Dixon Knights of Columbus breakfast is June 28

John Varga: The behind-the-scenes man who keeps the Reagan 5K running smoothly

Since the Reagan 5K began in 2000, John Varga has been one of the quiet forces to help keep the race supported, supplied, and on track.

Sauk Valley communities’ fireworks displays: here’s where and when to see them

Communities around the Sauk Valley are gearing up for fireworks shows to celebrate Independence Day and the nation’s 250th birthday.

Sublette to host antique truck show Saturday

The village of Sublette will host a "Drive Your Truck to Town Day" on Saturday, June 27.

4-day Spiritual Unity of the Tribes gathering begins June 25

The Native American-led gathering is meant to reunite all people through ceremony and sharing through speakers, talking stick circles, purification lodges, music and storytelling and other activities.

Dixon mobile home explosion sends 1 to hospital with ‘significant injuries’

An explosion at a manufactured home in a Dixon mobile home park sent one resident to the hospital early Monday morning and prompted an evacuation of the entire community due to elevated gas levels