Whiteside County property transfers for June 8-12, 2026

Amboy’s Pratt, retiring state FFA president, gives farewell address: ‘Don’t let comparison hold you back’

Natalie Pratt, the 2025-26 Illinois FFA state president, closed the book on her year serving in that post with an emotional farewell address at the 98th Illinois FFA Convention, held in Springfield from June 9-11.

Lee County Fair hosting scavenger hunt to award prize package

The prize package consists of four Best of Show passes good for Lee County Fair gate and grandstand admission on one day of your choice and four vouchers to one of the fair’s food vendors.

Five Sauk Valley area players named All-State by Illinois High School Baseball Coaches Association

The Illinois High School Baseball Coaches Association released its All-State teams on Tuesday and five area players were selected.

Youths invited to earn food safety certification through ServSafe training July 15-16 at SVCC

Local youths interested in food service or culinary careers are invited to an upcoming ServSafe Food Manager Certification training hosted by University of Illinois Extension 4-H.

Sterling council to review residents’ concerns about Flock cameras prior to renewing contract

The Sterling City Council has decided to review the city’s use of Flock Safety cameras to decide whether the city should look to another company to provide automated license plate readers.