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The TALK-LINE interview for May 6 featured the Executive Director of the Dixon Park District, Duane Long, discussing the latest park projects going on currently including the Page Park “Project Rock” walking bridge construction there. Also discussed: "Project Rock" and its impact on upcoming summer happening like the Dixon Petunia Festival and changes that will have to be made with some plans, plu...

The TALK-LINE interview for May 5 featured the Community Relations and Events Director with Dixon Chamber of Commerce, Dixon Main Street and Discover Dixon, Jennifer Lang. Lank looks at a busy May calendar of events starting with a successful “Rock River Madness” cycling event held this past weekend, sign up deadline for a chamber scholarship opportunity is Friday May 9, a Business After Business...

The TALK-LINE interview for May 2 featured the President and CEO of the Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce, Sam Kersey, discussing the recent annual dinner and awards celebration held earlier this year, the “Mother’s Day Shop Hop” promotion running until Mother’s Day and the annual Spring Garage Sales weekend May 16-18 in Sterling and Rock Falls.

The TALK-LINE interview for May 1 featured Sauk Valley Community College Marketing Director Jim Grot discussing upcoming events on the SVCC calendar including graduation ceremonies Friday May 9 at the college. Other topics discussed: registration for summer and fall classes, an upcoming motor-coach trip to see the musical “Beauty and the Beast” in Chicago July 27, the “College For Kids” program st...

The Talk-Line interview for April 30 featured Shaw Local News representatives Charlene Bielema and Brandon Clark discussing the area’s top news stories including Mental Health Month spotlighted in May and the connecting story of a mental health incident in Sterling. Other topics discussed: a new addition to the Franklin Creek Preservation Area in Franklin Grove and a weekend ceremony, organized pr...

The Talk-Line interview for April 30 featured Trudy Whalen and Priscilla Osborne of the Performing Arts Guild discussing upcoming performances of “Crimes Of The Heart” a dramedy presented in three shows this weekend at Pinecrest Manor in Mount Morris.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 29 featured the Executive Director of the Reagan Mass Transit District, Greg Gates. Gates discusses a transit desert study on local public transportation needs in association with Northern Illinois University, continuing work on bringing daily regular city routes to Dixon and Rochelle, and work on the new transit center for Ogle County in Oregon. Other topics incl...

The TALK-LINE interview for April 28 featured Sergeants Ryan Bivins and Aaron Simonton of the Dixon Police Department welcoming three new recruits into the department. They also discussed the training involved in becoming a police official and a call for those interested in joining the department to apply.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 25 featured Rock Falls director of tourism, Melinda Jones. Jones discusses upcoming events during the spring and summer including an artist deadline in June for the annual “Art In The Park” art gallery August 23, the Louie Bellson-Fest June 7, a “Block Party” celebration June 19 and an Independence Day event on July 3.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 24 featured the Executive Director of United Way of Lee and Ogle County, Ashley Richter discussing upcoming fundraising events. Those events include: a “Guest Bartending Night” at Tipsy’s in Dixon Friday April 25, a United Way Campaign Celebration Luncheon Thursday May 1, a “Coffee for a Cause” at Coffee Crush in Dixon May 5 offering a percentage of sales back to...

The Talk-Line interview for April 23 featured Dave Foy, representing the local Ducks Unlimited chapter serving the Sauk Valley area discussing the origins of the organization, what it stands for and an upcoming Sponsor Banquet and Membership Drive Saturday April 26 in Rock Falls.

On the April 23 edition of Talk-Line: Brandon Clark from the Shaw Local News Network discusses news stories being covered including a controversial homeschool bill trying to be passed through the Illinois legislature, a CGH Hospital union presentation at the Sterling City Council meeting Monday, a local military couple serving overseas as fighter pilots, work on a new wastewater plant for Sterling...

The TALK-LINE interview for April 22 featured Dixon Mayor Glen Hughes discussing presentations made at the most recent Dixon City Council meeting from Lee County Industrial Development Association Director Tom Demmer on designated areas of business expansion in Dixon. The presentations were on a specially designed list of areas in the state marketed through the state of Illinois. Other items discu...

The TALK-LINE interview for April 21 featured Lee County Extension 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator Katie Baker discussing the upcoming “Ag Expo” for fifth grade students to attend on Friday April 25 at the Lee County Fairgrounds. Also discussed: The deadline to become a Lee County 4-H Ambassador is Thursday April 24, a 4-H Volunteer meeting on May 8, and important dates to note leading u...

The TALK-LINE interview for April 18 featured Illinois 37th District State Senator Li Arellano of Dixon discussing the most recent action taken up in the current legislative session being held through May in Springfield and the upcoming budget session for the state.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 17 featured the Marketing Manager at Sinnissippi Centers of Dixon, Andy Jackson. Jackson discusses upcoming events including a Sinnissippi Centers Blood Drive April 22, the first  “Gathering For Good” fundraiser at the Elks Club May 15 and the annual Sinnissippi Golf Open in August, plus a spotlight of April-Alcohol Awareness Month and how it ties into services of...

The Talk-Line interview for April 16 featured Dixon Telegraph/Sterling Gazette managing editor Charlene Bielema discussing area coverage of the criminal court, Illinois State Representative Eric Sorensen’s legislation concerning suicide prevention and construction projects across the region.

The Talk-Line interview for April 16 is with Ogle County States Attorney Mike Rock discussing criminal court cases that have concluded or are still ongoing through the state’s attorney’s office. Rock also talks about some training between the office and law enforcement officers that need more information about current procedures and assistance with other counties involved in conflict-of-interest c...

The TALK-LINE interview for April 15 featured the Executive Director of the Lee County Council on Aging, Susie Welch. Welch discusses the opportunities available by becoming a LCCOA member along with many upcoming activities including a Caregiver Support Group meeting May 6, the “Travel Club” meeting May 7 on a 2026 trip to Scotland and Ireland, “Bingo-cize” May 9, their 15th annual Adult Prom May...

The TALK-LINE interview for April 14 featured Christopher Solorzano and Payton Lenox from the Ogle County Health Department Environmental Health area discussing temporary food events and the health department’s safety measures, along with requirements during special events throughout the year and an explanation on what areas environmental health covers.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 11 featured the Chairperson of the 2025 Relay For Life event, Betty Clementz, discussing this year’s activities on June 14 at Westwood in Sterling. It is the 30th anniversary of Relay For Life locally and they are holding a special dinner for cancer survivors and their caregivers on May 8 at Wesley Methodist Church in Sterling and the deadline for that event is fa...

The TALK-LINE interview for April 10 featured the Executive Director of the YWCA of the Sauk Valley, Rebecca Munoz-Ripley, discussing upcoming events including the “Women of Achievement” luncheon in Dixon April 17 and the Cinco De Mayo Wellness Festival May 9 in Sterling plus information on Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April and the services offered through the YWCA.

Shaw Local News Dixon Telegraph/Sterling Gazette Managing Editor Charlene Bielema discusses area news stories on the “Project ROCK” walking bridge construction project, Sterling riverfront improvements, criminal court cases, a new business opening at the Northland Mall and an investigation into area health facilities including the Dixon Mabley Center.

Hope Cancer Wellness Center Executive Director Joan Padilla discusses regular monthly sessions for cancer patients and their caregivers on yoga, acupuncture and support offered free of charge. Special events include a therapeutic “Hope & Care” seminar April 22, “Walking Wednesdays” in May and a pickleball fundraiser June 14.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 8 featured the Administrative Manager of Kreider Services of Dixon, Sue Ely, discussing a recent “Spring Dance” held for Kreider clients across their Northern Illinois coverage area. Also discussed: upcoming Kreider activities including their Kreider Gala on May 2, the Florissa Center 5K run/walk and kids fun run on June 14 and the annual “Meaningful Day of Golf”...