The Radar Free Press

October 16, 2026

The Dixon Historic Theatre Announces Fundraiser to Pay for Boiler Repair

The Dixon Historic Theatre is seeking community support to cover $28,000 in repairs to its aging boiler system.

October 13, 2026

Don’t Trash Pumpkins After Halloween; Smash Them

Whether picking out pumpkins from a field or carving fun faces into them with friends, pumpkins show everyone it’s the fall season. What happens when it’s time to say goodbye as they melt on the porch?

October 13, 2026

Obituary-Peter Wentworth-Sheilds

Peter Wentworth-Sheilds, age 91, of Ohio, IL, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, at his home.

October 11, 2026

OSF Saint Katharine Center for Health Celebrates One Year in Sterling

OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Center for Health in Sterling is celebrating its first anniversary in October, marking a year of significant growth in providers, specialty services, and access to care for residents throughout Sterling, Rock Falls, and the surrounding communities.

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:

September 21, 2026

Morrison Community Hospital Foundation Announces $100,000 Donation to Morrison Community Hospital

The Morrison Community Hospital Foundation is proud to announce a $100,000 donation to Morrison Community Hospital, made possible through the generosity and continued support of employees, community members, patients, friends of the hospital, annual gala supporters, sponsors, and donors.

September 15, 2026

Taco Throwdown Festival Returns to Rock Falls Sept. 25

Rock Falls Tourism is bringing tacos and wrestling together for an exciting evening of food, entertainment and family fun at the Taco Throwdown Festival on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, at the RB&W District.

September 10, 2026

Next Honor Flight to Honor Women Veterans

On Sept 22nd the 67th Honor Flight will leave the Quad Cities International Airport with over 80 veterans on their way to Washington, D. C., to see the memorials built in their honor.

September 9, 2026

Homeless shelter requests community input at town-hall style meeting

More than 75 people attended a town-hall style meeting at Sterling Township's Elevate Youth Center on Wednesday night to learn more about the recent temporary closure of Twin Cities PADS. Those in attendance included local government, nonprofit and church leaders.

September 4, 2026

Whiteside County Fair Results: Demolition Derby

Gavin Hooper of Sterling took first place in the Prostock Compact Division at the 155th Annual Whiteside County Fair's Demolition Derby on Saturday, August 22nd.