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The TALK-LINE interview for June 6 featured the Administrative Manager of Kreider Services of Dixon, Sue Ely, discussing special events on the Kreider calendar including the Florissa Center 5-K run/walk fundraiser at Sauk Valley Community College on June 14. Other topics discussed: the “Meaningful Day Of Golf” outing July 10 at Lost Nation and how to become a Kreider Alliance member to support pro...

The TALK-LINE interview for June 5 featured the Director of Community Education and Alumni Engagement at Sauk Valley Community College, Brenda Helms. Helms discusses the upcoming SVCC 40th annual Child Fair this Saturday June 7 on campus, the annual “College For Kids” classes for 2025 starting June 23 running through August for youth age 8-14, an upcoming motorcoach trip into Chicago to see the mu...

The TALK-LINE interview for June 4 featured Shaw Local News representatives Charlene Bielema and Brandon Clark discussing the current stories being covered including the installation of the new Dixon Police Chief, plans for a new Sterling wastewater treatment plant and the city’s designation as a Rivers Edge community by the state. Also discussed: the passage of the state budget for this fiscal ye...

The Talk-Line interview for June 4 featured 2025 Reagan Run committee representative Grace Johnson discussing the upcoming event during the annual Petunia Festival. It is their 25th year for the 5K run/walk and registration is ahead of the pace from 2024. Plus a new course to be run due to construction in the Page Park area, and the 24th annual Reagan Fun Run all starting at the Ronald Reagan Boyh...

The TALK-LINE interview for June 3 featured Rock Falls Tourism Director Melinda Jones and Representative John Watts discussing upcoming events June into July. Those events include: the 4th annual “Bellson” Music Festival honoring Rock Falls native and legendary drummer Louie Bellson Saturday June 7, “Sick-The Magazine Block Party” June 19, the “Touch The Truck” exhibit June 28, The Independence Da...

The TALK-LINE interview for June 2 featured Dixon Chamber of Commerce and Dixon Main Street Director of Community Relations and Events, Jennifer Lang Lang discusses Chamber and Main Street events on the calendar including our recently-held “Summer Kickoff” concert this past weekend through River Country 101.7, this week’s Dixon City Market Wednesday and the start of “Fitness Fridays." Other topics...

The TALK-LINE interview for May 30 featured United Way of Lee and Ogle Counties Executive Director Ashley Richter. Richter previews the upcoming “Summer Eats” free lunch program offered every Wednesday from June 4 through the first week in August at area locations including county libraries, Dixon school locations and other sites for those that need “grab and go” lunches. Also discussed: a project...

The TALK-LINE interview for May 29 featured Dixon City Manager Dan Langloss presenting his annual “State of the City” look at various areas of the community. That includes the expansion of the South Dixon “Gateway Business District” and new businesses arriving shortly, work on housing expansion for the city, infrastructure work from both the state and city on roads, the “Project Rock” walking brid...

The Talk-Line interview for May 28 featured Shaw Local News representatives Charlene Bielema and Brandon Clark discussing important news happenings including things to do to start the summer of 2025, an “Unsung Hero” in Sterling, redevelopment of Sterling properties, area court cases and the upcoming Reagan Run during the 2025 Dixon Petunia Festival.

The Talk-Line interview for May 28 featured Reagan Mass Transit District Executive Director Greg Gates looking at some special events that Reagan Mass Transit has associated itself with. Those events include: the opening of the Dixon City Market today, the River Country  summer concert on May 31 in Dixon, the first annual “Fore! Wheels Golf Outing June 19 and the start of service to rural Winnebag...

The TALK-LINE interview for May 27 featured the Marketing and Development Director at the Sterling/Rock Falls Family YMCA, Ellie Hanlon. Hanlon talks about about her move to the “Y” along with a look at programs including some sports-based areas, summer day camp, a 5K event in Rock Falls in June, youth basketball programs, summer swim lessons, adult programs, fundraising, membership and Camp Benso...

The TALK-LINE interview for May 22 featured Sinnissippi Centers of Dixon Marketing Manager Andy Jackson discussing the recently-held “Gathering For Good” fundraiser at the Dixon Elks Lodge. Other topics discussed: the upcoming Sinnissippi Golf Outing and the opening of a new Sinnissippi Center location in Byron plus a look at May's Mental Health Month.

The Talk-Line interview for May 21 featured Lee County Sheriff Clay Whelan discussing the upcoming Memorial Day driving period and what the county is doing as far as extra patrols. Other topics discussed: road construction areas, the department’s mobile unit located at area events this summer, a donation to the K-9 unit for new body armor, problems with thefts of copper from agricultural locations...

The TALK-LINE interview for May 20 featured Dixon Mayor Glen Hughes responding to a caller’s question concerning lawn care in the community and discussion about keeping the city fresh with upcoming special activities planned. Plus: a look at new projects, welcoming new members of Dixon Police and Dixon Fire Departments and a new city librarian and naming the new pedestrian bridge.

The TALK-LINE interview for May 19 featured the Lee County Extension 4-H Youth Development Coordinator, Katie Baker. Baker discusses scholarship opportunities through the extension Foundation for those that qualify could receive a $1000 scholarship but the deadline is May 23. Also discussed: upcoming Lee County Fair and 4-H Show “pre-fair” activities including a fair orientation at the fairgrounds...

The TALK-LINE interview for May 16 featured Illinois 74th District State Representative Brad Fritts of Dixon discussing the progress made moving towards the end of the General Assembly session at the end of this month along with the status of his proposed legislation he put forward this year. Also discussed: plans for his Summer Tour of “Coffee and Conversation” and “Town Hall” meetings planned fr...

The TALK-LINE interview for May 15 featured the Executive Director of Visit Northwest Illinois, Matthew Lenox discussing the work on the organization’s website as well as the Carroll County webpage by Visit Northwest Illinois, plus the popularity of the 2025 visitor guides and a look at area events and activities across our region.

The TALK-LINE interview for May 14 featured Brandon Clark from Shaw Local News with stories on a possible shutdown of an important area of Sauk Valley Community College due to federal cutbacks, a new substance abuse prevention home opening in Rock Falls, a local business changing in Dixon, a new barbershop location in Rock Falls, a Sterling Police department official retiring and a new Sterling Fi...

The TALK-LINE interview for May 14 featured Lutheran Social Services of Illinois Representatives Kelsey Kant and Danielle Horst discussing an upcoming free presentation Thursday June 12 at the Dixon Elks Club featuring Kevin Polky, founder of “Shatter Our Silence.” Polky will be sharing insights on mental health and suicide prevention. There will be food served along with prizes and exhibits from...

The TALK-LINE interview for May 13 featured the Administrative Manager at Kreider Services of Dixon, Sue Ely. Ely reviews the recently held Kreider Gala fundraiser for the Meaningful Day program at Kreider, plus takes a look at upcoming events including the Florissa Center 5K run/walk at Sauk Valley Community College June 14 part of the “Hope” series of summer 5Ks, a Florissa Center “Summer Boys”...

The TALK-LINE interview for May 12 featured the Community and Personal Health Director of the Lee County Health Department, Jenny Conderman. She discusses family planning services related to Women’s Health Month this month along with other services offered like the “SHARPS” disposal program, strep throat examinations, and various physicals available.

The TALK-LINE interview for May 9 featured Lee County State's Attorney Charley Boonstra discussing the cases that have been completed through his office, a new hire for the states attorney’s office, the recent “Hands Around The Courthouse” observance on behalf of the Shining Star Advocacy Center and the Shining Star fundraiser.

The TALK-LINE interview for May 8 featured the Chairperson of the 2025 Relay For Life event locally, Betty Clementz, inviting those who wish to participate in this year’s relay to sign up as soon as possible.  The goal is 30 teams and they will take sign-ups until the event on June 14 at Westwood in Sterling as well as a call for past participants to join in and cancer survivors to take part in op...

Sauk Valley Editor Charlene Bielema highlights news coverage including the announcement made by the Whiteside County Sheriff on his seeking a third term of office and the retirement of Dixon Police Chief Steve Howell and the process of finding the next chief. Plus: Thank You Teachers special inserts, the Regional Office of Education’s efforts to help homeless children with their education and upco...

On Talk-Line for May 7: Dixon Family YMCA Chief Executive Officer Andy McFarlane and 2025 Reagan Run Committee representative Jim Lillyman discuss the upcoming 5K run/walk taking place on Saturday July 5 and the changes being made because of city construction projects along with pre-race registration information.  McFarlane also talks about the YMCA's “Strong Kids Campaign” and their goal of $80,0...