statement:

May 31, 2026

Rock Falls City Council to Consider FY2027 Budget, Equipment Purchases at June 2 Meeting

The Rock Falls City Council will meet Tuesday, June 2, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 603 W. 10th St.

May 31, 2026

Dixon Chamber to Host Legislative Luncheon Featuring State Rep. BradFritts and State Sen. Li Arellano

Dixon Chamber of Commerce & Main Street invites business leaders, community members, and area residents to attend its upcoming Legislative Luncheon on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Post House Ballroom, 100 W. Second St. in Dixon.

May 27, 2026

State Rep. Ryan Spain responds to Governor Pritzker’s Gas Price Relief Comments

State Representative Ryan Spain (R-73rd District) commented on Governor JB Pritzker’s recent remarks regarding possible gas price relief for Illinois taxpayers.

May 19, 2026

Twin City Conservatives to Host May Open Forum Meeting in Rock Falls

Twin City Conservatives will hold its monthly meeting on Saturday, May 23, at 8:30 a.m. at A's Kitchen.

May 15, 2026

Arellano Encourages Students to Participate in Summer Reading Program

State Senator Li Arellano Jr (R-Dixon) is encouraging students across the 37th District to stay engaged this summer by participating in his annual Summer Reading Program.

May 7, 2026

Rep. Fritts Seeks Nominations for 2026 Educator of the Year Award

State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) is seeking nominations for his 2026 Educator of the Year Award.

May 3, 2026

Rep. Fritts Hosts Sharps and Rx Drop-Off Drive on May 14th

State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) is hosting an upcoming drop-off drive to collect residential sharps and prescription medications, alongside the Lee County Health Department, Lee County Sheriff’s Office, Dixon Police Department, and Dixon Township.